Several candidates are leading local municipal races following Tuesday’s elections in Kenai and Soldotna, according to unofficial results.

Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan holds a projected 328-vote lead over Democratic challenger Mary Peltola in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race after accounting for ranked-choice voting transfers, according to an analysis released by Alaskans for Dan Sullivan.

The cooperative says updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.

Held in October, the 2026 workshop featured new field locations, hands-on activities, and opportunities for educators to learn from local scientists and resource experts.

The Alaska SeaLife Center has named longtime employee Chip Arnold as its interim president and CEO as the center prepares for the departure of current CEO Dr. Wei Ying Wong in December.

The Haunted Chamber made its startling comeback in October, filling the Kenai Chamber of Commerce with screams and scares lurking around every corner.

HEA Chief Executive Officer Brad Janorschke provided the update on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at a Soldotna Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Sports Complex.

The enrollment report is included in the general information packet for the Board of Education’s meeting in Soldotna tonight. 

The survey is sent to Alaska residents and nonresidents who purchased a sport fishing license in 2026 or held a permanent sport fishing license card.