The KSRM News Department has compiled some top headlines of the week.
ASLC Sea Otter Pup Delivered To Chicago Aquarium

The Alaska SeaLife Center, after nursing a rescue otter back to health and to a point of strength worth of transportation, has delivered Qilak, an orphaned otter pup, to the John G. Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.
BESS Battery Storage Facility Ribbon Cutting Set For November 1st

The Homer Electric Association’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, November 1st at noon at the Soldotna Generation and Substation Facility.
Pierce Addresses Governor’s Race

Republican gubernatorial candidate Charlie Pierce addressed issues on KSRM’s Sound-Off on Wednesday.
$112 Million Announced For Alaska Ports And Ferry Terminals

U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan (both R-Alaska) Wednesday announced that four Alaska coastal communities will receive a total of $112 million in investments this year for critical port-related infrastructure and ferry terminal projects.
City of Kenai Recruiting For Commission Vacancies

The City of Kenai has an open application period for numerous commissions and committees within the City of Kenai.
Soldotna Board & Commission Seats Open For Applications

The City of Soldotna has City Board and Commission seats available. Soldotna Board & Commission members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by Soldotna City Council.
Governor Dunleavy Requests Federal Fishery Disaster For Bristol Bay Red King Crab And Bering Sea Snow Crab Fisheries

Governor Mike Dunleavy, on October 21, wrote to Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, requesting she declares a fishery disaster determination for the 2022/23 Bristol Bay red king crab and Bering Sea snow crab fisheries.
Coast Guard Celebrates First Fatality-Free Commercial Fishing Season Since 2015

The Coast Guard 17th District Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety office reported the second fatality-free commercial fishing season in Alaska for the fiscal year 2022.
Soldotna City Council To Address Parker Appointment

The proposed resolution will be heard as part of the regularly schedule meeting and approval will become effective immediately upon its adoption.