After this last summer’s lightning, fires and long drought, it should be obvious that our local climate is becoming warmer and drier than longtime residents… Continue reading
The Swan Lake Fire was reported at 6:52 p.m. on June 5. Over the next 145 days, more than than 3,000 firefighters and support personnel… Continue reading
The training includes fire,search and rescue, disaster medical treatment and team organization.
Fish and Game releases 2019 summary
The Kenai Peninsula was first categorized by the U.S. Drought Monitor as abnormally dry on July 9.
The Swan Lake Fire burned more than 160,000 acres of forest before it was contained this fall.
Official discuss fire management strategies for a changing climate
Another storm system is expected to move into the area again late Monday.
As a relatively new parent, my appreciation of the proverb that begins with, “It takes a village,” seems to grow with each passing day. This… Continue reading
I know there are a lot of peninsula residents missing trees right now, after the Swan Lake fire.
Columnist’s note: I felt compelled to write this column Sunday night, even though it wasn’t due until Thursday afternoon. A short time after I finished,… Continue reading
Local legislators talk state budget, PFD and more at chamber luncheon
In his proposed FY 2020 budget, Pierce zeroed out $100,000 for the tourism marketing council.
The station was responsible for maintaining the Turnagain Pass Corridor.
Moose tend to congregate along the roadside in the winter months.
The dawn of another high school wrestling season also marks the swan song of a longtime coaching presence on the peninsula. Seward head coach Ronn… Continue reading
In the wake of the Swan Lake Fire, Sen. Peter Micciche (R-Kenai/Soldotna) is requesting a frank discussion on wildlife management policies. Micciche sent a letter… Continue reading
Damage extends from Sterling to the Quartz Creek Substation near Cooper Landing.
The closure is due to cuts triggered by lower than expected revenue from the motor fuel tax.
Cutting is limited to trees that are dead and downed within the designated permit areas.
