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Vol. 44, Issue 104

Friday-Saturday, January 31-february 1 Soldotna-Kenai, Alaska

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A Nikiski man involved in a single vehicle accident Wednesday night is recovering at Providence Medical Center in Anchorage where he is being treated for serious injuries, according to Alaska State Troopers. Christopher Overhuls, 30, was driving a maroon 2000 Ford Mustang at a high rate of speed when he lost control and crashed through a fence near the Agrium plant at the 21-mile mark of the Kenai Spur Highway just before 10 p.m., according to troopers. An eyewitness called 911 and within minutes Troopers and Nikiski Emergency Medical Services arrived on the scene. According to the troopers report, Overhuls’ vehicle rolled over several times, indicating he was traveling at a high rate of speed. The speed limit posted is 55 mph. Overhuls was flown by Life Med helicopter to Providence for treatment. Overhuls was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. Trooper spokesperson Megan Peters said alcohol is suspected as a factor in the accident, but the investigation is ongoing. The Bureau of Highway Patrol took over case responsibility. — Staff report

Correction A story on the H1N1 flu in Thursday’s Clarion contained incorrect information. Dana McDonald is an Infection Prevention Nurse at Central Peninsula Hospital. In noting that it is not too late to get a flu shot, it was the 2011-2012 flu season that saw a spike in cases in the spring. The Clarion regrets the errors.

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JUNEAU (AP) — Alaska’s contribution toward building a liquefied natural gas project could range from $4.6 billion to $11.4 billion, depending on the state’s equity stake and whether it has a partner. An agreement to advance the project, contingent upon legislation authorizing it, anticipates a state stake of about 20 to 25 Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion percent. Alaska’s participation rate would be established Matt Martinelli, left, Alexander Locke, and Austin Spurgeon hang out for high-fives from Brown Bears players during a game through taxes and royalties, Thursday at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex in Soldotna. For more on the game, see Page B-1. and the state would be responsible for a commensurate level of construction costs. So if the state has a 25 percent stake, it would be responsible for 25 percent of costs. That agreement includes the state, TransCanada Corp., the A drilling rig By Dan Balmer said. Alaska Gasline Development operating for Peninsula Clarion Porter said the city has exCorp., or AGDC, and the North Buccaneer perienced rapid growth in sales Slope’s three major players: BP, Energy stands ConocoPhillips and ExxonMoThe overall theme from lo- tax revenue since 2007. During in the spruce bil Corp. Current cost estimates, cal mayors to oil and gas com- the last six years, sales tax revforest alongexpected to be refined as the panies Thursday: the economic enues have increased 45 perside Marathon project advances, are from $45 outlook on the Kenai Peninsula cent from $155 million to $220 Road in 2011. billion to more than $65 billion. is strong and welcomes new million with the city receiving During a a big boost when the Wal-Mart On Wednesday, administrabusiness. presentation tion officials gave the House and Seven community represen- Supercenter opened in 2010, Thursday, area Senate Resources committees tatives from an area spanning she said. leaders told Kenai property values have overviews of a memorandum of from Homer to Seward spoke industry repre- understanding between the state on the economic future at the also increased by 75 percent, a sentatives that and TransCanada detailing the Industry Forum hosted by the large portion of which can be the Kenai Pen- terms of service for transportKenai Peninsula Economic attributed to the addition of the insula is open ing Alaska’s gas through a gasDevelopment District at the Cook Inlet natural gas storage for business. treatment plant and pipeline. Challenger Learning Center in facility, she said. Peninsula Clarion With the increase of propThe agreement also represents Kenai. file photo a move away from the terms of City of Kenai Mayor Pat erty values up to $700 milthe Alaska Gasline Inducement Porter highlighted capital proj- lion last year, Porter said since Act (AGIA), which Gov. Sean ects like the Municipal Airport 2007 the city has lowered its Parnell has said do not fit well and a new Industrial Park as mill rate from 4.5 to 3.85 one of the lowest tax rates in the with the current project. boons for new industry. TransCanada had won an ex“With all the new interest in state. Porter said the oil and gas clusive license to pursue a maoil and gas development in Kejor gas line under AGIA. But nai the rumor mill is swirling property values have grown with new development,” she See COST, page A-14 See OPEN, page A-14

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Democrats pitch Medicaid expansion plan JUNEAU (AP) — House and Senate Democrats on Thursday proposed legislation that would expand Medicaid coverage in Alaska after Gov. Sean Parnell last year refused calls to do so. The proposal would extend eligibility to those up to 138 percent of the federal poverty line. State participation would be contingent upon the federal government paying at least 90 percent of costs, the lowest lev-

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el to which they are currently expected to fall. The proposal was introduced in the House as HB290. Companion legislation is expected to be introduced in the Senate on Friday.

Sen. Bill Wielechowski, DAnchorage, said expanded coverage makes sense morally and financially. He called the proposal “commonsense, no-brainer” legislation that he hopes will attract Republican support. Democrats said the proposal would extend coverage to about 40,000 Alaskans. The U.S. Supreme Court, in upholding most of the federal health care law in 2012, also

held that states cannot lose existing Medicaid funding if they don’t expand Medicaid coverage levels. In states that have opted for expansion, the federal government is expected to cover the cost for the first three years, through 2016, and the bulk of the cost indefinitely, with the states contributing. Parnell last year faced pressure from health, advocacy and business organizations to

expand coverage. He cited financial concerns in his decision, saying a “costly Medicaid expansion, especially on top of the broken ‘Obamacare’ system, is a hot mess.” Medicaid is a major driver of the state’s budget, and there are concerns with health care costs and access in Alaska. Parnell proposed creating an advisory group to make recommendations See PLAN, page A-14

Shell suspends Arctic drilling operations for 2014 By TOBY STERLING AP Business Writer

AMSTERDAM — Oil companies’ rush to find reserves off Alaska’s Arctic shores suffered a setback on Thursday after Shell said it would suspend its operations in the region — and possibly withdraw for good. Royal Dutch Shell PLC is the main company to have purchased leases for oilfields off Alaska’s Arctic shores, but its attempts to drill have been halt-

ing due to technical and legal hurdles. While other companies are still seeking to exploit deepwater Arctic fields nearby in Canada, Shell’s troubles may indicate that the difficulties outweigh the potential economic benefits. “We will not drill in Alaska in 2014, and we are reviewing our options there,” Shell CEO Ben van Beurden told reporters in London. Shell received a negative

Federal court decision last week. Environmentalists are still challenging whether the government’s 2008 decision to open the area to exploration was correctly granted in the first place: it is covered by sea ice for much of the year. Asked whether Thursday’s retreat means the project is finished, Van Beurden said that depends in part on how the ongoing lawsuit proceeds. Environmental activists cried victory. C

“Shell’s Arctic failure is being watched closely by other oil companies, who must now conclude that this region is too remote, too hostile and too iconic to be worth exploring,” Greenpeace International Arctic oil campaigner Charlie Kronick said in a reaction. Jacqueline Savitz, the U.S. chief of the Oceana conservationist group, said Shell’s retreat shows that offshore drilling in the Arctic is “simply not a good bet from a business per-

spective.” Shell’s troubles in Alaska are only the most visible in a series of setbacks for the company in the U.S., and Van Beurden hinted he won’t prioritize investments there in the future. While oil prices remain high globally, “North America natural gas prices and associated crude markers remain low, and industry refining margins are under pressure” Van Beurden said. See SHELL, page A-5

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AccuWeather 5-day forecast for Kenai-Soldotna

Barrow 19/14

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Tuesday

Sunny to partly cloudy

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Hi: 32 Lo: 18

Hi: 32 Lo: 20

Hi: 33 Lo: 21

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Hi: 33 Lo: 21

The patented AccuWeather.com RealFeel Temperature® is an exclusive index of the effects of temperature, wind, Sunrise humidity, sunshine intensity, cloudiness, precipitation, Sunset pressure and elevation on the human body.

10 a.m. Noon 2 p.m. 4 p.m.

27 34 35 32

Daylight Length of Day - 7 hrs., 48 min., 37 sec. Daylight gained - 5 min., 4 sec.

Alaska Cities Yesterday Hi/Lo/W

City Adak* Anchorage Barrow Bethel Cold Bay Cordova Delta Junction Denali N. P. Dillingham Dutch Harbor Fairbanks Fort Yukon Glennallen* Gulkana Haines Homer Juneau Ketchikan Kiana King Salmon Klawock Kodiak

First Feb 6

Today 9:24 a.m. 5:13 p.m.

Full Feb 14

Moonrise Moonset

Today 9:08 a.m. 7:32 p.m.

Kotzebue 28/24/pc 39/32/sn 35/32/pc McGrath 16/-1/pc 27/20/pc 29/18/s Metlakatla 45/37/s 12/3/pc 19/14/pc Nome 33/29/sn 41/33/r 38/30/r North Pole 8/-6/s 42/39/r 41/30/r Northway 6/-9/c 36/21/s 35/18/s Palmer 32/19/pc 17/10/s 13/-1/s Petersburg 37/30/pc 21/7/s 15/-8/s Prudhoe Bay* 21/-6/pc 39/37/r 38/32/r Saint Paul 32/16/pc 44/35/r 40/32/pc Seward 40/31/pc 7/-3/pc 8/-12/s Sitka 42/31/s 0/-6/pc 3/-8/s Skagway 45/37/pc 21/9/pc 12/-20/s Talkeetna 28/12/pc 22/16/pc 7/-9/s Tanana 12/-6/pc 41/29/pc 34/20/s Tok* 5/-8/pc 41/29/r 37/26/s Unalakleet 32/28/sf 38/28/pc 34/22/s Valdez 31/20/pc 45/32/s 37/24/s Wasilla 34/14/pc 33/27/sn 32/13/sn Whittier 34/26/pc 44/34/c 41/30/r Willow* 28/17/pc 44/30/s 41/28/s Yakutat 39/26/s 42/32/c 41/32/pc Weather(W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice.

Unalakleet McGrath 36/27 23/9

New Feb 28

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Albany, NY Albuquerque Amarillo Asheville Atlanta Atlantic City Austin Baltimore Billings Birmingham Bismarck Boise Boston Buffalo, NY Casper Charleston, SC Charleston, WV Charlotte, NC Chicago Cheyenne Cincinnati

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34/27/c 62/33/pc 60/26/pc 53/24/pc 52/36/pc 41/26/pc 75/60/c 43/28/pc 27/9/pc 53/41/pc 14/-7/pc 38/24/pc 41/32/c 30/27/sf 25/6/sf 57/41/pc 47/30/c 51/28/pc 19/15/sn 26/12/sn 38/33/c

Dillingham 38/32

Precipitation

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24 hours through 4 p.m. yest. 0.00" Month to date ........................... 2.28" Normal month to date ............. 0.93" Year to date .............................. 2.28" Normal year to date ................. 0.93" Record today ................. 0.58" (1972) Record for Jan. ............. 3.03" (1980) Record for year ............ 27.09" (1963) Snowfall 24 hours through 4 p.m. yest. .. 0.0" Month to date ............................. 6.6" Season to date ......................... 39.4"

Juneau 34/22

National Extremes

Kodiak 41/32

Sitka 40/30

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83 at El Centro, Calif. -13 at Flag Island,

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Ketchikan 37/24

48 at Gambell -15 at Arctic Village

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Snow will reach from Colorado to Illinois today with a zone of ice on the southern edge. Rain will fall over South Florida, the lower Mississippi Valley and the coastal areas of the Northwest.

