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Omicron variant spurs travel restrictions locally, nationally
It’s still unclear if the omicron strain is more dangerous than other COVID variants.
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Multiple avalanches in Turnagain Pass reported Friday
The center reported Saturday that current avalanche danger was considerable above 1,000 feet and moderate below 1,000 feet.
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Masks recommended, not required in Soldotna city buildings
Council amends measure to make mask-wearing optional
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Kenai council declares opposition to mask mandates
The statement does not change city code or supersede federal law.
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State officials urge vaccination as omicron spreads in US
Omicron was first identified as a “variant of concern” by the World Health Organization on Nov. 26.
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1 hunter dead, another missing after boat hits rough seas off Whittier
The pair were reportedly hunting on Wednesday on Esther Island in Prince William Sound.
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Census reports minimal state population growth
The Kenai Peninsula Borough’s population grew by about 3,400 people between the 2010 and 2020 census.
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Kenai Police to update radios using grant money
The department received almost $260,000 through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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Parts of Chugach National Forest open to snowmachine use
The 2021-2022 winter motorized season will run through April 30.
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Homer awards contract to study use of rec complex site
The goal is to help the city understand the maximum use of that property.
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COVID continues decline; 1 new death
The state had an estimated rolling average of 253.3 cases per 100,000 people over the past seven days.
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Fish and Game seeks comment on 2022 sport fish stocking plan
The Sport Fish Division plans to release approximately 7 million fish into the Alaska water systems over the…
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Kenai council set to decide on planning and zoning remote access rules
The legislation being considered, if approved, would replace the word “telephonic” with “remote electronic.”
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Fish and Game dives into ice fishing
The department hosted an online forum with tips on the winter sport.
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State cases remain low; 2 deaths reported
Statewide there were 85 COVID-related hospitalizations as of Tuesday, with nine patients on ventilators.
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December brings the holiday cheer
Groups across the peninsula get into the spirit of the season with public events.
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Kenai council to consider library grant again
The council earlier voted to postpone the legislation after concerns were raised about what books would be purchased.