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Kenai Peninsula Borough planning commissioners approve a permit for a gravel pit operation in Sterling. Plus, a new state report shows racial disparities in Alaska's COVID-19 fatalities.

The Alaska Division of Forestry says it's aware of community concerns about a Kenai Peninsula state forest. Alaska is expected to have a soft winter tourism season, after a dip in visitation last year. Plus, the U.S. House works to restore union rights to federal workers.

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy eyes a property tax break for the long-planned Alaska LNG Project. Ice is blocking channels at the Homer Harbor. Plus, a children's book makes for a creative way to support people impacted by Typhoon Halong.

On today’s episode of the Kenai Conversation, we’re joined by Zen Kelly and Virginia Morgan, both of whom are former members of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District board of education.

Hometown musician returns from national tour opening for Blues Traveler

The state transportation department used drones during the response to ex-Typhoon Halong. An energy consulting firm makes policy suggestions to state lawmakers. Plus, a Lingít and Dena'ina writer takes home her fourth Emmy award for "Molly of Denali."

A new federal offshore drilling proposal would offer nearly all of the oceans off Alaska to potential leasing. The State of Alaska wants to know what you think about designating a state forest on the Kenai Peninsula. Plus, Alaska’s auditor says state government is increasingly failing to keep up with state and federal legal requirements.

Students at Chapman Elementary School in Anchor Point evacuate after a gas leak. The company spearheading work on the Alaska LNG Project estimates it will need 7,000 workers at peak pipeline construction. Plus, a new series from Alaska Public Media offers tips for making the most of life in the Last Frontier.

A former Kenai church leader accused of sexual abusing underage girls dies in the custody of the Alaska Department of Corrections. Plus, Juneau's Mendenhall Glacier is officially no longer touching Mendenhall Lake.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District previews the upcoming budget season. An earthquake shook Alaskans on Thanksgiving morning. Plus, Alaskans find creative ways to have fun in doors.