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28/11/pc 41/12/pc 30/7/pc 28/-3/s 60/32/pc 31/12/pc 49/33/sn 48/33/sn 24/8/pc 11/9/pc 73/38/pc 0/-1/pc 49/28/pc 27/11/sn 16/2/sn 29/6/s 15/10/sn 80/67/s 58/22/c 32/15/pc 49/16/s

32/27/sn 53/31/pc 35/32/sf 36/22/c 74/57/pc 33/31/sn 27/12/sn 22/11/sn 29/23/c 2/-12/pc 72/50/pc 6/-5/pc 39/17/sf 22/17/c 23/2/pc 38/28/c 27/5/pc 81/70/pc 71/61/c 32/29/sn 58/50/c

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35/31/sn 36/23/c 46/35/sh 29/9/c 40/21/sf 57/30/pc 36/22/sf 77/61/c 62/51/pc 57/43/pc 55/26/pc 44/34/sh 16/7/pc 29/14/c 34/28/sf 73/62/pc 30/18/sn 69/44/pc 46/31/r 44/29/pc 34/22/c

By MALCOLM RITTER AP Science Writer

NEW YORK — A simple lab treatment can turn ordinary cells from mice into stem cells, according to a surprising study that hints at a possible new way to grow tissue for treating illnesses like diabetes and Parkinson’s disease. Researchers in Boston and Japan exposed cells from spleens of newborn mice to a more acidic environment that they’re used to. In lab tests, that turned them into stem cells, showing enough versatility to produce the tissues of a mouse embryo, for example. Cells from skin, muscle, fat and other tissue of newborn mice appeared to go through

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Today Hi/Lo/W 90/71/pc 55/48/pc 74/62/pc 67/46/pc 39/29/c 72/65/s 63/49/pc 78/61/t 46/39/r 50/43/pc 2/-5/c 75/43/pc 30/12/sf 10/-2/s 45/40/c 58/50/r 43/30/s 86/73/t 88/70/s 57/43/s 41/27/c

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Researchers generate stem cells in mice

North Slope crude: $105.00, down from $105.01 on Tuesday West Texas Int.: $97.36, down from $97.41 on Tuesday

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Kenai/ Soldotna 32/18 Seward 40/28 Homer 37/26

Valdez Kenai/ 33/22 Soldotna Homer

Cold Bay 41/30

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High ............................................... 31 Low ................................................ 24 Normal high .................................. 26 Normal low ...................................... 9 Record high ....................... 41 (2007) Record low ....................... -28 (1971)

Anchorage 29/18

Bethel 38/30

National Cities City

Fairbanks 8/-12

Talkeetna 31/17 Glennallen 12/-20

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Unalaska 40/29 Yesterday Today Hi/Lo/W Hi/Lo/W

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Nome 36/27

Tomorrow 9:27 a.m. 9:05 p.m.

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Internet: www.gedds.alaska.edu/auroraforecast

Today’s activity: Moderate Where: Auroral activity will be moderate. Weather permitting, moderate displays will be visible overhead from Barrow to as far south as Talkeetna and visible low on the horizon as far south as Bethel, Soldotna and southeast Alaska.

Temperature

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Prudhoe Bay 15/10

Anaktuvuk Pass 19/10

Kotzebue 31/23

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the same change, which could be triggered by exposing cells to any of a variety of stressful situations, researchers said. Scientists hope to harness stem cells to replace defective tissue in a wide variety of diseases. By making stem cells from the patient, they can get around the problem of transplant rejection. Human cells are now routinely turned into so-called “iPS” stem cells. That involves reprogramming an ordinary cell by slipping genes or substances into its nucleus. The new method, in contrast, lets the cell change its own behavior after researchers have applied an external stress. “It’s very simple to do. I think you could do this actually in a college lab,” said Dr. Charles Vacanti of Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Bos-

‘Until you show it works in humans, it’s hard to know what the application is going to be.’ — William Lowry, developmental biologist

Kobe, Japan, said researchers are now studying whether the technique works with human cells. She also said it’s premature to compare it to iPS technology in terms of potential medical uses. Experts not connected to the study said the results are surprising, and that it’s too soon to know their practical implications. “Until you show it works in humans, it’s hard to know what the application is going to be,” said William Lowry, a developmental biologist at the University of California, Los Angeles. “For now, the question of whether it’s a lab curiosity or a big medical benefit, that’s still up in the air.”

ton, an author of two papers published online Wednesday by the journal Nature. Vacanti also acknowledged that if the technique works with human cells, it could conceivably provide a new potential route for cloning people. He has no interest in doing that, he said, but “it is a concern.” Another author, Haruko Online: Obokata of the RIKEN Center Nature: for Developmental Biology in com/nature

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Peninsula Clarion, Friday, January 31, 2014

Community Calendar Today 9:45 a.m. • TOPS #AK 196 meets at The Grace Lutheran Church, in Soldotna. Call Dorothy at 262-1303. Noon • Alcoholics Anonymous recovery group at URS Club, 405 Overland Drive. Call 262-1917. 12:30 p.m. • Well Elders Live Longer exercise (W.E.L.L.) will meet at the Nikiski Senior Center. Call instructor Mary Olson at 907-776-3745. 8 p.m. • Narcotics Anonymous Support Group “It Works” at URS Club, 405 Overland Drive. • AA 12 by 12 at the United Methodist Church, 607 Frontage Road, Kenai. • Twin City Al-Anon Family group, United Methodist Church, 607 Frontage road in Kenai. Call 541-9538335. Saturday 10 a.m. • Narcotics Anonymous meeting, URS Club, 405 Overland Drive, Kenai. 7 p.m. • Narcotics Anonymous support group “Dopeless Hope Fiends” at 607 Frontage Road, Kenai. • Bingo, Funny River Community Center. 8 p.m. • AA North Roaders Group at North Star Methodist Church, Mile 25.5 Kenai Spur Highway. Call 242-9477. The Community Calendar lists recurring events and meetings of local organizations.To have your event listed, email organization name, day or days of meeting, time of meeting, place, and a contact phone number to news@peninsulaclarion.com.

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Around the Peninsula Cardiac support group to meet A cardiac support group will meet in the Redoubt Room at Central Peninsula Hospital on Monday at 5:30 p.m. Margie McCord from CPH Cardiac Rehab will be the guest presenter. Margie will guide the group through some relax and restore exercises. Please come and join us for this fun, relaxing meeting. For more information call Jeanette Rodgers at 262-5547 or 252-1018.

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ing interested volunteers who would like to serve as public members. The committees establish the work plans for Council programs and projects, and typically meet three times a year. If you are interested in oil industry operations or environmental matters in Cook Inlet and would like to serve as a public member beginning in April of 2014, submit a cover letter and resume by February 28 to Cook Inlet RCAC, 8195 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, AK 99611, or e-mail to jerryrombach@circac.org. Call 907-283-7222 or 800-652-7222 with questions. Learn more about the Council at www.circac.org.

Relay For Life kicks off

Fundraiser under way Volunteers are raising money in the community for September Klumb to help defray costs of cancer treatment at IBC centers. Volunteers will be out on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Those wishing to volunteer can grab a donation bucket and check in at SBS in Soldotna anytime between those hours. Volunteers will also be at Sportsman’s Warehouse with treats for sale. Hank the Moose will be at Jumpin’ Junction for photos. Donated goods are being accpeted for an at 9 p.m. Saturday at Hooligans. A dollar per drink also will go to September. Donations may be made at Wells Fargo to the Bridges/Klumb Family Fund as well. After Saturday, shirts will be for sale. More information is available through the group’s Facebook page, www.facebook.30kinaday4September. For more information, call Katherine Covey at 398-1773.

Science program delves into force Dynamic homeschool program STEAM ahead, session IV explores the uses of force and motion and begins February 11 at the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska. Science curriculum is delivered to your homeschooler in a format designed for maximum engagement. Three classes per session, $149, for kindergarten through eighth grades. For more information, call 907-283-2000 or email spring.larrow@akchallenger.org www. akchallenger.org.

A 2014 Central Peninsula Relay For Life kickoff barbecue will take place Saturday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Kenai Visitors Center, 11471 Kenai Spur Highway in Kenai, with hot dogs and all the fixings. Donations will be accepted, trade Relay For Life registration for yourself or your team. The barbecue is sponsored by XTO Energy. For more information, call Johna 907-394-6006 or Carmen at 907-252-4270.

Kenai Kennel Club hosts obedience classes Starting Saturday, the Kenai Kennel Club will host a sixweek session of dog obedience classes, with Beginning Family Dog Obedience from 1-2 p.m. and Advanced Obedience from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Kenai Kennel Club is located in the Kenai Mall in Kenai. Please leave your dog in the car while registering and bring your dog records. For more information call the club at 335-2552 or email kenaikennelclub@gmail.com.

Kachemak Bay comments due

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources held an Open House in Homer on Nov. 13, 2013 to kick off a planning process to revise the Kachemak Bay State Park and Kachemak Bay State Wilderness Park Management Plan. Additionally, the public was encouraged to complete the Recreational, Use, Facilities and Access Questionnaire to help the planning team get a feel for how the park is being used. As a reminder, the deadline for submitting the questionnaire is fast approaching. Cook Inlet RCAC seeking volunteers The deadline to submit questionnaires is Jan. 31. To view the The Environmental Monitoring Committee and the Pre- existing park plan, fill out the questionnaire, and learn more vention, Response, Operations and Safety Committee of the about the process, visit: http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/plans/ Cook Inlet Regional Citizens Advisory Council are seek- kbay/kbayplan.htm

Body found in Fairbanks fire rubble FAIRBANKS (AP) — A body has been found in the rubble of a Fairbanks apartment building that was destroyed by fire. Assistant Fire Chief Ernie Misewicz said the body was discovered late Wednesday evening as investigators searched for the cause of the fire that destroyed the two-story building. The building contained about

18 apartments on the second floor, and offices and a secondhand furniture shop on the first. The fast moving fire early Wednesday morning also severely burned another man, and left more than 50 others homeless, the Fairbanks Daily NewsMiner reported. The injured man was rushed to a Seattle burn hospital. Firefighters used ladders to

rescue several people from the burning building because they were not able to reach the hallway to escape. Other people were treated at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital for more minor injuries, including smoke inhalation and cold-related injuries since they evacuated the burning structure without shoes and socks. The temperature outside was about

15 degrees. Firefighters dug for hours at the scene for any indication of unaccounted-for occupants of two apartments. Misewicz said the victim, whose identity is not known, was likely in one of the second floor apartments. The body will be sent to Anchorage for an autopsy to determine identity and cause of death, Misewicz said.

