Nikiski resident James Price speaks to members of the Alaska Judicial Council during a public hearing on the applicants seeking to replace retiring Superior Court Judge Anna M. Moran on Wednesday at the Kenai Courthouse. The seven-member Alaska Judicial Council chose to forward the names of Kenai Assistant Attorney General Lance Joanis and Valdez District Court Judge Daniel Schally to Gov. Bill Walker for consideration. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

Valdez judge, assistant attorney general nominated for Superior Court

The field of potential replacements for retiring Kenai Superior Court Judge Anna M. Moran was winnowed to two Wednesday. After an afternoon of public testimony… Continue reading

Nikiski resident James Price speaks to members of the Alaska Judicial Council during a public hearing on the applicants seeking to replace retiring Superior Court Judge Anna M. Moran on Wednesday at the Kenai Courthouse. The seven-member Alaska Judicial Council chose to forward the names of Kenai Assistant Attorney General Lance Joanis and Valdez District Court Judge Daniel Schally to Gov. Bill Walker for consideration. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

Northern District king salmon setnetters stay closed

Subsistence fishermen in part of the Susitna River drainage will be able to harvest a few kings, but commercial fishermen in Northern Cook Inlet will… Continue reading

Pioneer Potluck: About getting ready for visitors

Our summer visitors from the “Lower 48” get a peek at our home-style Alaskan living. We are always glad to see and greet them as… Continue reading

Burned trees are shown at the scene of a wildfire in Nikolaevsk, near Ninilchik, on May 15. Killed by invasive beetles, the heavy trees provide potent fuel for wildfires and provide challenges for fire crews. (Photo courtesy of the Alaska Division of Forestry)

Wildfires sweep southern peninsula

Back-to-back wildfires kept emergency response teams busy on the southern peninsula Monday. Firefighters were called out to the scene of a 3.5-acre wildfire along Misty… Continue reading

Burned trees are shown at the scene of a wildfire in Nikolaevsk, near Ninilchik, on May 15. Killed by invasive beetles, the heavy trees provide potent fuel for wildfires and provide challenges for fire crews. (Photo courtesy of the Alaska Division of Forestry)
Study reviews potential climate impacts on Kenai River salmon

Fish board denies petition on hatcheries

The members of the Board of Fisheries agree that Pacific salmon hatchery impacts on wild salmon stocks are concerning, but they aren’t clear on what… Continue reading

Study reviews potential climate impacts on Kenai River salmon
Mother, son face armed robbery charges

Mother, son face armed robbery charges

Nikiski mother and son face charges of armed robbery A mother and son are due in court on charges of armed robbery and assault following… Continue reading

Mother, son face armed robbery charges
An Arctic tern swoops in search of fish on the banks of the Kenai River near the Warren Ames Bridge on Monday, May 14, 2018 in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)

Kenai Peninsula Birding Fest to take off Thursday

As flocks of birds settle on the central Kenai Peninsula this spring, flocks of people will be following them with cameras and binoculars this weekend.… Continue reading

An Arctic tern swoops in search of fish on the banks of the Kenai River near the Warren Ames Bridge on Monday, May 14, 2018 in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)
Going for a ride: Bikers learn safety tips at community event

Going for a ride: Bikers learn safety tips at community event

Top 10 Bicycling Safety Tips 1. Always wear a helmet. 2. Wear brightly colored clothing. 3. Check air, breaks and chain. 4. Stop. Look left,… Continue reading

Going for a ride: Bikers learn safety tips at community event
Supt. Sean Dusek and Wendy Lindskoog of BP congratulate Robanne Stading 2018 BP Teacher of the Year.

Top teachers lauded

Graduates across the Kenai Peninsula have been celebrating the hard work they’ve put into their classes, and May 10, BP honored the educators who make… Continue reading

Supt. Sean Dusek and Wendy Lindskoog of BP congratulate Robanne Stading 2018 BP Teacher of the Year.
Claudia Browning flips the flap jacks during community dedication open house.

