Proposed Soldotna Retail Development Delayed

8/31/11

With the announcement earlier this month that the Lowe’s store in Kenai closed, the attention of many in the area has turned to other retail developments that could be coming to the area

City of Homer Updates Summer Projects

8/31/11

The summer months have been a busy time for the City of Homer.

Borough Food Tax Exemption Begins Tomorrow

8/31/2011

September 1st is an important day for businesses who sell non-prepared food. the seasonal tax exemption begins. It stays in effect until May 31st.

Kenai City Council Narrows Search for Clerk

8/31/2011

The Kenai City Council has narrowed the search for its next City Clerk.

Most Students Got Shots Before First Day of School

8/31/2011

Prior to the start of the school year, the School District was aggressively getting the word out about the need for updated shot records.

HEA Has Gas Beyond Chugach Contract

8/31/2011

Homer Electric Association says it now has a natural gas supply for generating its electricity until 2006.

Kenai River Getting Cleaner

8/31/2011

The Kenai River received a clean bill of health from the Kenai Watershed Forum, following their latest round of testing.

Borough Assembly Looking into Paper Use

8/30/2011

The Kenai Peninsula Borough has started a committee to look into the amount of paper the borough assembly and other borough boards and commissions uses.

City of Homer Starting Budget Process

8/30/2011

Last week, the Homer City Council kicked off the city’s annual budget process.

Sen. Murkowski Says Feds Need to Step Back

8/30/2011

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski was at the annual Industry Appreciation days in Kenai this weekend