36-year-old Michael Hernandez, who has a history of burglary and theft, stole a white Ford Explorer after allegedly committing acts of theft in Old Town Kenai. 

The Kenai City Council was recommended to approve a Resolution (No. 2025-15) at their next city council meeting that would grant approval for the City Manager to enter into a lease of Airport Reserve Lands between the City of Kenai and ENA, LLC for Lots 5A & 5B, and FBO Subdivision No. 10.

A lack of snow along a dangerous stretch of trail has led organizers of the world’s most famous sled dog race to move the start of the Iditarod farther north.

The Kenai City Council will discuss an ordinance increasing estimated revenues and appropriations in the general fund that will accept grants for the purchase of ballistic vests at its next meeting on Feb. 19.

The STIP serves as Alaska’s blueprint for federal surface transportation investments, funding key infrastructure projects that enhance safety, mobility, and economic growth.

55-year-old Todd Klink was sentenced to 13 years in prison for making two sales of methamphetamine totaling over 82 grams to a law enforcement witness in July 2023 and January 2024, according to court documents.

The Kenai Bronze Bear Family Sculpture project announced the support of its first major sponsors: Grant Aviation and Three Bears Alaska, each contributing $30,000 to bring the community project to life. 

Sen. Sullivan was optimistic about the prospect of further investments in Alaska, given President Donald Trump’s focus on the state.

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These bills would recognize the unique cost-of-living challenges rural hospitals face. They would increase reimbursement for critical access and sole community hospitals that serve Medicare-enrolled seniors in areas where other emergency or healthcare services are unavailable.