Corrections worker alleges harassment

ANCHORAGE (AP) — The president of the Alaska Correctional Officers Association is suing top officials with the state Department of Corrections, alleging he was repeatedly harassed for his union advocacy. The lawsuit filed Tuesday by Randall McLellan targets corrections Commissioner Joe Schmidt and Director of Institutions Bryan Brandenburg, the Anchorage Daily News reported. As union president, McLellan represents 900 officers and has often acted a spokesman for the organization that has long been in conflict with administrators over issues like safety and staffing levels. According to the lawsuit, the problems against McLellan began in 2008 after the union issued a vote of no-confidence in Schmidt, who spearheaded staffing cuts. The 13-page lawsuit says that shortly after the

vote, the department began “a secret monitoring file” on McLellan. “The file included reports of such trivial matters as failure to say good morning, a failure to verbally respond to a comment and a failure to wear his name tag,” the lawsuit states. “The file was created in an apparent effort to find grounds for subjecting McLellan to discipline.” McLellan’s attorney, David Shoup, said he could not comment beyond information in the lawsuit. DOC spokeswoman Kaci Schroeder confirmed that McLellan is employed as a correctional officer at the Mat-Su Pretrial facility. Schroeder declined to comment on allegations raised. McLellan seeks more than

$100,000 in damages in the lawsuit filed in state Superior Court. The lawsuit says that among instances of unfair discipline against McLellan, he was the subject of a seven-day suspension for failing to pick up outgoing inmate mail. According to the lawsuit, McLellan also was denied business leave, as well as the opportunity to work overtime and assignment to positions in favor of officers with less seniority.

“It is a repeated joke among staff at the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility that you should not stand too close to McLellan because he has a target on his back and they might miss and hit you,” the lawsuit states. Last May, McLellan was placed on administrative leave following an April investigatory interview concerning an incident where he peppersprayed an inmate described as a “violent offender” so he could close the cell door, according to the lawsuit.

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Alaska’s own website issues It should not have been surprising for

the Alaska Department of Revenue when several thousand Alaskans inundated the website to apply for their Permanent Fund Dividend yet somehow nearly 16,000 people who logged on to apply for their annual PFD experienced glitches in the online application process. Users had no problems filling out the application, but the electronic signature function was flawed and others were unable to visit the “Pick.Click.Give.” page which provides much-needed funds to the 500 nonprofits who benefit from the generosity of Alaskans willing to share their annual dividends. While the scale is much smaller, the problem reminds us of the nightmare roll-out of HealthCare.gov, the federal health insurance marketplace which was supposed to connect citizens to insurance under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare. Millions of Americans attempted to use a website the federal government knew for three years needed to be built — but didn’t start until the year it was due to roll out. Those responsible for the website scrambled to get the IT infrastructure into place in time but didn’t spend enough time on quality control to make sure it worked. As a result the rollout of the largest nationwide change to the healthcare industry in decades was botched. Alaskans have been filing for their annual PFD checks for 32 years and 83 percent of the 2013 applicants filed online. It’s a process that should be routine, streamlined and ready for heavy use at the beginning of the year, every year. Word from the Department of Revenue is that most of the glitches have been fixed, but they should not have been there in the first place. Someone should have tested and retested the function of the site to make sure every part of the process worked — just as someone should have been responsible for making sure the rollout of HealthCare.gov was flawless. Part of the responsibility of managing a multi-billion dollar fund should be to provide top-notch IT infrastructure to the people of the state whose resources are being exploited for the benefit of the nation. Glitches do not inspire confidence. We hope that the states spends the time and money necessary next year to make sure the website is safe, secure and functioning for all Alaskans.

Quotable “Ultimately, the Fed sort of had no choice but to reduce purchases at this meeting. If they had paused, they risked sending a signal to markets that they lacked conviction.” — Dan Greenhaus, chief strategist at BTIG brokerage, after the Federal Reserve pushed ahead with a plan to shrink its bond-buying program. “I’m not thinking about a grade right now, I’m thinking about getting people out of their cars.” — Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed when asked about the city’s response to a rare winter storm.

Letters to the Editor Legislator’s comments not appropriate In the coming weeks the Board of Fisheries will be hearing testimonies on over a hundred proposals addressing how the Upper Cook Inlet fisheries should be managed. Sport, commercial and personal use interests will be presenting and testifying as to what they think is best for their interests and the fisheries as a whole. Into this discussion steps a legislator who feels that he can threaten the Board to support his district’s proposals by possibly withholding funds since he sits on the finance budget subcommittee for Fish and Game. Sen. Mike Dunleavy also has stated the he feels that when it comes to these proposals legislators should be treated differently than all other stake holders and be allowed to have additional time after the session to make proposals to the Board. Is this right? Are his comments ethical or are his threats an abuse of power? Should politics have any role in these discussions? The board should weigh all issues and decide what is best for all users and the salmon. Lastly all the drainages that enter into Cook Inlet should be studied and a policy should be enacted that protects these areas from invasive species, habitat degradation and overfishing. David Lewis Homer

Roosevelt said it best I often think I should have lived during my grandfather’s generation. He was in his early 40s during the Great Depression. He seemed to understand the importance of future generations. What a difference from today where money is key component of people’s desire. Today, most love money and most of my grandfathers generation loved the future. I believe President Roosevelt was a reflection of my grandfather’s generation. I recently read FDR’s first inaugural address.

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He understood money creation through credit and the underlying cause of the economic turmoil the nation was facing in the 1930s. I quote from his speech: “Practices of the unscrupulous money changers stand indicted in the court of public opinion, rejected by the hearts and minds of men. True they have tried, but their efforts have been cast in the pattern of an outworn tradition. Faced by failure of credit they have proposed only the lending of more money. Stripped of the lure of profit by which to induce our people to follow their false leadership, they have resorted to exhortations, pleading tearfully for restored confidence. They know only the rules of a generation of self-seekers. They have no vision, and when there is no vision the people perish. The money changers have fled from their high seats in the temple of our civilization. We may now restore that temple to the ancient truths. The measure of the restoration lies in the extent to which we apply social values more noble than mere monetary profit. Happiness lies not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort. ” President Roosevelt understood the failings of speculative investment banking. He pushed through the Glass-Steagall Act and created credit, through government, to build infrastructure. Today, people are blind, lost in “the rules of a generation of self seekers.” Washington DC will not change. There is a lot of money to be made (for some) in this current failed economic system. It is my hope that Alaskans are different. That we reflect the thoughts of my grandfather’s generation. “Happiness lies not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort.” Alaska can close down the money changers of Wall Street and establish credit as spoken of by President Roosevelt. Just establish a public Bank of Alaska and create credit to expand the productivity of all Alaskans. Or perhaps we reflect the thinking of Wall Street gamblers and our federal politicians. Roosevelt said it best: “They have no vision, and when there is no vision the people perish.” Ray Southwell Nikiski

Solution needed to restore king runs I have been a Kenai Peninsula resident for over ten years and have sport fished in Alaska for nearly 60 years. I was a member of the Kenai-Soldotna Department of Fish and Game Advisory Committee for 10 years and chairman in 2012. I accepted this assignment in hopes of working towards a fisheries management plan that would protect all species for all user groups; for a fair and reasonable plan that provides a proper balance for sport, subsistence, personal use, Native and commercial fishing so that the Upper Cook Inlet fishery remains sustainable and produces enough fish for all users. At least that was my goal. King salmon populations are all but gone on the Kenai Peninsula. In my opinion, commercial fishermen have been allowed to way overfish king salmon. It will probably take years to restore the king population to “normal” levels; some say it may take as long as ten years to bring them back in healthy numbers. It’s clear we need realistic restrictions upon sport, personal-use and commercial set net fisheries so that all user groups share in the burden of conservation equitably in times of scarcity. Commercial set net fishermen must share in the conservation of Kenai kings. Once bait and/or harvest restrictions occur in the sport fishery, commercial fishermen must be restricted to regular harvest periods only. We are years past due doing anything to protect this sad decline. Now, we are managing in a crisis mode. I am completely empathetic with all sides of this issue. Understandably, with so much passion from all quarters of the issue, no one wants to give an inch when it comes to their livelihood. But the pocketbook should not trump responsible conservation; hence, our situation today. At current species depletion rates, king salmon sport fishing guides and commercial set net fishermen may need to be looking for career changes. Bill Tappan Soldotna

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Alaska Study: Ice Age goats existed on Baranof SITKA (AP) — Data collected by Alaska wildlife biologists reveals that Baranof Island had an unknown native mountain goat population dating back to the Ice Age. DNA samples taken while tracking the elusive goats shows there had been a population of goats more closely related to an Ice Age goat population that once inhabited the Haines area than the 18 goats that were transplanted onto Baranof from Tracey Arm in 1923, KCAW reported. Southeast Alaska was covered in hundreds of feet of glacial ice 10,000 years ago, except for a few isolated pockets called “refugia.” Admiralty, Baranof and Chichagof islands were once such refugias. The transplanted goats bred with an unknown goat population that was already on the island. “They were only expecting to find the Tracy Arm DNA in there,” Phil Mooney, Sitka’s wildlife management biologist told the Sitka radio station. “And lo and behold there was other DNA in there that comes from a relic.” The ABC islands, as the three islands are known, have been the center of recent studies into their bear population as well. ABC brown bears are more closely related DNAwise to polar bears than to

mainland brown bears. Researchers believe this is due to the islands’ isolation during the Ice Age. Baranof Island was swarming with prospectors and miners in the late 1800s and 1900s looking for gold and silver. None of them reported seeing mountain goats, Mooney said. The desire for more big game hunting options by residents led the territorial government to relocate goats from Tracey Arm onto the island in 1923 in order to start up a local population, he said. To protect the transplanted population from overhunting, wildlife biologists have been studying the goats using aerial surveys, GPS tagging, and tissue samples — which Mooney described as “a piece of flesh the size of a pencil eraser.” Part of the state’s efforts in monitoring Baranof’s goat population is to avoid what has taken place at Yakutat, Mooney said. There, the goat population has declined to such a degree that the area has been closed to hunters for 15 years. Mooney and other biologists are focused on protecting the nannies. He says it is the reason why there are goat hunting zones and why the shooting of a single nanny will close a zone to hunting.

