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Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion Kenzo Cook, 2, of Kenai, plays in the parking lot of The Duck Inn, 43187 Kalifornsky Beach Rd, Wednesday April 30, 2014 in Soldotna, Alaska.

Photo: Game on!

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  • Apr 30, 2014
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion Kenzo Cook, 2, of Kenai, plays in the parking lot of The Duck Inn, 43187 Kalifornsky Beach Rd, Wednesday April 30, 2014 in Soldotna, Alaska.
Photo by Dan Balmer/Peninsula Clarion Dental Hygienist Ame Nienhuis examines Martha Allgiaer of Sterling at Moose River Dental April 23 in Sterling. Moose River Dental opened on April 14 and is located on the Sterling Highway at the corner of Swanson River Road.

Smile: New dental office opens in Sterling

Sterling residents have a new family dentistry in town. Moose River Dental, located off the Sterling Highway near the Sterling Community Center, opened for business… Continue reading

  • Apr 30, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER
Photo by Dan Balmer/Peninsula Clarion Dental Hygienist Ame Nienhuis examines Martha Allgiaer of Sterling at Moose River Dental April 23 in Sterling. Moose River Dental opened on April 14 and is located on the Sterling Highway at the corner of Swanson River Road.
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Scott Sellers helped Steve Vinzant and Carl Hatten hook up a power cord during a study session, Tuesday, April 29, at the Kenai Peninsula College Residence Hall.

STARS performer: KPC RA headed to selective training

Scott Sellers’ raspy, guttural laugh is hearty. The Kenai Peninsula College, Kenai River Campus resident assistant, or RA, said he likes people to see him… Continue reading

  • Apr 30, 2014
  • By Kelly Sullivan
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Scott Sellers helped Steve Vinzant and Carl Hatten hook up a power cord during a study session, Tuesday, April 29, at the Kenai Peninsula College Residence Hall.

Four rescued from Skilak Glacier plane crash

Airmen with the Alaska Air National Guard rescued four men after a plane went down at the foot of Skilak Glacier Tuesday night.The four men,… Continue reading

  • Apr 30, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER

Alaska candidates speak at middle school forum

ANCHORAGE — Statewide political candidates Wednesday got a chance to say how they would shape the future for Alaskans who won’t even be able to… Continue reading

  • Apr 30, 2014
  • By Dan Joling

Four men rescued from Skilak Glacier plane crash

Airmen with the Alaska Air National Guard rescued four men after a plane went down at the bottom of Skilak Glacier Tuesday night. The four… Continue reading

  • Apr 30, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER
April proclaimed Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Kenai and Soldotna

April proclaimed Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Kenai and Soldotna

As the month of April passes into history it should be remembered through all the other 11 months of the year that it was jointly… Continue reading

April proclaimed Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Kenai and Soldotna
Neil Simon's "The Odd Couple" for one weekend only at Triumvirate Soldotna

Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple” for one weekend only at Triumvirate Soldotna

Among the classics of Broadway, Motion Picture and Television comedy one of the all-time greats of the 20th Century has to be Neil Simon’s “The… Continue reading

Neil Simon's "The Odd Couple" for one weekend only at Triumvirate Soldotna
Credit Union 1 gives a big check to Teen Center and Payless gives shoes to kids

Credit Union 1 gives a big check to Teen Center and Payless gives shoes to kids

April was a great month for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Kenai Peninsula as the Soldotna Teen Center received $15,000 thousand dollar boost… Continue reading

Credit Union 1 gives a big check to Teen Center and Payless gives shoes to kids
Easter Bunny sightings in Soldotna

Easter Bunny sightings in Soldotna

Getting up on Santa’s knee is a little different than cozying up to a 6ft rabbit even if it does have chocolate Easter eggs. But… Continue reading

Easter Bunny sightings in Soldotna

Kenai man indicted for sexual abuse of a minor

A Kenai man who police allege sexually abused his niece was indicted on Friday. The grand jury charged Robbie Satterwhite, 46, on two counts of… Continue reading

  • Apr 29, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion The Acuren USA Kenai facility located in the Kenai Peninsula economic development district building sat nearly empty Tuesday April 2, 2014 in Kenai, Alaska. The facility had to suspend weld-testing operations after the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission found violations of radiation emissions standards that could have exposed the public to excessive amounts of radiation.

Kenai company cited for radiation exposure violations

The Kenai branch of Acuren USA has suspended operations after the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission found high radiation readings during a surprise inspection in… Continue reading

  • Apr 29, 2014
  • By Rashah McChesney
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion The Acuren USA Kenai facility located in the Kenai Peninsula economic development district building sat nearly empty Tuesday April 2, 2014 in Kenai, Alaska. The facility had to suspend weld-testing operations after the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission found violations of radiation emissions standards that could have exposed the public to excessive amounts of radiation.
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion Jordan McNamara, of Nikiski, washes his truck Tuesday April 29, 2014 in Soldotna, Alaska.

Photo: Get a little mud off the tires

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  • Apr 29, 2014
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion Jordan McNamara, of Nikiski, washes his truck Tuesday April 29, 2014 in Soldotna, Alaska.

Lawmakers approve funding for path connecting schools

After three years of applying for state funding, the Legislature approved money for a pedestrian path between an elementary school and Kenai Peninsula College in… Continue reading

  • Apr 29, 2014
  • By KAYLEE OSOWSKI

Kenai receives $4.65 million from capital budget

State money for a new road for Kenai’s South Beach access and a new equipment storage building highlight state appropriations awarded to the City of… Continue reading

  • Apr 29, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER
This undated photo provided by Brad Fisher, shows an urethane igloo in Anchorage, Alaska. The igloo, an embodiment of an Alaska cliche, and a must-stop for tourists heading for Denali National Park and Preserve, is for sale. The 80-foot high structure, erected more than four decades and never completed, sits on a 38-acre site, which is part of the sales package. (AP Photo/Brad Fisher)

Landmark urethane igloo in Alaska for sale

ANCHORAGE — The embodiment of an Alaska cliche is for sale.The massive urethane igloo that’s a must-stop for summer tourists heading up the Parks Highway… Continue reading

  • Apr 29, 2014
  • By Rachel D'oro
This undated photo provided by Brad Fisher, shows an urethane igloo in Anchorage, Alaska. The igloo, an embodiment of an Alaska cliche, and a must-stop for tourists heading for Denali National Park and Preserve, is for sale. The 80-foot high structure, erected more than four decades and never completed, sits on a 38-acre site, which is part of the sales package. (AP Photo/Brad Fisher)

Kasilof man arrested in hit and run

A Kasilof man is in jail after fleeing the scene of an accident Monday.Alaska State Troopers allege Dennis Poston, 57, was driving drunk when he… Continue reading

  • Apr 29, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER

At least 24 winners in Nenana Ice Classic

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — Alaska's biggest annual guessing game comes with a record jackpot this year of more than $363,000, but the prize will be… Continue reading

  • Apr 29, 2014
Kenai Chamber celebrates 60 years of supporting commerce

Kenai Chamber celebrates 60 years of supporting commerce

It’s been said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, and the diamond anniversary of the Kenai Chamber proved that for 60 years from Peggy… Continue reading

Kenai Chamber celebrates 60 years of supporting commerce
Moose River Dental opens in Sterling

Moose River Dental opens in Sterling

Great news for Sterling residents who have always had a long drive to the nearest dental clinic, now Dr. Edwin Allgair has opened Moose River… Continue reading

Moose River Dental opens in Sterling