The case could have implications for future development, permitting, and regulatory processes in Arctic and coastal regions of Alaska where federal habitat protections apply.

The company confirmed oil is now flowing through the Lease Automated Custody Transfer (LACT) meter into the Pikka sales oil line as part of the project’s startup and commissioning process.

Crews are contending with standing dead trees and tangled downed timber inside the footprint of the 2014 Funny River Fire.

Residents near Mile 17 Funny River Road may notice increased helicopter activity.

Officials say the suspension will remain in effect until conditions improve.

Affected communities include Kenai, Soldotna, Sterling, Nikiski, Cooper Landing, Seward, Moose Pass, Homer, Anchor Point, Ninilchik, Clam Gulch, Hope, Girdwood, and Anchorage, among others.

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The fire was first reported around 8:30 p.m. by passing aircraft and recreational boaters

A new daily summer route is coming to Soldotna, with Yute Commuter Service operating a Soldotna–Anchorage flight beginning June 1.

The Soldotna City Council unanimously approved a proposal on Wednesday to rezone a 5.13-acre property near Knight Drive from Single-Family/Two-Family Residential to Multi-Family Residential.