Students of the inagural Survival 101 spring break camp at the Challenger Center in Kenai learn how to make safety formations to conserve energy when stuck floating in cold water. Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion

Teens learn to survive in frigid water

Instead of taking a break from learning, an eager group of seven teens spent their spring vacation developing skills such as identifying edible tree bark,… Continue reading

  • Mar 13, 2014
  • By Kelly Sullivan
Students of the inagural Survival 101 spring break camp at the Challenger Center in Kenai learn how to make safety formations to conserve energy when stuck floating in cold water. Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion
Photo by Dan Balmer/Peninsula Clarion Clark Whitney of Kenai gives his two-minute testimony telephonically to the Senate Resource Committee in opposition to House Bill 77 at the Legislative Information Office in Kenai Wednesday. Approximately 25 people packed the Kenai office to give testimony but only three were heard by the committee as they heard from residents all over the state. More than 40 people commented in the 90 minute period with only two people in support of the amended bill.

Public testimony on HB77 extended to today

With each passing minute at the Legislative Information Office in Kenai, it became increasingly obvious that not all of the 25 people that came to… Continue reading

  • Mar 13, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER
Photo by Dan Balmer/Peninsula Clarion Clark Whitney of Kenai gives his two-minute testimony telephonically to the Senate Resource Committee in opposition to House Bill 77 at the Legislative Information Office in Kenai Wednesday. Approximately 25 people packed the Kenai office to give testimony but only three were heard by the committee as they heard from residents all over the state. More than 40 people commented in the 90 minute period with only two people in support of the amended bill.

Hawaii, Alaska, territories team up on Jones Act

HONOLULU — Lawmakers from Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Guam are teaming up to pressure the U.S. government for relief from a maritime law passed… Continue reading

  • Mar 13, 2014
  • By CATHY BUSSEWITZ

Proposed education amendment pulled

JUNEAU — A proposed constitutional amendment that would allow for public money to be used for private or religious schools was pulled from the Senate… Continue reading

  • Mar 13, 2014
  • By Becky Bohrer
Photo courtesy/Artisitic Puppy Photography

Soldotna seamstress creates tunic for Iditarod musher

Editor's Note: This story has been edited to correct the number of tunics Evins designed for the T-200 and Iditarod.  An Alaskan scene plays out… Continue reading

  • Mar 12, 2014
  • By KAYLEE OSOWSKI
Photo courtesy/Artisitic Puppy Photography

Man released on bail after alleged sexual assault

Editor's note: This story has been edited to correct town where the accused resides.    A Palmer man indicted on sexual assault charges is out… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2014
  • By DAN BALMER
File photo/Peninsula Clarion

Early run Kenai king salmon closure a blow to guides

Bruce Ewitt guided on the Kenai River for 11 years before he quit after the 2012 fishing season and shifted his efforts toward king salmon… Continue reading

  • Mar 12, 2014
  • By Rashah McChesney
File photo/Peninsula Clarion

Ninilchik Beaches closed for clams

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game announced that the Ninilchik Beaches would be closed to harvest of razor clams beginning Wednesday and running through… Continue reading

  • Mar 12, 2014
  • By Rashah McChesney

State announces oil and gas lease sale

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil and Gas announced its annual Cook Inlet oil and gas lease sales will be held at… Continue reading

  • Mar 12, 2014
  • By Staff Report
In this Tuesday, March 4, 2014, photo, Wal-Mart employee Richard Wilson, 27,  is photographed outside the store where he works in Chicago. Wilson earns $9.25 an hour at that Wal-Mart and lives on the city's western edge with his grandmother. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green, File)

Low-wage jobs unexpectedly a way of life for many

WASHINGTON (AP) — For years, many Americans followed a simple career path: Land an entry-level job. Accept a modest wage. Gain skills. Leave eventually for… Continue reading

  • Mar 12, 2014
In this Tuesday, March 4, 2014, photo, Wal-Mart employee Richard Wilson, 27,  is photographed outside the store where he works in Chicago. Wilson earns $9.25 an hour at that Wal-Mart and lives on the city's western edge with his grandmother. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green, File)
Capturing Alaska's Free Spirit through her camera lens

