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Scientists, managers and public connect at Kachemak Bay Science Conference

In an ideal world, science would enlighten us about how the things around us work, and managers would…

Cause of razor clams’ demise no mystery; it’s overharvest

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Cause of razor clams’ demise no mystery; it’s overharvest

T he Kachemak Bay Science Conference held last week in Homer was a valuable opportunity for those who…

Cordova tops in state with most commercial fishing boats

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Cordova tops in state with most commercial fishing boats

United Fishermen of Alaska has released an updated comprehensive look at commercial fishing statewide with an interactive map…

This view of Seldovia Bay, looking from Point Naskowhak toward Seldovia in the background, is part of Alaska ShoreZone, a catalog of high-resolution still and video images that provide bird’s-eye views of Alaska beaches. The photo was taken from a helicopter during June 2009, at low tide.-Image courtesy of Alaska ShoreZone.

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New technology helps prepare for spills, explore coastal areas

On the last day of 2012, the oil-drilling rig Kulluk ran aground on Sitkalidak Island near Kodiak. The…

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School Events

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District March 6: Inservice, no school. March 9-13: Spring break March 27: Early release…

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Southern peninsula schools find place in this weekend’s conference tourney

Last week’s basketball games wrapped up the Peninsula Conference season. Almost. This weekend is the conference tournament. Next…

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Diversity drives Connections

Kachemak Selo and other schools off the state road system make it challenging for the Kenai Peninsula Borough…

The current Kachemak Selo School.-Photo by McKibben Jackinsky, Homer News

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Kachemak Selo: New school, hybrid distance learning program part of plan

The morning’s hush is disturbed only by the sound of a crow’s wings at it flies just beyond…

Robert Ruffner

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Longtime Kenai River habitat advocate applies for Board of Fisheries seat

A Kenai Peninsula resident known for his habitat advocacy has applied to be on Alaska’s Board of Fisheries.…

Photography show opens at KBC

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Photography show opens at KBC

Kenai Peninsula photographer Joe Kashi’s new exhibit, “Veiled Mysteries,” opens with a reception from 5-6:30 p.m. Friday in…

Borough assembly dumps ordinance prohibiting marijuana cultivation

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Borough assembly dumps ordinance prohibiting marijuana cultivation

After hours of public testimony during Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly, the assembly voted…

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Got a hobby? Start a business

On the Kenai Peninsula, many residents have turned their hobbies into a successful, growing businesses. While transitioning from…

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Starting a business easier on peninsula

How easy is starting a business on the Kenai Peninsula in 2015? Due to improving technology and more…