Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Lori Salyers, who is getting a black and white image of a cat sitting beside a tombstone just below her shoulder, said the tattoo was inspired by her favorite holiday, which is Halloween, Saturday, March 14, 2015, at Ink Works in Kenai, Alaska.

Local tattoo studios grow in popularity

One growing industry is leaving its mark on the community. Over the past few years, tattoo studios have become more common across the central Kenai… Continue reading

  • Mar 14, 2015
  • By IAN FOLEY
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Lori Salyers, who is getting a black and white image of a cat sitting beside a tombstone just below her shoulder, said the tattoo was inspired by her favorite holiday, which is Halloween, Saturday, March 14, 2015, at Ink Works in Kenai, Alaska.

Lawmakers amend marijuana crimes bill

JUNEAU (AP) — The Senate Finance Committee on Friday further amended the bill that would update state laws following the legalization of recreational marijuana.Now, the… Continue reading

  • Mar 14, 2015

Gov. names Hull, Mezirow as top picks federal fishery panel

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Gov. Bill Walker named two Alaska fishermen as his top picks to serve on the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. The… Continue reading

  • Mar 14, 2015
  • By Associated Press

Resetarits brothers plead guilty, sentenced to harassment

In an emotional change-of-plea and sentencing hearing at the Homer Courthouse on Thursday, a 2.5-year-old case involving a teenage drinking party incident that shocked Homer… Continue reading

House Finance Committee co-chair Mark Neuman, R-Big Lake, center, writes at his desk on the House floor as debate gets under way on proposed amendments to the state operating budget on Thursday, March 12, 2015, in Juneau, Alaska.

Alaska House advances operating budget with broad cuts

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Alaska House early Friday morning advanced a state operating budget that makes broad-ranging cuts as lawmakers attempt to downsize state… Continue reading

  • Mar 13, 2015
  • By Becky Bohrer
House Finance Committee co-chair Mark Neuman, R-Big Lake, center, writes at his desk on the House floor as debate gets under way on proposed amendments to the state operating budget on Thursday, March 12, 2015, in Juneau, Alaska.
In this March 4, 2015 photo, a large audience assembles at the state Capitol to hear a Lunch and Learn presentation on Medicaid expansion, including state legislators, aides and others, in Juneau, Alaska.

Lunch and Learn events at state Capitol raise questions

JUNEAU, Alaska — The smell of mayo and murmur of voices filled the air as the committee rooms reserved at the state Capitol for an… Continue reading

  • Mar 13, 2015
  • By Associated Press
In this March 4, 2015 photo, a large audience assembles at the state Capitol to hear a Lunch and Learn presentation on Medicaid expansion, including state legislators, aides and others, in Juneau, Alaska.

Volunteer mauled by pit bull at Kenai Animal Shelter

The attack came without warning. One minute, Kay Best was putting a five-year-old pit bull back into its kennel at the Kenai Animal Shelter. The… Continue reading

  • Mar 12, 2015
  • By Rashah McChesney
By IAN FOLEY/Peninsula Clarion Soldotna Chamber of Commerce President Ryan Kapp shows a map of a proposed location for the city's new visitor center and chamber building on Wednesday, March 11 at Soldotna's City Hall.

Soldotna chamber discusses relocation

Tourists in Soldotna may have a new place to visit in the future. On Wednesday, members of the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce met with the… Continue reading

  • Mar 12, 2015
  • By IAN FOLEY
By IAN FOLEY/Peninsula Clarion Soldotna Chamber of Commerce President Ryan Kapp shows a map of a proposed location for the city's new visitor center and chamber building on Wednesday, March 11 at Soldotna's City Hall.
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion   The sky above many portions of Kasilof glowed orange Wednesday May 21, 2014 as the Funny River Fire continued to burn a more than 10 mile strip of land stretching from Funny River Road in Soldotna down to Tustumena Lake. Firefighters estimate that more than 20,000 acres have been burned in the blaze.

Alaska Fire Services prepare for early season

Editor's Note: A previous version of this article contained a misspelling of Public Information Officer Tim Mowry's name. He represents the state's Division of Forestry.… Continue reading

Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion   The sky above many portions of Kasilof glowed orange Wednesday May 21, 2014 as the Funny River Fire continued to burn a more than 10 mile strip of land stretching from Funny River Road in Soldotna down to Tustumena Lake. Firefighters estimate that more than 20,000 acres have been burned in the blaze.