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gentina.” Still, Shell’s Arctic misadventures stand out. After purchasing licenses for $2.1 billion in the Chukchi sea off Alaska’s coast in 2008, Shell began preliminary drilling in the summer of 2012. But it was unable to get far after difficulties deploying an oil containment system it had on standby in the event of a spill. Then was forced to retreat because of approaching winter ice. Then one of its rigs was damaged while being transported on Dec. 31, 2012, and no drilling took place in 2013. CFO Simon Henry said Thursday Shell wrote around $1 billion off the value of its

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Last month, Shell said it was scrapping a $20 billion dollar project to develop an onshore natural gas-to-diesel facility in Louisiana. Van Beurden’s predecessor, Peter Voser, spent billions building up the company’s portfolio of U.S. shale properties to $26 billion, only to write $2 billion off their value last summer. “Yes, we went into North America in a big way. You could argue that we went a little bit too far too soon. But we are where we are,” Van Beurden said. He described the North American shale market as “a different game, a very efficient market, and the sort of pressures you have there are therefore fundamentally different from what you would have in places like Russia, Ar-

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tors. Sen. Lisa Murkowski is scheduled to address a joint session of the state House and Senate on Feb. 19. Sen. Mark Begich is scheduled to speak March 3. Lake drains from behind Valdez avalanches Members of the delegation traditionally address lawmakers, ANCHORAGE — Alaska highway officials say water con- bringing them up to date on goings-on in Washington or sometinues to recede from behind an avalanche that blocked road times pressing them for action on some issues. access to Valdez. The chief justice of the Alaska Supreme Court is scheduled The avalanche Jan. 24 dammed the Lowe River at Keystone to deliver the State of the Judiciary address on Feb. 12. Canyon and created a lake 2,500 feet long. Northern region maintenance engineer Jason Sakalaskas Committee to take comments on crime bill says water has mostly returned to the river. The road remains blocked by snow stretching from wall to JUNEAU — The Senate Judiciary Committee plans to take wall in the canyon 12 miles from Valdez. comments on an omnibus crime bill today. The snow is 40 to 50 feet deep and up to 1,500 feet long. Committee chair John Coghill says the thrust of the bill is A helicopter dropped explosives Thursday to bring down to reduce the state’s rapidly growing prison population while loose snow. setting into play cost-saving measures. Crews are working to clear ice left by the dammed water. The recently opened Goose Creek prison cost the state $250 Sakalaskas says a next step will be verifying that there’s no million. other impounded water so crews can remove snow safely from If the state’s inmate population continues to grow at its both sides of the avalanche. present rate, it is projected to surpass housing capacity after 2017. The sweeping bill attacks the issue on many fronts from Thieves steal $1,000 in raising the monetary threshold for a crime to be deemed a chewing tobacco from shop felony, electronic monitoring, new rules for probation ofFAIRBANKS — Fairbanks police say two men stole $1,000 ficers and a fund giving assistance to newly released inmates. worth of chewing tobacco after breaking into a shop. The bill also calls for an analysis on what a new criminal law The Fairbanks Daily News-Miner says the men were captured on video breaking into The Smoke Shop sometime be- would cost in 10 years. tween late Monday night and early Tuesday morning. Police say the burglars stole 40 rolls of chewing tobacco and Soldiers return from Afghanistan several class marijuana pipes. JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON — About Lt. Dan Welborn says the men broke the store’s glass window to get in. He says one of the burglars crawled 120 soldiers are scheduled to return home to Alaska from Afthrough a hole in the glass and opened the door for the ghanistan. U.S. Army Alaska officials say in a release that the Muleother. Police are not saying when the video was taken, citing the skinners from the 109th Transportation Co. will be reunited ongoing investigation. The break-in was reported Tuesday with family on Thursday. The soldiers deployed last June, and have provided transpormorning. Wellborn says the tobacco was valued at $1,000. He says the tation and convoy security for the U.S. military and Afghanistan forces. pipes were valued at about $120. Soldiers will meet up with their family members in the Buckner Physical Fitness Center at Joint Base ElmendorfMurkowski, Begich to address lawmakers Richardson in Anchorage. — The Associated Press JUNEAU — The dates have been scheduled for the annual addresses to the state Legislature by Alaska’s two U.S. sena-

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Alaskan business in 2013. “The group’s exploration near the North Pole cost billions of dollars and generated reams of negative press — yet not a single drop of oil has been pumped” said Garry White, Chief Investment Correspondent at British brokerage Charles Stanley. “Like the mining sector, capital discipline has been lacking at the major oil groups and there is pressure from shareholders to cut back investment to improve cash flows,” he said. “Shell ap-

pears to be listening.” Van Beurden said Shell will cut spending by $9 billion this year and is targeting $15 billion in asset sales. Investors generally cheered the company’s plans, and shares were up 2 percent at 26.27 euros in early Amsterdam trading. Van Beurden’s strategy “is pretty much what we believe the market wanted to hear,” said Investec analyst Neill Morton in a note. But Morton predicted further

writedowns of Shell’s North American shale assets. Shell’s reported fourth quarter net profit of $1.78 billion (130 billion euros), down 74 percent on the $6.73 billion reported a year earlier. The big fall was due to higher produc-

tion costs, lower production, and worse refining margins. The swing was also exaggerated by one-off items during the two periods. Production was down 5 percent to 3.25 million barrels per day.

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Around the World Federal prosecutors will seek death penalty against Boston Marathon bombing suspect BOSTON — Federal prosecutors Thursday announced they will seek the death penalty against 20-year-old Dzhokhar Tsarnaev in the Boston Marathon bombing, accusing him of betraying his adopted country by ruthlessly carrying out a terrorist attack calculated to cause maximum carnage. U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder’s decision to press for Tsarnaev’s execution was widely expected. The twin blasts last April killed three people and wounded more than 260, and over half the 30 federal charges against Tsarnaev — including using a weapon of mass destruction to kill — carry a possible death sentence. “The nature of the conduct at issue and the resultant harm compel this decision,” Holder said in a statement of just two terse and dispassionate sentences that instantly raised the stakes in one of the most wrenching criminal cases Boston has ever seen. Tsarnaev has pleaded not guilty. No trial date has been set. In a notice of intent filed in court, federal prosecutors in Boston listed factors they contend justify a sentence of death against Tsarnaev, who moved to the U.S. from Russia about a decade ago.

Immigration overhaul: Republican lawmakers wrestle with each other over changes CAMBRIDGE, Md. — House Republicans wrestled with the outlines of immigration legislation on Thursday, sharply divided over both the contentious issue and the political wisdom of acting on it in an election year. At a two-day retreat on the frozen banks of the Choptank River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Speaker John Boehner said he and other House leaders wanted to gather reaction from their rank and file to leadership-drafted principles that already have provoked a backlash from some conservatives. The most divisive of the points is a proposed pathway to legal status for millions of adults who live in the U.S. unlawfully and would be required to pay back taxes as well as fines to come out of the legal shadows. The principles also include steps to increase security at the nation’s borders and workplaces. As contentious as it is, the proposal for legal status falls short of full citizenship, which was included in a bipartisan measure that cleared the Senate last year with the support of President Barack Obama.

Justin Bieber vs. Toronto Mayor Rob Ford: Canada’s favorite bad boys? TORONTO — Pop star Justin Bieber is giving Toronto Mayor Rob Ford a brief respite as Canada’s favorite bad boy and butt of all jokes. Ford has admitted smoking crack while in a drunken stupor and is being sued for supposedly orchestrating the jailhouse beating of his sister’s ex-boyfriend. The 19-year-old teen idol is facing the equivalent of a misdemeanor assault charge. — The Associated Press

Nation Expanding clemency use WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department on Thursday asked lawyers around the country to help some drug prisoners prepare petitions for clemency, a dramatic expansion of President Barack Obama’s action last month commuting the sentences of eight people he said were serving unduly harsh drug sentences. The speech by the secondranking official at the Justice Department, Deputy Attorney General James Cole, came as the Senate Judiciary Committee voted in favor of substantial changes to drug laws that could reduce the nation’s prison population and bring exploding costs under control. Cole’s remarks — in which he urged passage of the drug legislation — were a strong signal that the Obama administration intends to press forward with substantial changes in drug policy — an issue that some Republicans are willing to join in an effort to reduce the massive costs of the nation’s prison system. In an address to the New York State Bar Association, Cole said there are low-level, nonviolent drug offenders who remain in prison, and who would likely have received a substantially lesser sentence if convicted of the same crimes today. “This is not fair, and it harms our criminal justice system,” Cole said. “To help correct this, we need to identify these individuals and get well-prepared petitions into the Department of Justice.” The department is trying to identify prisoners in similar circumstances to the eight granted clemency last year so it can recommend them to Obama for clemency, he said. Of the eight inmates whose sentences Obama commuted in December, all were sentenced under old federal guidelines that treated convictions for crack cocaine offenses more harshly than those involving the powder form of the drug. The federal Bureau of Pris-

‘Take a look at where we are today. We have 500 percent more inmates than we did 30 years ago. Federal prisons are 40 percent over capacity.’ — Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill. ons will begin advising inmates of the opportunity to apply for sentence commutations, Cole said. Cole said the government is looking to bar associations around the country to help potential clemency candidates. He told the lawyers that “you each can play a critical role in this process by providing a qualified petitioner — one who has a clean record in prison, does not present a threat to public safety and who is facing a life or near-life sentence that is excessive under current law — with the opportunity to get a fresh start.” Cole said “organizations like yours can help by recruiting interested and skilled lawyers and training them to assist qualified inmates with these petitions.” Cole added that the Justice Department’s pardon attorney’s office can provide guidance to the defense lawyers regarding the clemency process and the standards for considering petitions. A member of Cole’s staff is to serve as the point of contact. Depending on clemency standards that Cole didn’t specify, the action could impact dozens, hundreds or thousands of prisoners. The legislation that cleared the Senate committee could affect about 8,800 imprisoned crack offenders who were sentenced before the Fair Sentencing Act became law in 2010. That act reduced penalties to lessen the disparity between crack and powder cocaine offenses. In the past two years, courts applied a retroactive reduction to sentences for crack that re-

sulted in about 60 percent of offenders who asked for reductions getting them, according to a U.S. Sentencing Commission report. On the legislative front, liberal Democrats joined by tea party Republicans have pushed hard for sentencing changes, particularly for drug offenders who make up about half of the nation’s more than 218,000 federal inmates. The Judiciary Committee

voted 13-5 to advance a measure that would cut the length of many nonviolent drug sentences by as much as half. It would also give judges more discretion by expanding a safety valve provision already on the books that allows a limited number of nonviolent drug offenders to avoid mandatory sentences. The new law would give judges the ability to use the safety valve in all cases involving nonviolent drug offenders if certain conditions are met. “Take a look at where we are today,” said Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill. “We have 500 percent more inmates than we did 30 years ago. Federal prisons are 40 percent over capacity.” Durbin and Sen. Mike Lee, RUtah, introduced the legislation, which is called the Smarter Sentencing Act.

