Kenai Peninsula Borough Mayor Peter Micciche delivered a comprehensive “State of the Borough” address Wednesday during a joint Soldotna/Kenai Chamber of Commerce luncheon.
Kenai Peninsula Communities Awarded $150,000 In Mental Health Trust Grants

These grants are part of the Trust’s $25 million annual grant program, which supports organizations that serve Alaskans experiencing mental illness, substance use disorders, and various disabilities and brain conditions.
Anchorage Man Convicted In 2015 Portage Campground Sexual Assault

The case stems from a May 16, 2015, report by a woman who said she was attacked while sleeping in her car.
State Launches New Health Care Cost Database For Alaskans

The database draws on claims data from commercial health plans offered by Premera Blue Cross and Moda Health, along with Medicare and Alaska Medicaid. Data from AlaskaCare is expected to be added in an update later this year.
U.S Indo-Pacific Commander Recommends Reopening Adak Naval Base in Alaska

Admiral Samuel Paparo’s support came in response to questions posed by Sen. Sullivan, who has long pushed to reopen Adak as part of the larger build-up of U.S. military assets in Alaska.
Deadline Approaching For Kenai Parks Advisory Board Nominations

Recruitment for the KRSMA will close on April 15, 2025, though the other two application periods will remain open.
Investigation Concludes Officers Justified In January Kasilof Shooting

Alaska State Troopers Ethan Norwood and Jonathan Lindblom, along with Homer Police Officer Charles Lee, were found to have acted lawfully when they opened fire on 32-year-old Mason Toloff of Kasilof.
Two New Mexico Men Charged In Anchor Point For Alleged Hunting Violations And Residency Fraud

38-year-old Franklin Keaton Waters and 41-year-old William A. Miller, both of Artesia, New Mexico, are accused of fraudulently obtaining Alaska resident hunting and fishing licenses while continuing to claim residency and receive benefits in New Mexico.
Man Identified For Firing A Gun From A Moving Vehicle On Sterling Hwy

Alaska State Troopers received a report in Anchor Point on Saturday, April 5, of an individual firing a gun from a moving vehicle on the Sterling Hwy.
Begich Highlights Legislative Push, Alaska-Focused Agenda In First 100 Days

Begich holds seats on three major committees—Natural Resources, Transportation & Infrastructure, and Science, Space & Technology—and serves as vice chair on subcommittees overseeing energy and rail policy.