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State seeks Kenai Peninsula citizen advisory board members
The Department of Natural Resources invites Alaskans to apply for seats in Seward, Kachemak Bay and Kenai.
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Kenai refuge announces snowmachine opening
All areas traditionally allowing snowmachine use in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge are now open.
Life
Out of the Office: A metaphor on ice
I went ice skating for the first time in years last week, during the annual community Christmas Eve…
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Ice fishing opens on some Kenai National Wildlife Refuge lakes
Snowmachines are permitted for ice fishing access on Hidden, Kelly, Petersen, Engineer and Watson lakes.
Life
Out of the Office: Breaking the winter cycle
There’s a learning curve to every new season and every new sport.
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Soldotna Field House welcomes public during grand opening
The field house will open on Sept. 2 for regular operations.
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Ninilchik voters to decide on levying tax to support pool, rec services
A “yes” vote would support establishment of the Ninilchik Recreational Service Area with an emphasis on funding the…
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Seward Silver Salmon Derby opens for 70th year on Saturday
There will also be 10 tagged fish with their own prizes, mystery weight prizes, and a guessing game…
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Volunteers revitalize Kenai scout park
Kenai’s Erik Hansen Scout Park overlooks the mouth of the Kenai River in Old Town.
Sports
Reeling ‘Em In: Kudos to anglers who adhere to fishing regulations
Line launchers mimicking the scofflaw’s method is one of the reasons fish get spooked and quit biting.
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Soldotna previews field house as opening nears
Soldotna’s Parks and Recreation Department previewed the facility to the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.
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Hospital to sponsor free walks for seniors at field house
Through June 2027, seniors aged 65 and older will be able to use the field house walking track…
Life
A long-term dream, realized in miniature
‘Tugster’, a flat-bottom boat replica, measures 14 feet, 10 inches.
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Alaska developing plans to introduce deer to southern Kenai Peninsula
Strategy development for the project follows a public proposal introduced in 2023.
Sports
Reeling ‘Em In: Tourism season shifts into overdrive on packed Spit
On weekends, keeping your head on a swivel is a must.
Sports
Reeling ‘Em In: Tough times all around
The lagoon wasn’t exactly a hotspot for king-popping last week even for the couple of fish-stealing thug seals…
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Dolly Varden campground to close for renovation
The boat launch and main entrance will remain open.
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Cleaning up the mess that’s left behind
Students from six local schools combed for litter during the 10th Annual Kenai River Spring Cleanup.