Voices of Faith: Learn to find that quiet frequency

Years ago I when I gleefully swapped out the cassette player in my car for a fancy in-dash CD player, I would have never predicted… Continue reading

Unhinged Alaska: The fish assassin

When the fish are running, I have two friends who come close to losing their collective minds. Turk’s a river runner while Willie is a… Continue reading

Life in the Pedestrian Lane: Safety first?

A lot has been said lately about “Safe Spaces.” Apparently these are areas where a person can go if she/he feels threatened, or offended or… Continue reading

Here’s the Thing: Summer daze

As a young adult my favorite Alaskan summer was working nights on the Kenai City Docks with R &J Seafoods. Such kind, loving people. On… Continue reading

Learning for Life: Slimy slugs, your plant eaters

Slimy slugs, your plant eaters It’s summer and your garden is looking great, except what is eating holes in the leaves of flowers and vegetables… Continue reading

Community News and Notes for July 16

News and Notes Jones makes Honor List at Minnesota State Mankato Connor Jones of Kenai, a sophomore majoring in Mathematics Teaching, has been named to… Continue reading

Church News

Heritage Place looking for piano players Heritage Place is looking for Old Church Hymn piano players for our weekly Hymn Sing on Thursdays 10:15-11:15 a.m.… Continue reading

Voices of Faith: Spiritual people know how to celebrate

Quick! Think of a list of the top ten characteristics of a spiritual person. No doubt your list included love and humility. Perhaps you thought… Continue reading

Learning for Life: Flavored vinegars from wild berries and garden herbs

Flavored vinegars from wild berries and garden herbs Flavored vinegars add variety to your meals and they are simple to make. The only ingredients you… Continue reading

Community News and Notes for July 9

News and Notes ^ Hitchcock a doctor in physical therapy Rebecca A. (Ford) Hitchcock received her Doctor of Physical Therapy on May 12, 2017 from… Continue reading

It is what it is: iPod, therefore I am

Author’s note: This column was originally published on Jan. 21, 2007. Will Morrow still has the same iPod, though with a few more songs. “You… Continue reading

Church News

Star of the North welcomes new pastor Star of the North Lutheran Church in Kenai is excited to announce the installation of its new pastor,… Continue reading

Voices of Faith: Truman sought understanding in daily prayer

Many admire the strength of character of Harry S. Truman. Yes, the Harry Truman, who was President of the United States. It was Harry Truman… Continue reading

4-H’er of the Month seeks to improve world around him

4-H’er of the Month seeks to improve world around him

4-H’er of the Month seeks to improve world around him Cody Fortin-Wright is this month’s 4 H’er of the month. Over the last year, Cody… Continue reading

4-H’er of the Month seeks to improve world around him

Unhinged Alaska: Rusty skills and a petulant pup

The cabin was steeped in an early morn nippiness spawned by a canopy of dank clouds weeping tiresome showers when our dog Howard decided to… Continue reading

Kenai Senior Center Activities

Kenai Senior Center Activities July 4, noon-4 p.m. — Homemade Pie &Hot Dog Booth at Kenai’s July 4 Festivities, Fundraiser for Kenai Senior Connection, Inc.… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

Community News and Notes

News and Notes Page receives masters from DePaul University Esther Page (Hamilton), a former Kenai Peninsula resident and 2011 Kenai Central High School graduate, received… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

Learning for Life: Rhubarb recipes

Rhubarb recipes When the calendar turns to July Alaskans can be sure rhubarb is available, in mass quantities! It’s time to enjoy a dish that… Continue reading

Monthly Musings: July a month of celebrations

July is the seventh month, and is called the “dog days” because it’s the warmest month in the Northern Hemisphere. Astrological signs for July: Cancer… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

News and Notes Beck named to President’s List at Montana State David Beck, a freshman Mechanical Engineering major from Kenai, was named to the Spring… Continue reading