Capturing Alaska’s Free Spirit through her camera lens

“Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans”, John Lennon. Alanna Allen, a SoHi graduate, Class of 2004, today works as a Kenai… Continue reading

Capturing Alaska's Free Spirit through her camera lens
Alaska Museum brings AK history to life at Redoubt

Alaska Museum brings AK history to life at Redoubt

Alaska has a long and unique history which could be lost in a short period of time if not passed on to the next generation.… Continue reading

Alaska Museum brings AK history to life at Redoubt
Big fish for little kids in Annual Ice Fishing Derby

Big fish for little kids in Annual Ice Fishing Derby

Mild, thin ice and easy lake access made the 17th Annual Ice Fishing Derby sponsored by Soldotna Trustworthy Hardware & Fishing, one for the record… Continue reading

Big fish for little kids in Annual Ice Fishing Derby
PJ's Family Diner opens at iconic location in Soldotna

PJ’s Family Diner opens at iconic location in Soldotna

All that great American style home cooking that PJ’s Diner became famous for over the years which was at the Kenai Airport, is now available… Continue reading

PJ's Family Diner opens at iconic location in Soldotna
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion  Several of the Smith's 270 fish tumble into a tote at Doug Blossom's Icicle Seafood's receiving station Thursday June 27, 20130 south of Clam Gulch, Alaska.

Disaster funds split unresolved

Alaska is set to receive $20.8 million for the 2012 salmon fisheries disasters, but how the money will be used is still being decided. First… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2014
  • By Molly Dischner
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion  Several of the Smith's 270 fish tumble into a tote at Doug Blossom's Icicle Seafood's receiving station Thursday June 27, 20130 south of Clam Gulch, Alaska.

Dallas Seavey wins the Iditarod

NOME, Alaska (AP) — Dallas Seavey ran a blistering pace to rally from third place and win his second IditarodTrail Sled Dog Race early Tuesday in… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2014
  • By Mark Thiessen

Photo: Slip and slide

Kory Duperron, 11, laughs with Rocky Sherbahn, 10, after the two slipped on the same patch of ice Monday March 10, 2014 in Kenai, Alaska.… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2014

Photo: Snow blowing

Blowing snow obscures Marathon Road Monday March 10, 2014 in Kenai, Alaska.… Continue reading

  • Mar 11, 2014
  • By Rashah McChesney
Reworked HB77 up for debate in Alaska Legislature

Reworked HB77 up for debate in Alaska Legislature

JUNEAU — A bill that stalled in the Senate last year over concerns it limited public involvement in permitting decisions resurfaced Monday. But critics say… Continue reading

  • Mar 10, 2014
  • By Becky Bohrer
Reworked HB77 up for debate in Alaska Legislature
FILE - In this March 4, 2014 file photo, Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Sinclair leaves the courthouse with his lawyers Richard Scheff, left, and Ellen C. Brotman, following a day of motions at Fort Bragg, N.C. Less than a month before Sinclair's trial on sexual assault charges, the lead prosecutor broke down in tears Tuesday as he told a superior he believed the primary accuser in the case had lied under oath. (AP Photo/The Fayetteville Observer, James Robinson)  MANDATORY CREDIT

Sexual assault case against Army General stalled

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — The sexual assault case against an Army general was thrown into jeopardy Monday when the judge said the military may have… Continue reading

  • Mar 10, 2014
  • By MICHAEL BIESECKER
FILE - In this March 4, 2014 file photo, Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Sinclair leaves the courthouse with his lawyers Richard Scheff, left, and Ellen C. Brotman, following a day of motions at Fort Bragg, N.C. Less than a month before Sinclair's trial on sexual assault charges, the lead prosecutor broke down in tears Tuesday as he told a superior he believed the primary accuser in the case had lied under oath. (AP Photo/The Fayetteville Observer, James Robinson)  MANDATORY CREDIT