UAF students to have co-ed dorms available

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — Students at the University of Alaska Fairbanks will have a new housing option starting next fall: Coed dormitory rooms. The university… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2015
Members of the House Majority Caucus speak to reporters during a press availability on Thursday Feb. 26, 2015. From right are Rep. Mike Hawker, R-Anchorage, Rep. Cathy Muñoz, R-Juneau, Speaker of the House Mike Chenault, R-Nikiski, and Rep. Cathy Tilton, R-Wasilla.

Nikiski resident only one to speak during hearing on House pipeline bill

On Wednesday evening Kenai Peninsula residents had their chance to weigh in on the statewide dispute over Gov. Bill Walker’s announcement to expand the Alaska… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2015
  • By Kelly Sullivan
Members of the House Majority Caucus speak to reporters during a press availability on Thursday Feb. 26, 2015. From right are Rep. Mike Hawker, R-Anchorage, Rep. Cathy Muñoz, R-Juneau, Speaker of the House Mike Chenault, R-Nikiski, and Rep. Cathy Tilton, R-Wasilla.

Soldotna wants annexation transparency

When it comes to annexation, the city of Soldotna wants to be transparent. On Wednesday at Soldotna City Hall, John Czarnezki, Soldotna city planner, gave… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2015
  • By IAN FOLEY

Alaska Senate passes bill to eliminate daylight saving time

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Alaska Senate has voted overwhelmingly to eliminate daylight saving time in the state. The bill, from Sen. Anna MacKinnon, passed… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2015
Iditarod runner-up grabs lead in race

Iditarod runner-up grabs lead in race

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A familiar face is leading the Iditarod, and an up-and-coming musher has been disqualified. Aliy Zirkle was the first musher to… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2015
  • By Associated Press
Iditarod runner-up grabs lead in race
Members of the House Majority Caucus speak to reporters during a press availability on Thursday Feb. 26, 2015. From right are Rep. Mike Hawker, R-Anchorage, Rep. Cathy Muñoz, R-Juneau, Speaker of the House Mike Chenault, R-Nikiski, and Rep. Cathy Tilton, R-Wasilla.

Legislators push back on Walker gas plan

Just as things seemed to be going reasonably well for the large Alaska LNG Project, the $45 billion to $65 billion gas pipeline and liquefied… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2015
  • By Tim Bradner
Members of the House Majority Caucus speak to reporters during a press availability on Thursday Feb. 26, 2015. From right are Rep. Mike Hawker, R-Anchorage, Rep. Cathy Muñoz, R-Juneau, Speaker of the House Mike Chenault, R-Nikiski, and Rep. Cathy Tilton, R-Wasilla.
Celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday in the digital age

Celebrating Dr. Seuss’s birthday in the digital age

Making reading and books fun to a digital generation is a challenge that Redoubt Elementary School and the nationwide Read Across America program do every… Continue reading

Celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday in the digital age
Connecting your car with the pros at Auto Knechtion

Connecting your car with the pros at Auto Knechtion

AK may mean Alaska to the post office but to anyone in need of auto repairs or maintenance on the Peninsula it means Auto Knechtion… Continue reading

Connecting your car with the pros at Auto Knechtion
Gotta' have sweet dreams come true at iconic Kenai location

Gotta’ have sweet dreams come true at iconic Kenai location

With the help of 4-year-old Isabella Havrilla of Soldotna, Kenai Mayor Pat Porter cut the ribbon to officially open Bobbi and Steve England’s new “Gotta’… Continue reading

Gotta' have sweet dreams come true at iconic Kenai location
Texan takes two at Taste of the Kenai

Texan takes two at Taste of the Kenai

The Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council (KPTMC) held its 5th Annual Taste of the Kenai Food and Spirit Tasting Event Saturday, February 28th at the… Continue reading

Texan takes two at Taste of the Kenai
Clarion file photo In this Oct. 29, 2013 file photo, Paul Vass and Julie Wendt drive down Bore Tide Drive during a tour of the Kalifornsky area subdivision in which they live. The couple suffered and estimated $30,000 in damage to their livestock and home during the month's long groundwater-flooding event.

Borough urges caution for K-beach flooded homes

Properties within the Kalifornsky Beach Road subdivisions pose threats to potential homebuyers. Poorly developed plots are being sold, which can compound existing issues that come… Continue reading

  • Mar 10, 2015
  • By Kelly Sullivan
Clarion file photo In this Oct. 29, 2013 file photo, Paul Vass and Julie Wendt drive down Bore Tide Drive during a tour of the Kalifornsky area subdivision in which they live. The couple suffered and estimated $30,000 in damage to their livestock and home during the month's long groundwater-flooding event.