The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that Robert Yundt Homes, LLC and Mr. Robert Yundt, based in Wasilla, Alaska, were penalized $107,000 for violations of the Clean Water Act.

As part of its mission to educate anglers of all ages, Kenai River Sportfishing Association is hosting the 2023 Kenai River Jr. Classic from 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9, at Harry Gaines Fish Camp in Soldotna.

The Kenai City Council addressed the matter of a right-of-way for Char Circle in Kenai, as well as a portion of South Spruce Street, proposed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Kenai Peninsula for their new clubhouse location on South Spruce.

The effort to rebuild the Triumvirate Theatre received a big push in the right direction last week, when the Rasmussen Foundation announced funding for the Alaska Children’s Institute for the Performing Arts, along with 24 other projects statewide.

 Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy regretfully accepted Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Jason Brune’s resignation. Commissioner Brune is leaving to pursue opportunities in the private sector.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly passed an ordinance on Tuesday night, which amends the Borough Code concerning elections for public office. 

U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Bob Casey (D-PA) recently introduced legislation to enhance and expand support, protection, and prevention for Americans affected by family violence, domestic violence, and dating violence.

Soldotna AST responded to the beach access off Dunes Road in Kenai on Monday afternoon, for a welfare check on the occupants of a truck stuck in the sand. It was also suspected that there may have been illicit drug use. 

A portion of the Nick Dudiak Fishing Lagoon will be reserved for youth anglers age 15 and younger on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) staff will be present from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with loaner gear, and to assist youth anglers with fishing for coho salmon. Loaner fishing rods will be available to check out, and use on a first-come first-served basis.