Load lifters needed

In his helpful book, “Strength of Soul,” W. Phillip Keller says one of the most compelling invitations ever extended by God to man came when… Continue reading

Alaska Unhinged: Spit overload

The Fourth of July celebration was enveloped by such a superb three day weather forecast that northern worker bees were attracted to our area in… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

A special thank to all who supported Far North Derby through a successful event! Far North Derby would like to congratulate and thank Kevin Michaelson… Continue reading

Here’s the Thing: Summertime is on your side

Are you a campfire? ‘Cause you’re hot, and I want s’more. As I glance at social media, my Alaskan buddies are posting breath taking pictures… Continue reading

Learning for Life: Food preservation resources

It is 8 p.m., you are ready to start canning fish but can’t find your Cooperative Extension Service publication, “Canning the Catch.” And what, the… Continue reading

Business news

Chambers set schedules ■ The Kenai and Soldotna Chambers of Commerce will host a joint luncheon at noon on July 16 at the Kenai Visitor… Continue reading

How is your garden growing?

A friend has been giving me fresh cucumbers already, which make for delicious salads. His greenhouse has been very productive.Keeping a garden was the first… Continue reading

Church news

Soldotna Church of God’s annual Destiny Conference takes place July 12-20. Come listen to speakers from across the country, including Rick Benjamin, Stan Holder, Kent… Continue reading

Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion  Rondell Gonzalez, owner of Pye Wackets, a metaphysical supplies and gift shop, smiles as she looks at her reflection Tuesday July 9, 2014 in Soldotna, Alaska.

Pye’ Wackets enjoying new location

Walking into the purple and green building, which sits at the end of a short gravel driveway in Soldotna, shop owner, Rondell Gonzalez, offers a… Continue reading

Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion  Rondell Gonzalez, owner of Pye Wackets, a metaphysical supplies and gift shop, smiles as she looks at her reflection Tuesday July 9, 2014 in Soldotna, Alaska.
Submitted photo Kym Miller shared this photo of her family's 9-month-old mixed Boston terrier/shih tzu dog named is Panda, posing with Liam Miller. Kym writes that Panda "has a lot of character and likes to pose for the camera."

Pet photo: Smile for the camera

Kym Miller shared this photo of her family’s 9-month-old mixed Boston terrier/shih tzu dog named is Panda, posing with Liam Miller. Kym writes that Panda… Continue reading

Submitted photo Kym Miller shared this photo of her family's 9-month-old mixed Boston terrier/shih tzu dog named is Panda, posing with Liam Miller. Kym writes that Panda "has a lot of character and likes to pose for the camera."

News and Notes

Braden Perkins, from Soldotna, graduated from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, during its spring commencement ceremony on May 25. Perkins graduated with a major… Continue reading

Learning for Life: 4-H working to raise awareness of responsible public lands use

Summer is officially in full swing and Alaskan recreational opportunities are everywhere you look. With increased access to beaches, rivers, parks and wilderness areas often… Continue reading

Church news

Nikiski Church of the Nazarene celebrates 40 years The Nikiski Church of the Nazarene celebrates the 40th anniversary on Sunday. Join us as we remember… Continue reading

Give thanks in all circumstances

It’s time once again to celebrate our nation’s independence! Will you do so with parades, picnics, parties or prayers? Will you gather with family or… Continue reading

Orange Poppy owner Kenda Blanning offers home décor made by herself and her family as well and local artists' work at her store in Shops Around the Corner in Soldotna. Photo by Kaylee Osowski/Peninsula Clarion

Meet the Shops Around the Corner

Along the Sterling Highway in Soldotna at the Kobuk Street intersection a recently renovated building is the new home to three local shops — Chez… Continue reading

Orange Poppy owner Kenda Blanning offers home décor made by herself and her family as well and local artists' work at her store in Shops Around the Corner in Soldotna. Photo by Kaylee Osowski/Peninsula Clarion

Wanna buy a duck?

It’s that time of year for the second most popular past time in Kenai: Garage Sale-ing (Fishing of course being the first). When the granddaughters… Continue reading

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Community News and Notes

Navy Seaman Samuel S. Goodwin, son of Alan T. and Barbra J. Wills of Soldotna, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command,… Continue reading

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Kenai Senior Center activities for July

■ Friday, July 4 — Join us at Kenai’s July 4 Parade and Festivities. Look for our vendor booth where we’ll be selling the best… Continue reading

Church news

God and Country Rally Sunday The 23rd Happy Birthday America, “God and Country Rally,” is this Sunday at 6 p.m. at the Soldotna Church of… Continue reading