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A Ninilchik group works to prevent opioid overdose deaths. Plus, the final part of a series from the Alaska Desk about food security.

Kenai Peninsula school board members consider three charter school-related proposals. President Donald Trump signs a disaster declaration for Western Alaska. Plus, the third in a four-part series about food security in Alaska.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly overhauls the borough's property tax code. A walrus rehabilitated at the Alaska SeaLife Center will feature in a public television show. Plus, the next installment in a four-part series from the Alaska Desk about food security.

The Nikiski Post Office reopens after shutting its doors more than two months ago. Alaska set a new visitor record for the tourism season that ended in April. Plus, Republican U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski takes to the Senate floor to call on her congressional colleagues to end the government shutdown.

Kenai Aviation ceases operations, effective Monday. Peninsula property owners need to reapply for the Kenai Peninsula Borough's residential tax exemption. Plus, Alaska House Speaker Bryce Edgmon reflects on how the response to devastating storms in Western Alaska reflect how the state handle's the impacts of climate change.

The National Weather Service forecasts between eight and 12 inches of snow for Thursday, likely disrupting travel between the Kenai Peninsula and Anchorage. The ongoing federal government shutdown hits programs for Alaska Native communities. Plus, a bill before Congress would protect Alaska Native access to walrus ivory.

On today’s episode of the Kenai Conversation, we’re joined by Lisa Parker, who was recently inducted into the Alaska Women’s Hall of Fame.

The City of Kenai unveils a bronze bear sculpture garden at the Kenai Municipal Airport. Alaska Public Media talks to furloughed federal workers amid what is now the longest-ever federal government shutdown. Plus, a new show from the Kenai Performers tackler faith, identity and community.

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is one of 40 airports around the country that will slash air traffic by 10% starting Friday. Plus, a Kenai charter school won't get a high school program, for now.

Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Tom Begich kicks off a statewide listening tour on the Kenai Peninsula. Plus, a workshop at the annual Elders and Youth Conference focuses on coming of age ceremonies for Alaska Native women.