Letters to the Editor

I lived the ‘Rise of America’

I was born on Jan. 29, 1932, the day before F.D.R. was inaugurated to his first term as President of the United States of America.… Continue reading

  • Nov 28, 2014
  • By Paul D. Morrison

King research needs to focus on ocean issues

Is anyone wondering what the State of Alaska is spending that $30 million dollars on that our legislature allocated to discover why our king salmon… Continue reading

  • Nov 25, 2014
  • By Don Johnson

Hateful language doesn’t move discussion forward

After listening to President Obama’s address on immigration last Thursday, I was incredibly disappointed. I was not necessarily disappointed with the speech as much as… Continue reading

  • Nov 26, 2014
  • By Dan Pascucci

Thanks for a great reminder

I would like to thank Emma Mullet for putting together Emma’s 2nd run, which took place on Saturday in Kenai. Emma provided our community with… Continue reading

  • Nov 24, 2014
  • By Nadia Anders

Ship of State beginning to move in right direction

At last, the sails of the Ship of State are beginning to fill, and billow, in the right direction. The self-proclaimed intellectuals that reside in… Continue reading

  • Nov 25, 2014
  • By Joni Cody

Creationism should be part of curriculum

In today’s public schools, children are daily being taught that the theory of evolution is fact when in reality, evolution is an unproven theory. Science… Continue reading

  • Nov 25, 2014
  • By Jubilee Johnston

Presidential authority needs checks and balances

People who are happy with this country’s status quo could probably care less whether Congress ever agrees on anything. Others who are not are frustrated… Continue reading

  • Nov 20, 2014
  • By Dean Hill

Control through distrust still working

In 1712 a purported letter was written from one slave owner, to others, to help control slaves on the plantation. Willie Lynch told his fellow… Continue reading

  • Nov 21, 2014
  • By Ray Southwell

Concerns with Alaska’s Father-Daughter Purity Ball

First, I truly believe that having a dad-daughter dance is lovely. Taking time to connect and tell your daughter how much she means to you… Continue reading

  • Nov 21, 2014
  • By Carrie Henson

Residents should not hide in fear

Another honest question. It is government’s role to keep us safe from criminals? Why is it, the criminals, government bureaucrats (DA), police and politicians all… Continue reading

  • Nov 6, 2014
  • By Ray Southwell

Animal protection supporters appreciate support

Thank you to all who voted for Advisory Proposition A1 on Oct. 7 for limited domestic animal control outside the city limits, which we won!… Continue reading

  • Nov 7, 2014
  • By Barbara Romine

Bake sale helps out peninsula pets

Ingredients for an unbelievable bake sale/fundraiser: A cause people care about; A local business with wonderful, hard working employees who care about the cause: SAVE-U-MORE!;… Continue reading

  • Nov 7, 2014
  • By Judy Fandrei

Funds support area breast cancer patients

Central Peninsula Health Foundation would like to thank Soldotna High School Volleyball and Coach Kupferschmid for their donation of $1,000.00 in support of local breast… Continue reading

  • Nov 7, 2014
  • By Kathy Gensel

Harvest Auction showcases local artists

More than 50 local artists donated their original art, ranging from photography to fiber art, graphic works to water colors and much more, to be… Continue reading

  • Nov 7, 2014
  • By PAG’s Harvest Auction Committee

Food group thinks local

As members of the Local Food Group, we are writing to thank the many people who contributed to the success of the 2nd annual Harvest… Continue reading

  • Nov 3, 2014
  • By Tia Holley

Alaskans need to protect their rights

Wake up Alaskans! Your rights are disappearing! I’m a 47 year Alaska resident and very worried about our future! Rights of Alaska citizens have been… Continue reading

  • Nov 2, 2014
  • By Catherine Bishop Herrnsteen McCarthy

Support for Fisherman’s Fund appreciated

Cook Inlet Fisherman’s Fund held the annual dinner October 18. Attendance was a record 120. Bill and Donna Walker were in the neighborhood and joined… Continue reading

  • Nov 3, 2014
  • By John McCombs

Would high tunnels be so popular without subsidy?

Regarding the story “High tunnels here to stay” (Peninsula Clarion, Oct. 28): Sure they are. Everybody can get some free federal government money to build… Continue reading

  • Nov 3, 2014
  • By Ray Southwell

Reader disappointed with Clarion stance

Your endorsement of Dan Sullivan for the reason you have given disappoints me. Mr. Begich has served Alaska very well and understands the needs of… Continue reading

  • Nov 3, 2014
  • By Mindee Morning

In this election, follow the money

Follow the money. Insurance is being purchased by corporations buying politicians in order to get undying loyalty to avoid laws, regulations, and restrictions on their… Continue reading

  • Oct 30, 2014
  • By Marilyn Wheeless