Navy admiral is choice to take reins of NSA WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is announcing that the head of the Navy’s Cyber Command has been chosen to be the next chief of the troubled National Security Agency. Vice Adm. Mike Rogers, also a former intelligence director for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is being nominated to replace Army Gen. Keith Alexander. AP Photo.U.S. Navy The NSA has been rocked by former analyst Edward This Oct. 5, 2011, photo, Snowden’s disclosures of its shows Vice Adm. Michael secret surveillance programs Rogers. Defense Secretary that collect phone and Inter- Chuck Hagel is announcing net data around the world and that Rogers, the head of the now faces enormous pressure Navy’s Cyber Command, has been chosen to be the to change its ways. Rogers has long been con- next chief of the troubled sidered the heir apparent for National Security Agency. the job, which includes taking command of U.S. Cyber Command, which like the NSA is based at Fort Meade, Md. Alexander is planning to retire in mid-March.

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Amanda Knox’s murder conviction upheld on appeal By COLLEEN BARRY Associated Press

FLORENCE, Italy — An appeals court in Florence on Thursday upheld the guilty verdict against U.S. student Amanda Knox and her ex-boyfriend for the 2007 murder of her British roommate. Knox was sentenced to 28 1/2 years in prison, raising the specter of a long legal battle over her extradition if the conviction is confirmed. Lawyers for Knox and her co-defendant, Raphael Sollecito, vowed to appeal to Italy’s highest court, a process that will take at least another year and drag out a legal saga that has divided court watchers in three nations. In a statement from Seattle, where she had awaited the verdict at her mother’s home, Knox said she was “frightened and saddened” by the decision. She said it was “unjust” and the result of an overzealous prosecution and narrow-minded investigation that worked to “pervert the court of justice.” “This has gotten out of hand,” she said. “Having been found innocent before, I expected better from the Italian justice system.” After nearly 12 hours of deliberations, the court reinstated the guilty verdicts first handed down against Knox and Sollecito in 2009 for the death of Meredith Kercher. Those ver-

dicts had been overturned in 2011 and the pair freed from prison, but Italy’s supreme court vacated that decision and sent the case back for a third trial in Florence. Kercher, 21, was found dead Nov. 2, 2007 in a pool of blood in the bedroom of the apartment she and Knox shared in the central Italian city of Perugia, where both were studying. Her throat had been slashed and she was sexually assaulted. Knox and Sollecito, who had just started dating a few days earlier, were arrested within the week. A third defendant, Rudy Guede of Ivory Coast, was convicted in a separate trial and is serving a 16-year sentence for the murder. Knox and Sollecito maintained they were at Sollecito’s apartment the night of the murder, smoking marijuana, watching a movie and making love. A statement from Knox after the ruling appeared less aimed at persuading Italy’s highest court to find her innocent in the upcoming appeal than at rallying supporters in the U.S. to resist a possible extradition request if the conviction is upheld. Experts have said it’s unlikely that Italy would request Knox’s extradition before the verdict is final. If the conviction is upheld, a lengthy extradition process would likely ensue with the U.S. State Department

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Raffaele Sollecito, left, and his father Francesco leave after attending the final hearing before the third court verdict for the murder of British student Meredith Kercher, in Florence, Italy, Jan. 30.

ultimately deciding whether to turn Knox back over to Italian authorities to finish serving her sentence. Mary Fan, a former federal prosecutor who teaches at the University of Washington Law School in Seattle, said any decision by the State Department is “a matter of both law and politics.” “The U.S. courts don’t sit in judgment of another nation’s legal system,” Fan said. Nevertheless, “Many Americans are quite astonished buy the ups and downs in this case, and it’s the U.S. that will ultimately be making the call about whether to extradite.”

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, a Democrat from Knox’s home state of Washington, said she was “very concerned and disappointed” by the verdict and was confident the appeal would re-examine the decision. “It is very troubling that Amanda and her family have had to endure this process for so many years,” she said in a statement. “I will continue to closely monitor this case as it moves forward through the Italian legal system.” Knox’s attorney, Carlo Dalla Vedova, said he had called Knox by telephone and informed her that the Florence court had not only confirmed the guilty

verdict, but had increased the sentence from the original 26 years. “She was petrified. Silent,” he said. Sollecito was in court Thursday morning, but didn’t return for the verdict. Sollecito’s lawyers said they were stunned by the conviction and Sollecito’s 25-year sentence and would appeal. “There isn’t a shred of proof,” attorney Luca Maori said. Attorney Giulia Bongiorno said she had thought the appeals trial had gone in her client’s favor. “I don’t think there can be a written ruling that justifies this verdict,” she said. Presiding Judge Alessando Nencini ordered Sollecito’s passport revoked but made no requests for Knox’s movements to be limited, saying she was “justifiably abroad.” Kercher’s brother and sister were in the courtroom for the verdict, and said the outcome was the best they could have hoped for. “It’s hard to feel anything at the moment because we know it will go to a further appeal,” said her brother, Lyle Kercher. Asked if he was satisfied, he said: “No matter what the verdict was, it never was going to be a case of celebrating anything.” In his closing arguments, Knox’s lawyer, Dalla Vedova, had told the court he was “se-

rene” about the verdict because he believes the only conclusion from the files is “the innocence of Amanda Knox.” “It is not possible to convict a person because it is probable that she is guilty,” Dalla Vedova said. “The penal code does not foresee probability. It foresees certainty.” Dalla Vedova evoked Dante, noting that the Florentine writer reserved the lower circle of hell for those who betrayed trust, as he asserted that police had done to Knox when they held her overnight for questioning without legal representation and without advising her that she was a suspect. Knox had returned to Seattle after spending four years in jail before being acquitted in 2011. In an email to this court, Knox wrote that she feared a wrongful conviction. The first trial court found Knox and Sollecito guilty of murder and sexual assault based on DNA evidence, confused alibis and Knox’s false accusation against Patrick Lumumba, a Congolese bar owner, which resulted in a slander verdict that has been upheld on final appeal. A Perugia appeals court dismantled the guilty verdict two years later, criticizing the “building blocks” of the conviction, including DNA evidence now deemed unreliable by new experts, and the lack of motive.

Job training must reflect changing economy

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WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) — Stressing the importance of having job-training programs that work, President Barack Obama on Thursday ordered a “soup to nuts” review of federal workforce training initiatives and pledged to copy the most successful ones. Emphasizing themes from his State of the Union address, Obama cast improved job training as central to his efforts to make it easier for people to move up into and stay in the middle class. At a General Electric engine factory near Milwaukee, he signed a presidential memo directing Vice

President Joe Biden to lead the review, and to work with cities, businesses and labor leaders to better match training to employer needs. “Not all of today’s good jobs need a four-year degree. But the ones that don’t need a college degree do need some specialized training,” Obama said. Obama said he wants a “soup to nuts” review because not all federal job-training programs do what they’re supposed to. He said he wants to move the government away from a “train and pray” approach to job training, where “you train workers first, and then you hope they

get a job.” The findings from the review will be applied later in the year to a competition to award $500 million in existing funds to design programs that pair community colleges with industry. Obama called on Congress to be more reliable in funding proven programs, while vowing not to let congressional inaction stand in the way. “There are a lot of folks who do not have time to wait for Congress,” Obama said. “They need to learn new skills right now to get a new job right now.” House Republicans pushed

back in a letter from Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and other GOP leaders to Obama on Thursday, arguing that Biden’s review was duplicative because the Government Accountability Office identified redundancies in a comprehensive review it completed in 2011. They urged Obama to press the Democratic-led Senate to vote on a House-passed bill to consolidate programs and link training to available jobs. White House press secretary Jay Carney couldn’t explain how Biden’s review would be different from the GAO’s, but he said that whenever Biden “is

put in charge of an effort like this, it gets done, and it will be effective.” While in Wisconsin, Obama also announced he’s secured commitments from major U.S. companies to support efforts to increase hiring for the longterm unemployed, a lingering problem as the U.S. economy gradually recovers from recession. Obama told CNN that Walmart, Apple and Ford are

among the companies participating in a White House event Friday to outline the partnership. Before returning to the White House, Obama was stopping in Tennessee to speak at Nashville’s McGavock Comprehensive High School. He was expected to address the fatal off-campus shooting earlier this week of a 15-year-old student by a 17-year-old classmate.

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World

U.S. says Syria stalling on chemical arms deal By RYAN LUCAS Associated Press

BEIRUT — The United States accused the Syrian government Thursday of using stalling tactics to delay efforts to remove and destroy chemical agents, an indication that the international community’s patience is wearing thin over the slow pace of the operation. The comments, delivered by the U.S. representative to the international chemical weapons watchdog, marked some of the strongest public criticism of Syria’s commitment to relinquish its chemical stockpile. Syria agreed to surrender its arsenal after a deadly chemical attack in August on a rebel-held suburb of Damascus raised the threat of punitive U.S. missile strikes. President Barack Obama has touted the agreement as a victory and a major policy achievement for his administration on Syria’s intractable civil war. The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons is leading the mission to eliminate Syria’s 1,300-metric ton stockpile by a June 30 deadline. Under the OPCW’s tight timeline, the most toxic chemi-

cals in Syria’s arsenal were to have been removed from the country by Dec. 31, but that deadline was missed due to poor security amid Syria’s raging civil war as well as other factors. So far, just two small consignments of chemicals have been shipped out. “The effort to remove chemical agent and key precursor chemicals from Syria has seriously languished and stalled,” Robert Mikulak told the OPCW’s 41-nation executive council in a closed-door meeting. His remarks were later posted on the State Department’s website. Mikulak, who is the U.S. representative to the OPCW, acknowledged that the timeline for the removal of Syria’s most dangerous chemicals was ambitious, but he expressed frustration that a month after the deadline “only 4 percent” of the chemicals has been removed “and the Syrian government will not commit to a specific schedule for removal.” He called on Damascus to comply with the U.N. resolution for Syria to relinquish its chemical stockpile. According to the OPCW timeline, all but 100 tons of chemicals are to be removed by Feb. 5 — a deadline that surely

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In this citizen journalism image made from video filmed shortly after Jan. 22, and which has been authenticated based on its contents and other AP reporting, 14-month-old Ghina Khalil stands on a street after rescued from rubble in Aleppo, Syria. The toddler was pulled out after men pulled aside rocks, concrete rubble and dust to free her, caught under a smashed building, bombed by the government forces in the area of Masaraniyeh in Aleppo on Wednesday.

will not be met. Mikulak said Damascus has cited security concerns for the delay in transporting the chemicals to the port city of Latakia for destruction abroad. But he dismissed Syria’s insistence on receiving additional security equipment, such as armored jackets for shipping containers and high-tech electronics, to secure the convoys, saying the demands were “without merit.”

