Hospital moves forward on detox facility

Central Peninsula Hospital is moving forward with plans to build a detox center in Soldotna. The hospital received a grant from the Alaska Department of… Continue reading

The Kenai River weaves between the Sterling Highway and the mountains on its way to the ocean Saturday, April 8, 2017 in Cooper Landing, Alaska. With bright sunshine and temperatures in the upper 40s and low 50s, the snow began to crack on the hillsides and the river flowed freely between the softening ice of Kenai Lake and Skilak Lake. Anglers couldn’t wait to get in the water — more than a dozen were already parked alongside the highway and tossing lines in the water to see what would bite in April. (Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)

Photo: Run wild, run free

The Kenai River weaves between the Sterling Highway and the mountains on its way to the ocean Saturday, April 8, 2017 in Cooper Landing, Alaska.… Continue reading

The Kenai River weaves between the Sterling Highway and the mountains on its way to the ocean Saturday, April 8, 2017 in Cooper Landing, Alaska. With bright sunshine and temperatures in the upper 40s and low 50s, the snow began to crack on the hillsides and the river flowed freely between the softening ice of Kenai Lake and Skilak Lake. Anglers couldn’t wait to get in the water — more than a dozen were already parked alongside the highway and tossing lines in the water to see what would bite in April. (Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)

North Pacific council eases into salmon FMP

A lot of new faces are coming to the table at the North Pacific Fishery Management Council, and not a lot of them are happy… Continue reading

Despite Trump overturning refuge hunting rules, conflict remains

Although Congress put an end to a set of federal restrictions on wildlife management on national wildlife refuges in Alaska, the underlying conflict is far… Continue reading

Assembly won’t budge on invocation

The Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly wants to let the courts decide on what to do about the invocation policy. At its Tuesday meeting, the assembly… Continue reading

Borough kicks off comprehensive plan work

The Kenai Peninsula Borough is wading into the long process of revising its comprehensive plan. The plan, which is the foundation document of reference for… Continue reading

State launches review of Premera’s finances

After the state’s sole individual market health care insurance provider posted a higher than expected profit this year, the Alaska Division of Insurance launched an… Continue reading

Dr. Owens DMD gives 9-year-old Jomar Paredes a checkup during Free Dental Day.

PCHS brightens the smiles of community kids

The first day of spring break was not the only cause for kids to smile brighter on March 10. It was Peninsula Community Healthcare Services… Continue reading

Dr. Owens DMD gives 9-year-old Jomar Paredes a checkup during Free Dental Day.
Tastes from around the world delight AFS supporters.

Dinner highlights student exchange program

The traditional AFS (American Field Service) Intercultural Dinner drew a capacity crowd to the Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Kenai the final… Continue reading

Tastes from around the world delight AFS supporters.
Young Americans Turn Up the Music at a full house at Renee C Henderson Auditorium.

Young Americans conclude world tour in Kenai

Since 1962 The Young Americans have brought hope and inspiration to the world through music, dance and the energy of youth. That energy that brought… Continue reading

Young Americans Turn Up the Music at a full house at Renee C Henderson Auditorium.

Accident on Seward Highway leaves 1 dead

One person has died and three more are in the hospital after an accident just north of the Turnagain Pass on Sunday afternoon. Alaska State… Continue reading

Troopers arrest 2 for snowmachine, vehicle theft

Two men were arrested after a long car chase between Soldotna and Kenai with Alaska State Troopers on Sunday morning. Troopers got an anonymous tip… Continue reading

Mayor opens up state’s fiscal problems with town hall meetings

As time closes in on the end of the Legislature’s regular three-month session, budget solutions are still unclear, especially for the decision on new sources… Continue reading

The road to Gray Cliff and Moose Point extends past the pavement in Captain Cook State Park, shown on Monday, April 11, 2016 near Nikiski, Alaska. Apache Corporation, which was exploring for oil and gas in the area, had announced plans to extend the road to Gray Cliff before the company’s withdrawal from Alaska in March 2016. The Kenai Peninsula Borough is working on plans to pick up the project and plans to go out to bid in the fall. (Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion, file)

North Road extension project to go out to bid in fall

Kenai Peninsula Borough project managers are moving forward with plans to extend the Kenai Spur Highway north, but construction likely won’t start until next year.… Continue reading

The road to Gray Cliff and Moose Point extends past the pavement in Captain Cook State Park, shown on Monday, April 11, 2016 near Nikiski, Alaska. Apache Corporation, which was exploring for oil and gas in the area, had announced plans to extend the road to Gray Cliff before the company’s withdrawal from Alaska in March 2016. The Kenai Peninsula Borough is working on plans to pick up the project and plans to go out to bid in the fall. (Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion, file)

Sprinklers extinguish small fire in Soldotna store

Editor's note: This story has been updated to correct the name of Inkwell's Bookshop. Sprinklers beat firefighters to the punch when they put out a… Continue reading

Board of Fish nominees move through committee, weigh in on membership

The Alaska House of Representatives’ Resources Committee advanced the three Board of Fisheries nominees to a joint Senate and House hearing with little controversy during… Continue reading

North Pacific council to take up Cook Inlet salmon plan

Editor's note: This article has been corrected to show that UCIDA is no longer asking the court to vacate Amendment 12 and that the group… Continue reading

Kenai Central High School juniors shadow North Tech Group owner Tim Jordon during Job Shadow Day.

Job Shadows experience real world

Job Shadow Day for Kenai Central High School juniors was Feb. 22 this year. For more than two decades the Kenai Chamber of Commerce has teamed… Continue reading

Kenai Central High School juniors shadow North Tech Group owner Tim Jordon during Job Shadow Day.
Those needing further training to find work learn of classes at Kenai Peninsula College.

Employers, job seekers mix at Job Fair

For several years the annual Job Fair at the old Carr’s Mall has been seen as a sign of the changing of the seasons and… Continue reading

Those needing further training to find work learn of classes at Kenai Peninsula College.
VFW Post 10046 commander Anne Toutant waves as Vets parade the Colors.

Snow doesn’t slow Alaska’s only St. Patrick’s Day parade

Despite tall snow berms and glaciated sidewalks, Soldotna hosted its 26th St. Patrick’s Day parade March 17. According to the city’s resident leprechaun Michael Sweeney,… Continue reading

VFW Post 10046 commander Anne Toutant waves as Vets parade the Colors.