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The open sign for Uncle Herb’s, Homer’s first marijuana retail store, lights up on opening day, Thursday, May 24, 2018 on Ocean Drive in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)

Control board approves rules for onsite marijuana use

JUNEAU — Alaska regulators on Thursday approved rules for onsite consumption of marijuana at specially designated shops, a significant step for the cannabis industry in… Continue reading

The open sign for Uncle Herb’s, Homer’s first marijuana retail store, lights up on opening day, Thursday, May 24, 2018 on Ocean Drive in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)
Cruise ship visitors gather for their tours on the Seawalk in Juneau on Sept. 13, 2017. (File photo)

Court ruling could impact peninsula cruise ports

A decision in a long-fought court case between the cruise industry and Juneau could have local ramifications for Seward, Homer and other cruise ports in… Continue reading

Cruise ship visitors gather for their tours on the Seawalk in Juneau on Sept. 13, 2017. (File photo)
Simon Nissen organizes students in his choir class, grouping singers of similar vocals in the same section on December 15, 2017 at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)                                Simon Nissen organizes students in his choir class, grouping singers of similar vocals in the same section on December 15, 2017 at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)                                 Simon Nissen organizes students in his choir class, grouping singers of similar vocals in the same section on Dec. 15, 2017 at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

Evening of Christmas: Thanks for a great show

Sunday evening Mr. Simon Nissen directed the Kenai Central High School Choir in a concert entitled Songs for the Season. What an excellent performance! The… Continue reading

Simon Nissen organizes students in his choir class, grouping singers of similar vocals in the same section on December 15, 2017 at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)                                Simon Nissen organizes students in his choir class, grouping singers of similar vocals in the same section on December 15, 2017 at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)                                 Simon Nissen organizes students in his choir class, grouping singers of similar vocals in the same section on Dec. 15, 2017 at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

Bob Franken: Season’s hallucinations

T’was the time around Xmas, and all through the White House, Not a creature was stirring, they were much further south. For Trump’s jesters, reporters… Continue reading

This satellite image from the Kenai Peninsula Borough’s parcel viewer shows an area of Old Town Kenai, on the blufftop overlooking the Kenai River mouth, where erosion has eaten away previously-existing land. (File photo)

Kenai looks into accelerated funding for bluff project

Kenai is looking to set a path to move forward with the long-awaited bluff erosion project. City Manager Paul Ostrander told the city council Wednesday… Continue reading

This satellite image from the Kenai Peninsula Borough’s parcel viewer shows an area of Old Town Kenai, on the blufftop overlooking the Kenai River mouth, where erosion has eaten away previously-existing land. (File photo)
Alaska Waste employees show off their handiwork. (Photo courtesy of Alaska Waste)

Alaska Waste donates kids’ bikes to Love Inc.

This holiday season, Alaska Waste donated 30 bikes, 8 scooters and 4 tricycles that our team built for children in need to local Soldotna charity… Continue reading

Alaska Waste employees show off their handiwork. (Photo courtesy of Alaska Waste)
What goes around …

What goes around …

What’s the most meaningful gift you’ve ever received? I ask that question having recently come home from a gift exchange during which I was on… Continue reading

What goes around …
The Trans-Alaska Pipeline (Photo/File/AJOC)

Permanent Fund seeks incentive pay for managers

JUNEAU (AP) — The Alaska Permanent Fund Corp. wants to pay its investment managers incentive compensation, which officials said is needed to recruit and retain… Continue reading

The Trans-Alaska Pipeline (Photo/File/AJOC)
Anchorage Superior Court Judge Eric Aarseth speaks at an appeal of a recount in a Fairbanks state house race on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, in Anchorage, Alaska. The Alaska Supreme Court appointed Aarseth as a special master to prepare a report on an appeal of a recount in the race between Republican Bart LeBon and Democrat Kathryn Dodge. LeBon held a one-vote lead after the recount. (AP Photo/Dan Joling)

Judge backs Alaska elections division in recount

ANCHORAGE — The Alaska Division of Elections properly recounted votes in a state House race decided by one vote, a Superior Court judge decided Thursday.… Continue reading

