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Black Press Media officials said in a press release they will "continue delivering quality journalism and advertising solutions" at local newspapers. But it's unclear how exactly the sale could affect the company's three Alaska newspapers.
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Reading aloud can be intimidating, even scary, for some children. But a new program at the Kenai Community Library allows young readers to build confidence while connecting with a four-legged friend.
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Kenai Local Food Connection, a grassroots organization aimed at increasing access to healthy locally grown food, recently acquired a physical space to operate. The expansion is the group’s first brick-and-mortar location, which committee members believe will help them to better serve the community.
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If you’re in need of taxi services, there are few options on the Kenai Peninsula to choose from. E.T.'s Taxi has serviced the area since January, providing rides for about 100 people so far.
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The Kenai Watershed Forum, a Soldotna-based nonprofit that works to promote healthy watersheds, recently gave a presentation about a restoration project the organization has undertaken. The project aims to stabilize a local streambank, which can decrease erosion and protect native fish habitat.
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37-year-old Shane Ludvick was arrested on one count of domestic violence arson in the second degree. No one was inside the residence at the time of the fire.
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Two Kenai Peninsula Borough School District employees were recently nominated for National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year award, which recognizes and awards outstanding K-12 educators and employees. One of this year's nominees is Ryan Kocher, head custodian at Seward High School.
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The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge is hosting a spring break program this week. The free program will spotlight a variety of springtime topics, with hands-on activities and documentary screenings.
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Alaska State Troopers responded to a theft and burglary at a residential construction site, where they say a neighbor stole tools including a generator.
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The plan lowers the escapement threshold for a possible East Side Set Net fishery opening from 15,000 king salmon to 14,250.
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Peninsula Piano Tuning and Service has been improving the Kenai Peninsula’s pianos for nearly two years, and is home to the area’s only full-time piano technician. The small business services anywhere from four to six pianos per month, both in the shop and in the field.
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Treefort Theatre, a Kenai Peninsula-based performing arts group, will soon stage the Kenai Art Center’s first-ever theatrical production. “Marian (or the True Tale of Robin Hood),” is a teen comedy and serves as the inspiration for this month’s art installation.