New CES fleet dedicated for service

Central Emergency Services (CES) fire fighters know how to respond to emergency situations with incredible flexibility and resourcefulness. Thanks to a $4.4 million bond measure… Continue reading

Claudia Browning flips the flap jacks during community dedication open house.

CIAA to move controversial nets back into Tutka Bay Lagoon

The much-debated net pens in the main part of Tutka Bay won’t be there this summer after all. Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association will move its… Continue reading

1 dies in plane crash near Whittier

1 dies in plane crash near Whittier

1 dies in plane crash near Whittier Alaska State Troopers say a pilot has died after a small plane crashed near Whittier. The Alaska Rescue… Continue reading

1 dies in plane crash near Whittier
Smoke rises from the burn area of the East Fork Fire on the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge on Friday, June 16, 2017 near Sterling, Alaska. (Photo by Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)

Bill toughens punishment for burning violations

Anyone charged with a crime related to setting fires will likely have tougher punishments to face in the future. The Legislature passed a bill, House… Continue reading

Smoke rises from the burn area of the East Fork Fire on the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge on Friday, June 16, 2017 near Sterling, Alaska. (Photo by Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)
Beginning a new chapter: Kenai River Campus graduates take home diplomas

Beginning a new chapter: Kenai River Campus graduates take home diplomas

There were nerves and smiles, a few tears, some bedazzled caps and a lot of relief in the moments before Kenai Peninsula College’s 2018 River… Continue reading

Beginning a new chapter: Kenai River Campus graduates take home diplomas
4-H members test their knowledge of horses during State Contest.

No horsing around at 4-H State Equine contest

Raising horses in Alaska is a lot of hard work, and competing in the 4-H State Horse Contest calls for a lot of hard studying.… Continue reading

4-H members test their knowledge of horses during State Contest.
KRSA Trout pond gave kids a chance to bring home supper.

Play time! KPAR hosts 33 Peninsula Sport, Rec and Trade Show

About eight years ago when the organizers of the annual Sport, Rec and Trade Show were leaving the area, the Kenai Peninsula Association of Realtors… Continue reading

KRSA Trout pond gave kids a chance to bring home supper.
An elementary school student accepts a rainbow trout from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game Thursday during the 18th Annual Kenai Peninsula Salmon Celebration at Johnson Lake State Recreation Site in Kasilof. Approximately 950 borough students released 5,000 fish into Johnson Lake as part of the restocking effort. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

Kids release rainbow trout at annual fish celebration

Students released rainbow trout into Johnson Lake during the 18th Annual Kenai Peninsula Salmon Celebration in Kasilof. Approximately 950 borough students released 5,000 fish into… Continue reading

An elementary school student accepts a rainbow trout from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game Thursday during the 18th Annual Kenai Peninsula Salmon Celebration at Johnson Lake State Recreation Site in Kasilof. Approximately 950 borough students released 5,000 fish into Johnson Lake as part of the restocking effort. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

Nikiski man to serve four years for illegally owning firearms

A former Nikiski man who posed as a state trooper last year will serve nearly four years in federal prison for illegally possessing firearms as… Continue reading

Bartender Kristin Dunn pours a beer in the taproom of Kenai River Brewing Company in Soldotna Wednesday. An amendment to legislation overhauling state alcohol regulations would reduce the amount of alcohol that can be legally served at breweries and distilleries by 12 ounces. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

Sponsor to pull alcohol bill if brewery serving size cuts stay

The sponsor of a bill revising state alcohol laws will quash the legislation if a recently introduced amendment lowering the amount of alcohol breweries and… Continue reading

Bartender Kristin Dunn pours a beer in the taproom of Kenai River Brewing Company in Soldotna Wednesday. An amendment to legislation overhauling state alcohol regulations would reduce the amount of alcohol that can be legally served at breweries and distilleries by 12 ounces. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)
Snapper, long-time SeaLife Center resident, passes away

Snapper, long-time SeaLife Center resident, passes away

He was a painter and father, who dedicated his life to aquatic research and provided valuable opportunities for scientists and visitors to better understand marine… Continue reading

Snapper, long-time SeaLife Center resident, passes away