Anchorage Superior Court Judge Eric Aarseth speaks at an appeal of a recount in a Fairbanks state house race on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, in Anchorage, Alaska. The Alaska Supreme Court appointed Aarseth as a special master to prepare a report on an appeal of a recount in the race between Republican Bart LeBon and Democrat Kathryn Dodge. LeBon held a one-vote lead after the recount. (AP Photo/Dan Joling)
Out of the Office: At the edge of the world

Out of the Office: At the edge of the world

Anniversaries are strange things — in many ways they are arbitrary, days we mark on a calendar to keep us from forgetting that we have… Continue reading

Out of the Office: At the edge of the world
Refuge notebook: Building new trail builds community

Refuge notebook: Building new trail builds community

By ERIN McKITTRICK From Lunch Mountain, on Kachemak Bay State Park’s Tutka Backdoor Trail, Mount Iliamna appears perfectly framed between the fjord’s forested slopes. We… Continue reading

Refuge notebook: Building new trail builds community
Bottles of hemp-derived CBD oil are seen for sale Feb. 10, 2017. (James Brooks/Juneau Empire)

Stores sell CBD products as rules are worked out

ANCHORAGE (AP) — Products containing cannabidiol have been offered in stores and coffee shops in Alaska, but CBD oil has not been approved to be… Continue reading

Bottles of hemp-derived CBD oil are seen for sale Feb. 10, 2017. (James Brooks/Juneau Empire)
Kenai City Hall (File photo)

Airport remodel on schedule despite unexpected asbestos

Construction at the Kenai Airport continues, but costs are creeping higher than anticipated. At Wednesday’s city council meeting, City Manager Paul Ostrander warned the council… Continue reading

Kenai City Hall (File photo)
Romig Cabin, seen here in Nov. 2017, is located off of Resurrection Trail on Juneau Lake. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

Public use cabins offer an escape this holiday

As the holidays near, stress levels rise. From last-minute shopping to cleaning the house for guests, the holiday to-do list can seem never-ending. This year,… Continue reading

Romig Cabin, seen here in Nov. 2017, is located off of Resurrection Trail on Juneau Lake. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)
Gavel and scales

Woman sentenced for distribution of fentanyl in prison

JUNEAU (AP) — The U.S. attorney’s office says an Anchorage woman has been sentenced to more than three years in prison for distributing fentanyl to… Continue reading

Gavel and scales

Alcohol office recommends state fair lose liquor license 

JUNEAU (AP) — Alcohol regulators will consider a recommendation to reject the renewal of the Alaska State Fair’s liquor license — a move that fair… Continue reading

  • Dec 19, 2018
Spider-Man’s theory of everything — An animated sequel that works in any universe

Spider-Man’s theory of everything — An animated sequel that works in any universe

It’s rare for a movie to go so far against my expectations for me to be actually floored by the time the credits roll, but… Continue reading

Spider-Man’s theory of everything — An animated sequel that works in any universe
Poet’s Corner: December

Poet’s Corner: December

December By Bonnie Marie Playle The time of year when it’s cold; But where’s the snow? Only God knows. Freezing rain makes ice that glistens; Studded tires grip the… Continue reading

Poet’s Corner: December
Bookworm Sez: ‘If You Ask Me’ — Old advice made new again

Bookworm Sez: ‘If You Ask Me’ — Old advice made new again

What should you do? When relationships break down, what then? Or you lose your job and your bank account is depleted, your home is in… Continue reading

Bookworm Sez: ‘If You Ask Me’ — Old advice made new again
Musician Mika Day performs for market attendees at this year’s final Wednesday Market, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018, in Soldotna, Alaska. (Photo by Victoria Petersen/Peninsula Clarion)

Soldotna wins concert series grant

Soldotna’s Music in the Park will rock even more in 2019, thanks to a $25,000 matching grant. The city of Soldotna was one of 15… Continue reading

Musician Mika Day performs for market attendees at this year’s final Wednesday Market, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018, in Soldotna, Alaska. (Photo by Victoria Petersen/Peninsula Clarion)