In total, Johnson admitted to leaving 17 threatening voicemails for the two Senators over a five-month period and said that the messages were intended to retaliate against the Senators for performing their official duties.
2022 Industry Outlook Forum Taking Place January 6th At Kenai Visitor’s Center
Author: Anthony Moore |The event will take place from 8:15 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. In partnership with the Cities and Chambers of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, Seward, and Seldovia, the forum offers a variety of topics and speakers discussing the economic outlook for the Kenai Peninsula and the state of Alaska.
Edward Rasmuson Passes Away At Age 81

Edward Rasmuson passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at his home in Anchorage, according to a press release. He succumbed to brain cancer, following a year of treatment.
Alaska Communications Internet Service Outage Across Central Kenai Peninsula Restored

According to a social media post from Alaska Communications at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday, a fiber issue was located between Kenai and Soldotna. By 7:39 p.m. all services were restored, as confirmed by Alaska Communications.
Sen. Micciche Talks 50/50 PFD Ahead Of 2nd Regular Session

Micciche states, “My goal is to solve it this year and trying to gather those 11 senate votes, 21 house votes and the governor’s support. I support his 50/50 plan.”
M/V Kennicott Starts Overhaul On Jan 14, Return To Service Expected April 2022

The M/V Kennicott is now expected to be in overhaul for 98 days, with a return to service on April 21st.
Governor Dunleavy Declares A Disaster Emergency Due To Severe Winter Storms

The disaster emergency has been declared for Delta/Greely REAA, and Copper River REAA; Fairbanks North Star Borough, including Nenana; Denali Borough; and Matanuska-Susitna Borough.
Soldotna Man Arrested For DUI, Resisting Arrest & Failure To Stop
Author: Anthony Moore |Officers attempted to contact the driver, 22-year-old Nicolas Protzen of Soldotna who drove away and fled westbound on Marydale Avenue, according to a recent SPD press release.
DHSS Tabulates Nearly 3,000 New COVID-19 Cases In Monday Data Update

There was a total of 2,746 resident and 126 nonresident cases, totaling 2,872 new cases. To compare, near the end of December, the DHSS was reporting just over 200 cases for a two-day period.
2022 Permanent Fund Dividend Registration Now Open

The application period opened on New Year’s Day. Residents have until March 31 to submit an application online or in person.