April is a month of openings, the budding of flowers and trees and spiritual cleansing. Astrological signs: Aries and Taurus; birthstone: diamond; colors: yellow and… Continue reading
This winter has been a long one. Everyone mentions that, no matter their age or longevity in the state. The past two years spoiled us… Continue reading
Did you know … May 6 from 10 a.m-3 p.m., is ReGroup’s next Electronics Recycling Event at the Central Peninsula Landfill. Recycling saves resources, reduces… Continue reading
My first experience with river otters began in the mid-1960s as an “older” — just out of the military — university student. I was approved… Continue reading
The Soldotna Regional Sports Complex figure skating team will be dancing their way across the ice Sunday at an annual show. The show, “Can’t Stop… Continue reading
Kenai’s Mountain View Elementary School has been hosting the Young Americans Show Choir since Monday in a three-day event that culminates with a community performance… Continue reading
“Dessert” is not French for “butter, sugar, and cream,” but as far as most people are concerned, it could be. For centuries, the word itself… Continue reading
The produce aisle is a healthy budget cook’s best place to start a supermarket shopping trip. By loading up the cart with bulky, nutrient-filled produce,… Continue reading
Passover comes in the spring, but there is often still a chill in the evening air as families and friends gather in their homes for… Continue reading
North Nikiski March 27 The recent display of the Northern Lights right over the top of our little house in North Nikiski, reminds me of… Continue reading
“Yu has 12 coins, consisting of five pennies, four nickels and three dimes. He tosses them all in the air. What is the probability that… Continue reading
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood filled up with snow … What happens when you mash up “Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy… Continue reading
Backyard Birch Tapping Ever wonder how to make Birch Syrup from our native birch trees? Cooperative Extension Service has the publication “Backyard Birch Tapping Basics”… Continue reading
Owen Boyle spent 40 years diving the dangerous waters of Cook Inlet, submerging himself in the treacherous tides and blinded by the dark waters, to… Continue reading
It turns out there are over 9,000 steps to taking your first Alaska hike. Step one, two and three led me to the trailhead of… Continue reading
Rick’s Ranch North Nikiski, 1986-2017 Bob wears several hats. Bob the Builder. Bob’s Bonfires. Bob the Butcher-man. There is Bob’s Cave. Bob’s Cave-Cat. Bob’s Car.… Continue reading
Chambers set schedules n The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce meets noon today at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex for a presentation from Alaska State Troopers.… Continue reading
On the first day of spring, greenhouse workers’ hands were busy mixing, potting and planting, even though their workspaces are still flanked with several feet… Continue reading
Our little family is compromised of two very different personality types. My son and I are wacky, outgoing, impulsive, and live each day mostly relying… Continue reading