“Syria’s requests for equipment and open-ended delaying of the removal operation could ultimately jeopardize the carefully timed and coordinated multi-state removal and destruction effort,” he added. “For our part, the international community is ready to go.” An American ship, the MV Cape Ray, is on its way to the Mediterranean Sea to pick up the most toxic chemicals in Syria’s stockpile, including

mustard gas and raw materials for making sarin nerve agent. The Cape Ray is equipped with two machines that will render the chemicals them inert. Danish and Norwegian cargo ships are picking up the chemicals from Latakia and will transfer them to the Cape Ray in the Italian port of Gioia Tauro. “There should be no doubt that responsibility for the lack of progress and increasing costs rests solely with Syria,” Mikulak said. The Syrian government had no immediate comment. The mission to rid Syria of its chemical arsenal is one layer in the country’s exceedingly complex and bloody civil war. The conflict, which began in March 2011 as largely peaceful protests before shifting into an armed insurgency, has killed more than 130,000 people, forced 2.3 million to seek refuge abroad and unleashed a devastating humanitarian crisis at home and across the region. On Thursday, the United Nations delivered hundreds of relief parcels to a besieged rebelheld Palestinian neighborhood in the Syrian capital that has suffered from crippling shortages of food and medicine for months.

The Yarmouk camp, located on the southern edge of Damascus, is one of the hardest-hit of a number of opposition enclaves under tight blockades imposed by pro-government forces. Activists said Wednesday that at least 85 people had died in Yarmouk since mid-2013 as a result of starvation and illnesses exacerbated by hunger or lack of medical aid. Chris Gunness, a spokesman for the U.N.’s UNRWA agency that supports Palestinian refugees, said a convoy carrying 900 food parcels entered Yarmouk on Thursday morning. He added that despite “chaotic scenes,” by noon 720 parcels had been distributed. “We are encouraged by the delivery of this aid and the cooperation of the parties on the ground,” Gunness said, adding that 18,000 Palestinians, including women and children, were in need of assistance. Anwar Raja, a Palestinian official in Syria, said a number of elderly people also were to be evacuated from Yarmouk. In the nearby suburb of Daraya, meanwhile, Syrian army helicopters dropped barrels packed with explosives and fuel, killing at least 11 people, the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.

Scarlett Johansson, international charity Oxfam part ways over politics KARIN LAUB Associated Press

JERUSALEM — Scarlett Johansson has parted ways with the international charity Oxfam because of a dispute over her work for SodaStream, a company operating in a West Bank settlement that features the Hollywood star in an ad that will air during the Super Bowl. Johansson became the latest casualty of a widening campaign to boycott the settlements, drawing attention to a larger debate about whether Israel will become an international pariah, at a steep economic price, if it fails to reach a peace deal with the Palestinians. Israeli Finance Minister Yair Lapid stoked such fears this week, warning that if ne-

gotiations break down “and we enter a reality of a European boycott, even a very partial one, Israel’s economy will retreat backward and every Israeli citizen will feel it straight in the pocket.” His comments reflected a growing sense in Israel that the coming weeks will be decisive for the country’s future. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is formulating ideas for an Israeli-Palestinian framework agreement and is expected to present them next month. Israeli and Palestinian leaders have balked at some of his expected proposals and, if sticking to their positions, could derail what is widely seen as a last chance for ending a longfestering conflict. Meanwhile, European of-

ficials have warned that Israel could face deepening economic isolation if it presses forward with the construction of settlements in the West Bank and east Jerusalem, war-won lands the Palestinians want for their state.The fate of dozens of settlements, home to 550,000 Israelis, is a key sticking point in the talks. Johansson, 29, stepped into that controversy this month when she agreed to become a global brand ambassador for SodaStream, a Tel Aviv-based company that makes home soda machines and has its main plant in an Israeli industrial park next to the West Bank settlement of Maaleh Adumim. The actress, nominated four times for a Golden Globe, is to appear in a SodaStream ad dur-

ing the Super Bowl on Sunday. Her decision riled Oxfam International, a humanitarian aid organization for which she had served as global ambassador for eight years, helping raise donations for victims of natural disasters in Indonesia and the Philippines, among other causes. On Wednesday, Johansson said in a statement that she was stepping down from that role, citing a “fundamental difference of opinion” with Oxfam. The actress, whose movies over the past two years include “The Avengers” and “Her,” said she supports economic cooperation between “a democratic Israel and Palestine.” Oxfam accepted her resignation Thursday. The organization said it believes SodaStream and other businesses operating in

West Bank settlements contribute to the “denial of rights of the Palestinian communities that we work to support.” The charity said it opposes all trade with Israeli settlements, deemed illegal by most of the international community.

Johansson was one of 17 celebrity ambassadors for Oxfam. Others who are continuing in that role include the band Coldplay, pop singer Annie Lennox and U.S. actress Kristin Davis of “Sex and the City” fame, the organization said.

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Egypt arrests 11 Islamists for Facebook activity By MAGGIE MICHAEL Associated Press

CAIRO — Egyptian authorities arrested 11 Muslim Brotherhood members accused of running Facebook pages that incite violence against the police, expanding a crackdown on followers of ousted Islamist President Mohammed Morsi to include social media. The arrests Wednesday and Thursday are a sign that after largely crippling the group in a wave of arrests and killings of protesters, security agencies are going after younger members using the Internet to keep protests alive — and looking for evidence of links to a growing insurgency and violent backlash. Bombings and drive-by shootings targeting police officers have accelerated in retaliation for the killings and jailing of Brotherhood members and other Islamists. The attacks have been claimed by an al-Qaida-inspired militant group, but the government accuses Morsi’s Brotherhood of orchestrating the violence and has branded it a terrorist group — an accusation the group denies. The police online pursuit raises concerns that the fear of attacks could be used as a pretext for imposing heavier restrictions on the freedom of the Internet, a major outlet for expression after the militarybacked interim government extended the crackdown to silence other forms of dissent, with the arrests of leading secular activists. According to the privateowned Al-Shorouk newspaper, the government is preparing a new anti-terrorism law that criminalizes websites that promote “ideas or beliefs calling for use of force or violence.” The bill, drafted by the Justice Ministry, called for penalties of no less than five years in prison for those creating such sites. Earlier this month, leading liberal and former lawmaker Amr Hamzawi was referred to trial over charges of insulting a judge because of a Twitter post-

ing criticizing a ruling. Meanwhile, under the crackdown, social media have become one of the Brotherhood’s main ways of communication, spreading calls for non-stop protests demanding Morsi reinstatement and posting pictures of blooded faces of slain protesters while calling for revenge. Authorities say that after police crushed two pro-Morsi protest camps in August, Brotherhood-linked pages were filled with names, pictures and personal details about police officers they accuse of involvement in the assault. The day witnessed one of Egypt’s worst bloodbaths, with hundreds killed. The new arrests were in connection to a number of Brotherhood-linked pages. The Interior Ministry said Thursday the detainees were accused of using the pages to “incite violence, target citizens, make bombs and carry threatening messages.” It said some were arrested for sharing postings from other pages called the Free Islamic Army. Among those detained was a teacher from the Nile Delta city of Damanhour, who allegedly posted on his Facebook page a “statement inciting the burning of police vehicles,” the ministry said. Two others, a government employee and his son, were arrested for running a page called “Revolutionaries of Beni Suef,” a southern province. The page, set up on Jan. 21, has around 500 followers. One of its postings shows three pictures of an army officer with his children. A caption with the post identifies him as

part of the “el-Sissi militia.” “I say to all el-Sissi dogs everywhere, you are under the microscope,” it read. Six others were detained in Damanhour for running Facebook page called “Damanhour Ghosts.” The page mostly carries criticism of the military and government and calls for the freeing of detainees — though one picture shows the country’s top leaders, including el-Sissi, in prison uniforms with nooses dangling above them. Others were arrested in connection to a page called “AntiCoup Hooligans Brigade,” launched in October, which includes pictures of policemen the page accuses of killing protesters, warning, “vengeance is coming” and pictures of youth throwing firebombs and in-

structions. Suicide bombings, attacks and drive-by shootings by militants have targeted senior police officers, including Lt. Col. Mohammed Mabrouk, whom authorities said was involved in investigating Brotherhood leaders and was killed in November. Small bombs go off or are found planted near police stations regularly. Social media and Facebook in particular were main platforms for organizing the country’s 2011 uprising that led to the ouster of longtime president Hosni Mubarak. Since then, fiercely anti-police pages have arisen during years of turmoil by youth of various stripes, including riotous soccer fans who often clash with police. During Morsi’s one-year

presidency, there were several arrests linked to postings seen as blasphemous or offensive to Islam. Coptic Christian Alber Saber sentenced to three years in prison in 2012 after neighbors complained he posted an anti-Islam film on his Facebook page. In 2012, leading blogger and activist Alaa Abdel-Fattah was detained after a user posted a message on his Twitter account about anti-Morsi protests outside the Brotherhood’s Cairo headquarters. Authorities also expanded their anti-Brotherhood crackdown to go after the Qatarbased Al-Jazeera TV news network, which they have long accused of bias in favor of the group. The network denies any bias.

On Wednesday, 20 AlJazeera journalists were ordered put on trial on charges of aiding or joining a terrorist group and endangering national security. After the indictment, U.S. State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki said Washington was “deeply concerned” about the lack of freedoms in Egypt and the country’s “egregious disregard for the protection of basic rights and freedoms.” Egypt’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Badr Abdelattie, rejected the U.S. criticism, insisting that the judicial system ensures fair trials and the government does not interfere in its work. No date has been set for the trial and the full lists of charges and defendants have not been released.

Ukraine leader’s sick leave prompts concern By JIM HEINTZ and MARIA DANILOVA Associated Press

KIEV, Ukraine — Amid the deepest turmoil since the Orange Revolution, President Viktor Yanukovych’s announcement Thursday that he was taking indefinite sick leave prompted a guessing game among Ukrainians about what was happening to their country. Debate raged on whether he was just sick or whether he was leaving the limelight in preparation for something, possibly either cracking down or stepping down. Yanukovych has faced two months of major protests that sometimes paralyze central Kiev and have spread to other cities. The protests started after he backed out of a long-awaited agreement to deepen ties with the European Union in favor of Russia, but quickly came to en-

compass a wide array of discontent over corruption, heavy-handed police and dubious courts. The official line is that the 63-year-old Yanukovych has an acute respiratory illness and a high fever. But the opposition isn’t buying it. Some say he is looking for an excuse to avoid further discussions with opposition leaders, which have done nothing to resolve the tensions. Vitali Klitschko, a leading opposition figure, has a more ominous theory — the president could be pretending to take himself out of action in preparation for imposing a state of emergency. That has been a persistent worry of the opposition since violent clashes two weeks ago killed three protesters. “I remember from the Soviet Union it’s a bad sign — a bad sign because always if some Soviet Union leaders have to make an unpopular decision, they go to

the hospital,” Klitschko said. Yanukovych’s press office says the president is still in charge of the country, but there was no indication of how long he might be on leave or how much work he would be able to do. He isn’t known to have serious health problems, although his office says he has taken sick leave twice before — once for a knee problem and the other time also for a respiratory illness. One political commentator suggested the announcement could be a ruse to take him out of power, as in the attempted coup against Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in 1991. “I don’t remember official statements on Viktor Yanukovych’s colds. But I remember well, when on Aug. 19, 1991, the vice president of the USSR, Gennady Yanayev, announced the serious illness of Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev,” Vitaly Portnikov wrote on his Facebook page.

