Brian Gabriel: Preserve history while moving Kenai forward

While contemplating a topic for this op-ed, I thought it would be a good idea to revisit the opinion piece that I wrote when I… Continue reading

  • Sep 29, 2016
  • By Brian Gabriel

Glenese Pettey: Always consider what’s best for Kenai

It will be my goal to faithfully represent the interests of the citizens of Kenai. When considering issues affecting you and our city, I will… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2016
  • By Glenese Pettey

Bob McIntosh: City must listen to residents

I would like to address two issues that need close attention over the next three years. City finances in light of declining state funds and… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2016
  • By Bob McIntosh

Christine Hutchison: Kenai needs to be responsive to residents

As a Candidate for a Kenai City Council position, I believe it is important for each of us to be involved somehow in our government… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2016
  • By Christine Hutchison

Jim Glendening: Eager to listen, plan ahead

I look forward to the opportunity to serve the citizens of Kenai as a member of the Kenai City Council. I am excited for our… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2016
  • By Jim Glendening

Jason Floyd: Provide residents with best possible environment

The role of a parent is to provide their child the best possible environment for healthy physical, social and emotional development. While parents provide children… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2016
  • By Jason Floyd

What others say: Mark Begich for Interior Secretary

We heard last week that some Alaskans — including some here in Juneau — are asking Mark Begich to launch a write-in campaign for U.S.… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2016

Q&A: Kenai council candidates share views

1. Does the new comprehensive plan reflect your vision for Kenai’s future development?Jason Floyd: The Comprehensive plan has been developed under a series of city… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2016

Q&A: Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly candidates

1. Should the borough adopt health care powers?Dale Bagley, District 4/Soldotna: I think the Clarion is really asking “should the Central Peninsula Service Area be… Continue reading

  • Sep 27, 2016

Bill Holt: Background, experience provide skills for assembly

My name is Bill Holt and I’m running to serve as your District 7 representative on the borough assembly. District 7 covers the area from… Continue reading

  • Sep 27, 2016
  • By Bill Holt

Paul Fischer: ‘Can do attitude’ for assembly

We need to recognize and plan for loss of revenue from the State, as well as the effect a shrinking oil industry is having on… Continue reading

  • Sep 27, 2016
  • By Paul Fischer

Debbie Cary: Crucial decisions ahead for borough

As the election for the Kenai Peninsula Borough is looming right around the corner it is important, as constituents of the borough, to be involved… Continue reading

  • Sep 27, 2016
  • By Debbie Cary

What others say: An AMHS solution

Alaska’s ferry system is sailing in stormy seas these days, buffeted by a growing tempest of unfavorable conditions with no safe harbor yet in sight.The… Continue reading

  • Sep 27, 2016

Op-Ed: It’s time for President Trump

Hillary Clinton will almost certainly win Monday night’s epic presidential debate on points -- and still could lose.It’s hard to see how Clinton, who has… Continue reading

  • Sep 27, 2016

Voices of the Peninsula: Voters should consider facts, effects of ballot propositions

Two Kenai Borough ballot propositions in the Oct. 4 election are about sharing the responsibility for our community among taxpayers and maintaining a fair balance… Continue reading

  • Sep 26, 2016
  • By Mike Navarre

What others say: Despite veto, governor not to blame for state’s fiscal problems

The announcement of the amount of this year’s Alaska Permanent Fund dividend amount — $1,022 — came with considerably less fanfare than most years. While… Continue reading

  • Sep 26, 2016

What others say: Voter fraud claims fraudulent themselves

How does a lie come to be widely taken as the truth? The answer is disturbingly simple: Repeat it over and over again. When faced with… Continue reading

  • Sep 25, 2016

Voices of Alaska: Smaller dividends are painful but prudent

Alaskans will soon receive our annual dividend checks. This year’s $1,022 check for every qualified resident will help Alaska families with things like winter fuel,… Continue reading

  • Sep 24, 2016
  • By Gov. Bill Walker

Op-ed: Bad and deplorable

No matter how profound we pretend to be, we all rely on various platitudes to carry us through life. One of my favorites is: “’Cheer… Continue reading

  • Sep 24, 2016
  • By Bob Franken

From the publisher: The Clarion is committed to the communities we serve

You may hear my Southern accent when I say this, but I just love Alaska. It’s a dream come true that this is now my… Continue reading

  • Sep 24, 2016