Central Emergency Services held its annual ‘Fill the Boot’ fundraiser at the Soldotna Fred Meyer on July 11, raising approximately $12,000.

Twenty-seven-year-old Randy Brown was arrested July 8 and booked into the Homer Jail following an investigation that began June 4. 

The stranded boaters told responders they had shelter, food, warm clothing, and a working cell phone with cellular service while they waited for help overnight.

The KSRM News Department has compiled some of the week’s top headlines.

Cyclospora is caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis and is most often linked to contaminated fresh produce such as leafy greens, herbs, berries, and other fruits and vegetables.

Dr. Karen Davis O’Hara is scheduled to officially begin her duties as director on Aug. 3.

The average monthly individual health insurance premium in Alaska is $1,019, accounting for 13.18% of the state’s median monthly household income.

The largest single appropriation is $450,000 for engineering and design work on a new refrigeration system at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex ice rink.

Phillip T. Phillips was found guilty Thursday of first-degree sexual abuse of a minor, second-degree sexual abuse of a minor, and harassment following a three-day jury trial.

Consumers who believe they have been the victim of unfair or deceptive business practices can file a complaint with the state’s Consumer Protection Unit.