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Religion

The golden rule of friendship: listening

he words of Jesus in Luke 6:31 are known as the Golden Rule, “And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.” David Augburger suggested a golden rule of friendship, “Listen to others as you would have them listen to you.” Listening helps establish and continue friendships. Sometimes it doesn’t work that way. Stephen Covey observed, “Most people do not listen with the intent to understand, rather they listen with the intent to reply.” Understanding is often lost, and the empathy and help that can come from understanding. Rather than being ready to speak, a friend will be first ready to listen. Al-

Voices of R eligion M itch G lover fred Brendel discovered, “The word listen contains the same letters as the word silent.” When we are silent we are more able to listen. Author Max Lucado wrote, “Our ears, unlike our eyes, do not have lids. They are to remain open, but how easily they close.” The one who made the “seeing eye and hearing ear” wants us to use them in relating to him. The believer in God is challenged to hear and listen. A Bible verse,

Church Briefs Hidden talents on display The Midnight Son Seventh Day Adventist Church invites the public to watch a Hidden Talent Show at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 15 at the church, located Mile 8.2 of the Kenai Spur Highway in Kenai. For more information, call Toni Loop at 740-1476.

Bible study under way The First Baptist Church of Kenai is hosting a Bible study titled “If you want to walk on water, you’ve got to get out of the boat” on Thursdays at noon through Feb. 13. For more information call Carole at 283-7772 or the church at 283-7672.

Community invited to participate in Souper Bowl of Caring The Kenai Peninsula Food Bank invites you to participate in the Souper Bowl of Caring. This event is a national movement of young people working to fight hunger and poverty in their own communities around the time of the Super Bowl football game. In the weeks leading up to or on Super Bowl Sunday, young people take up a collection (many use a soup pot), asking for one dollar or one item of food for people in need. They give 100 percent of their donation directly to the local hunger-relief charity of their choice. In Romans 12:13 we are told: Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Many local congregations certainly obey that command. The Souper Bowl of Caring most often ben-

Deuteronomy 6:4 is a prominent call of truth. “Hear, O Israel, the LORD our God is one LORD.” Known as the “Shema” to the Hebrews, it is a powerful statement in the Bible to adhere to. The last book of the Bible, the Revelation of Jesus Christ, contains the phrase, “He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith …” at least seven times. As Jesus promised, the Spirit of Truth will lead and guide us to more truth. While hearing the word of God inspires more faith, it is not enough just to hear. It is all to easy to become “forgetful hearers,” therefore James advised, “be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only.”

efits local food banks and soup kitchens, but world hunger organizations, denominational missions and other international ministries have also been recipients of Souper Bowl of Caring dollars. Collections can go to the church’s feeding program or the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank. For resource information, please go to http://www.souperbowl.org/page_navs/74/Resources.

In this age of information, when we are bombarded with media and entertainment clamoring for our attention, it is important to hear the words forever settled in heaven. The result will be blessed hope, obedient faith, prayers heard and needs provided, and eternal life. Remember that sometimes God is silent because he is listening. I’m grateful that the Lord hears us when we pray. He made this challenge in Jeremiah 33:3, “Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things.” I Peter 5:7 invites us to cast our care on the Lord, because he cares for us. That caring and compassion is embodied in his listening to our

Mitch Glover is pastor of the Sterling Pentecostal Church located on Swanson River Road at Entrada. Services on Sunday include Bible classes for all ages at 10:00 a.m. and worship at 11:00 a.m. Thursday Bible study is at 7:00 p.m. (sterlingpentecostalchurch.com)

South Binkley Street. Non-perishable food items or monetary donations may be dropped off at the church Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Thank you for your support.

Clothes 4 U at First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church Soldotna, located at 159 S. Binkley Street, is re-opening its Clothes 4 U program. It is open on the second and Sterling church hosts AWANA fourth Saturday of each month from 10 a.m.Sterling Baptist Church is starting an AWA- 2 p.m. All clothing and shoes are free to the NA program this year, every Wednesday from public. 6-8 p.m. The club will meet at Sterling Baptist Church. Children 3 years old through sixth United Methodist Church grade are welcome. Call Sterling Baptist for more information provides food pantry at 262-4711. The Kenai United Methodist Church provides a food pantry for those in need every Calvary Baptist hosts AWANA Monday from noon to 3:00 p.m. The Methodist Calvary Baptist Church in Kenai is of- Church is located on the Kenai Spur Highway fering AWANA for kids ages 3 through next to the Boys and Girls Club. The entrance 6th grade. AWANA (www.awana.org) is to the Food Pantry is through the side door. an international kids club. Each week, par- The Pantry closes for holidays. For more information contact the church ofticipants will memorize Bible verses, play fice at 283-7868 or email kumcalaska@gmail. games, hear Bible lessons, and earn rewards. Beginning Sunday, the club will meet at Ke- com. nai Middle School from 5:25-7:15 p.m. Use the back doors. Clothes Quarters open weekly To register or for more information, call Clothes Quarters at Our Lady of the Angels 283-4781 or visit www.kenaicalvary.org. Church is open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the first Saturday of every month Food Pantry open weekly from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Soldotna Food Pantry is open every For more information, call 907-283-4555. Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for residents in our community who may be experiencing Submit church news to news@peninsulafood shortages. The Food Pantry is located at clarion.com. the Soldotna United Methodist Church at 158

prayers, and the powerful answers he provides. Keep your friends and make new ones by listening. Jesus said, “I have called you friends.” He said that after declaring, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” That is the ultimate love he showed us. He demonstrates it daily by listening.

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A graffiti depicting Pope Francis as Superman and holding a bag with a writing which reads: “Values” is seen on a wall of the Borgo Pio district near St. Peter’s Square in Rome, Tuesday.

‘SuperPope’ scrubbed from wall VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis’ status as a superhero has bit the dust. Rome police early Thursday scrubbed the wall near the Vatican where “SuperPope” had been displayed, showing Francis as Superman in flight and clutching his black satchel of values to spread to the world. Artist Mauro Pallotta had put the image up on Monday in homage to Francis. Pallotta’s agent, Margaret Porpiglia said Thursday the artist is now hoping to avoid a city fine, but is considering making a street art piece depicting “antihero” Rome Mayor Ignazio Marino. The white caped crusader pope, which was actually painted on paper and affixed to the wall with water-based glue, had drawn immense popular interest around the Borgo neighborhood of tiny cobblestoned streets near St. Peter’s Square.

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n On Jan. 15 at about 2:00 a.m., Soldotna Alaska State Troopers received a report of a stolen vehicle in Sterling. Subsequent investigation found a 2007 Toyota pickup was stolen out of a detached garage sometime between about 11:00 p.m. on Jan. 14 and 2:00 a.m. on Jan. 15. While conducting the investigation, the stolen truck was observed being driven by. The suspect sped away and drove into the ditch near the intersection of Carter Way and Skilak Lane in Sterling. The suspect fled from the vehicle on foot. The suspect was ultimately taken into custody and identified as Jeremy Whitlow, 30, of Sterling. Whitlow was also found to be operating the motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Whitlow was taken to Wildwood Pretrial Facility without bail on charges of second-degree burglary, firstdegree vehicle theft, driving under the influence and probation / parole violations. n On Jan. 10 at 11:45 p.m., 911 received a call of a domestic disturbance on Salmon Creek Road in Seward. Troopers arrived and made contact with the residents. During investigation, James Arnold, 50, of Seward was arrested for fourth-degree assault (domestic violence) and was taken to the Seward Jail without bail. n On Jan. 10 at 5:35 p.m., troopers contacted John Stephens, 54, of Seward, for a traffic stop, following a moving violation in Seward. Stephens advised troopers he had been drinking and that his Alaska operator’s license was revoked, which investigation confirmed. He was arrested and taken to the Seward Jail without bail. n On Jan. 16 at 7:18 p.m., Alaska State Troopers responded to a domestic disturbance on Kayeway Road in Soldotna. Investigation revealed that Jeffrey Newell, 47, of Soldotna, had assaulted a family member. Newell was arrested for third-degree assault and taken to Wildwood Pretrial Facility without bail. n On Jan. 17 at about 3:30 p.m., Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Seward Post, issued a citation to Ronald J. Telposky, 38, of Seward, for making a false statement on a 2013 Alaska Resident Sport Fish License

Police reports Application. An investigation by troopers revealed that Telposky claimed to have resided in Alaska for a year on a 2013 Sport Fish License Application, when in fact he had only been in Alaska for three months. Bail was set at $310. An optional court appearance is scheduled in the Seward District Court. n On Jan. 12 at 2:37 a.m., Alaska State Troopers responded to a residence regarding a reported disturbance involving two males and Jodi Hall, 44 of Nikiski. Investigation revealed that Hall had been consuming alcohol and refused to provide a sample of her breath for testing when requested. Hall was arrested and taken to Wildwood Pretrial on two counts of violating conditions of release that prohibited her from consuming alcohol and required her to submit to a portable Breathalyzer test. n On Jan. 18 at 7:43 p.m., Kenai police contacted James A. Scettrini, 60, of Seldovia, at Mile 8 of the Kenai Spur Highway. Scettrini was arrested for driving under the influence and breath test refusal and taken to Wildwood Pretrial Facility. n On Jan. 18 at 11:33 p.m., Kenai police conducted a traffic stop at Safeway in Kenai. Officers contacted David T. Nelson, 46, of Homer, who was issued a citation for avoidance of ignition interlock device and released from the scene. n On Jan. 17 at 5:05 a.m., Kenai police received a report of a vehicle in the ditch near Mile 15 of the Kenai Spur Highway and a male nearby running down the highway. Investigation led to the arrest of Dee W. Power III, 20, of Kenai, on charges of driving under the influence, breath test refusal, minor operating after consuming alcohol and habitual minor consuming alcohol. Power was taken to Wildwood Pretrial. n On Jan. 17 at 5:16 p.m., Kenai police received a report of a female who appeared to be impaired preparing to leave Walmart with children in her vehicle. Officers responded and contacted Kimberly D. Rodgers, 42, of Kenai. Investigation led to Rodgers being arrested on charges of driving under

the influence and two counts of first-degree endangering the welfare of a minor. n On Jan. 17 at 10:16 p.m., Kenai police received a 911 report of a female out of control at a residence on Japonski Avenue. Officers responded, and investigation led to the arrest of Lana T. Lee, 34, of Kenai, on charges of domestic violence related fourth-degree criminal mischief and disorderly conduct. Lee was taken to Wildwood Pretrial. n On Jan. 19 at 4:35 p.m., the Alaska Bureau of Highway Patrol, Kenai Peninsula Team, stopped a gray 1989 Ford Bronco near Mile 90 of the Sterling Highway for several traffic violations. The stop occurred within the marked Sterling Highway Traffic Safety Corridor. Investigation revealed that the license of Levi Wesley Erickson, 32, of Sterling, was revoked for driving under the influence. Erickson was issued a misdemeanor citation for driving while license revoked. n On Jan. 19 at 6:08 p.m., the Highway Patrol, Kenai Peninsula Team, stopped a gray 1999 Ford pickup on Crooked Creek Road for a traffic violation. Dustin Todd Stoddard, 48, of Kasilof, was identified as the driver. Investigation revealed that Stoddard’s license was suspended. He was issued a misdemeanor citation for driving while license suspended. n On Jan. 17 at 12:12 a.m., the Bureau of Highway Patrol, Kenai Peninsula Team, was on patrol and conducted a traffic stop on a blue Mercury Sable for a moving violation near Mile 109 of the Sterling Highway. Upon contact, the operator of the vehicle was identified as Corey J. Dockter, 47, of Kasilof. The female passenger provided a false name. She was eventually identified as Gwendalyn M. Wood, 38, of Soldotna. Investigation revealed that Dockter was operating the motor vehicle with a revoked operator’s license and without motor vehicle insurance and that he has conditions of release. Dockter was arrested for driving while license revoked, no insurance and violating conditions of release. Wood was found to have an outstanding warrant out for her arrest. Wood provided false

information to troopers a few days prior as well. Wood was arrested for the warrant and two counts of providing false information. Wood was found to have methamphetamine on her person. Wood is a felon and a firearm was located. Wood was found to have carried methamphetamine into the jail during remand. Wood was remanded for the warrant, fourth-degree misconduct involving a controlled substance, third-degree misconduct involving weapons, two counts of false information, promoting contraband and third-degree misconduct involving a controlled substance. The vehicle was released to a responsible driver. n On Jan. 21 at about 2:00 a.m., Soldotna Alaska State Troopers arrested Amanda Richmond, 32, of Soldotna, on an outstanding arrest warrant. Richmond was contacted at a Soldotna residence during an unrelated investigation and was taken into custody without incident and taken to Wildwood Pretrial Facility, where she was held without bail to serve seven days. The warrant was for failing to appear for remand on an original charge of driving under the influence. n On Jan. 17 at 5:08 p.m., the Bureau of Highway Patrol, Kenai Peninsula Team responded to Mile 73 of the Sterling Highway for a report of a vehicle

rollover and vehicle fire. Investigation revealed that David M. Tugan, 59, of Sterling, was traveling northbound in a 2004 Ford F250, when he lost control of his vehicle. The vehicle hit and jumped the guardrail and rolled several times and became fully engulfed. Tugan’s passenger was identified as his wife, Joyce M. Tugan, 58. Both occupants were wearing seat belts and received no injuries from the collision. Both individuals refused medical attention and were released on scene. The highway had to be shut down intermittently, due to the vehicle and guardrail being stuck halfway in the roadway. The Department of Transportation and a tow company arrived on scene and, after about two hours of working to clear the roadway, both lanes were opened. n On Jan. 21 at 7:32 p.m., Soldotna police stopped a vehicle on the Sterling Highway at Riverside Drive. A passenger in the vehicle, Jerry Anderson, 47, of Soldotna, was found to be in possession of marijuana. He was issued a criminal citation for sixth-degree misconduct involving a controlled substance and released. n On Jan. 19 at 8:31 p.m., Soldotna police stopped a vehicle on Kalifornsky Beach Road at Sports Center Drive. Carri L. Rossini, 48, of Soldotna, was arrested for driving while license

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The following judgments recently were handed down in District Court in Kenai: n Benjamin G. Benson, 37, of Kenai, pleaded guilty to driving under the influence, committed Dec. 13. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 87 days suspended, fined $2,000 with $500 suspended, a $75 court surcharge, $330 cost of imprisonment and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, had his license revoked for 90 days, ordered ignition interlock for six months and placed on probation for one year. n Zebediah J. Carpenter, 35, of Kenai, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of reckless driving, committed Sept. 26, 2011. He was sentenced to 120 days in jail with 110 suspended (credit for time served), fined $1,500 with $1,000 suspended, a $50 court surcharge and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, had his license revoked for 30 days and placed on probation for three years. n Braden R. Chumley, 19, of Soldotna, pleaded guilty to driving under the influence, committed Nov. 17. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 87 days suspended, fined $2,000 with $500 suspended, a $75 court surcharge, $330 cost of imprisonment and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, had his license revoked for 90 days, ordered ignition interlock for six months and placed on probation for one year. All other charges in this case were dismissed. n Jacob B. Ciesielczyk, 38, address unknown, pleaded guilty to driving under the influence, committed July 20. He was sentenced to 180 days in jail with 160 days suspended, fined $6,000 with $3,000 suspended, a $75 court surcharge, $1,467 cost of imprisonment and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, had his license revoked for one year, ordered ignition interlock for 12 months and placed on probation for two years. n John S. Clark, 32, of Soldotna, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of attempted fourth-degree misconduct involving a controlled substance, committed Oct. 21. He was sentenced to 120 days in jail (with credit for time served), fined a $50 court surcharge and a $50 jail surcharge and forfeited items seized. n Terrance Lee Clark, Jr., 42, of Wasilla, pleaded guilty to one count of driving under the influence and one count of driving while license revoked, committed Oct. 7. On count one, he was sentenced to 180 days in jail with 120 days suspended, fined $4,000 with $4,000 suspended, a $75 court surcharge, $2,000 cost of imprisonment and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, had his license revoked for three years, ordered ignition interlock for 18 months, ordered not to consume or possess alcohol during probation and placed on probation for five years. On count two, he was sentenced to 40 days in jail with 30 days suspended, fined a $50 court surcharge, had his license suspended for 90 days, forfeited marijuana and marijuana paraphernalia (weapon may be returned), ordered not to consume or possess alcohol during probation and placed on probation for five years. All other charges in this case were dismissed. n Joshua R. Edmonson, 31, of Soldotna, pleaded guilty to sixth-degree misconduct involving a controlled substance, committed Nov. 9. He was sentenced to 60 days in jail with 55 days suspended, may perform 40 hours of community work service in lieu of jail time, was fined $1,000, a $50 court surcharge and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, forfeited items seized and placed on probation for two years. n Anna Evanson, 27, of Kasilof, pleaded guilty to driving under the influence, committed July 14. She was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 87 days suspended, fined $2,000 with $500 suspended, a $75 court surcharge, $330 cost of imprison-

Court reports ment and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, had her license revoked for 90 days, ordered ignition interlock for six months and placed on probation for one year. n John Don Gallant, 31, of Kenai, pleaded guilty to second-degree hindering prosecution, committed July 19. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 85 days suspended, may perform 40 hours of community work service in lieu of jail time, was fined a $50 court surcharge and a $150 jail surcharge with

$100 suspended and placed on probation for one year. n John Heft, 55, address unknown, pleaded guilty to personal use fishing in closed waters, committed June 15, 2010. He was fined $250 and a $10 court surcharge. n Jennifer K. Henry, 29, of Kasilof, pleaded guilty to failure to appear in court to answer citation, committed June 18. She was fined $150 and a $50 court surcharge and placed on probation for two years. n Jennifer K. Henry, 29, of Kasilof, pleaded guilty to driving while license suspended, committed Aug. 20. She was sentenced to 40 days in jail with 30 days suspended, may

perform 80 hours of community work service in lieu of jail time, was fined $500 with $250 suspended, a $150 court surcharge with $100 suspended, had her license revoked for 90 days and placed on probation for two years. n Elijah. L .A. Jackson, 20, of Soldotna, pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment, committed Nov. 16. He was sentenced to 10 days in jail, fined a $50 court surcharge and a $50 jail surcharge, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, ordered to complete 40 hours of community work service and placed on probation for one year. All other charges in this case were

dismissed. n Brandon Mitchell Johnson, 21, of Soldotna, pleaded guilty to one count of driving under the influence, committed Nov. 2. He was sentenced to 120 days in jail with 100 days suspended, fined $4,000 with $1,000 suspended, a $75 court surcharge, $1,467 cost of imprisonment and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment, had his license revoked for one year, ordered ignition interlock for 12 months and placed on probation for three years. On count two, he was sentenced to 40 days in jail with 30 days

suspended, fined a $50 court surcharge, had his license revoked for 90 days and placed on probation for three years. All other charges in this case were dismissed. n Gary J. Koski, 55, of Soldotna, pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of harassment, committed Nov. 21, 2012. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail with 85 days suspended, may perform 40 hours of community work service in lieu of jail time, was fined a $50 court surcharge and a $150 jail surcharge with $100 suspended, ordered to complete Alcohol Safety Action Program treatment and placed on probation for three years.

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the project has shifted from a pipeline that would run from the North Slope into Canada and serve North American markets to a liquefied natural gas project capable of overseas exports. Moreover, more companies are involved in the project. Natural Resources Commissioner Joe Balash told lawmakers that the state’s total capital investment without a partner for the gas-treatment plant, liquefaction facility and pipeline could be $9.1 billion with a 20 percent stake and $11.4 billion at 25 percent. Those figures are in 2013 dollars and considered estimates. But Balash noted there are going to be competing needs and draws on the state’s cash reserves in the coming years. With TransCanada owning the pipeline and treatment plant, the state’s cost for liquefaction and marine facilities could be $4.6 billion or $5.8 billion, depending on the stake taken by the state. A subsidiary of AGDC would carry out the state’s interest on the liquefaction side. If the state exercised an equity option with TransCanada, the total cost could be $6.9 billion or $8.6 billion. Sen. Hollis French said there was always the potential the state could lose money. Balash said the administration could run different scenarios of business plans. According to Parnell administration consultant Black & Veatch Corp, assuming the state has a 25 percent equity

stake and TransCanada is involved, the state could see total revenues from the project of $130 billion over 30 years. Balash told the House Resources Committee that TransCanada has a “stellar reputation” for delivering projects on time and on budget. He said the memorandum of understanding, which he said would not be binding until the enabling legislation is passed, would provide a “seamless transition” from AGIA that would allow the project to maintain momentum. Rep. Geran Tarr asked if the state essentially had to work with TransCanada because of AGIA. Balash said there are two paths for ending the license under AGIA, “and this is the amicable one.” But he also said TransCanada is familiar with conditions in Alaska and would not face the same learning curve another company might. TransCanada’s Tony Palmer told the Senate Resources Committee later in the day that the agreement reflects compromises by all parties. While the company is pursuing a number of other possible projects, he said TransCanada believes the Alaska project has the ability to compete in the market.

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by nearly $35 million the past six years. She also pointed out the substantial impact oil and gas companies have on local communities involving donations to local nonprofits and schools. “With more jobs comes more opportunities,” she said. “There is not another industry in this state that reaches so many lives.” The Kenai Industrial Park, a 20-lot property on Marathon Road just a quarter mile from the airport, is already connected to water, sewer and electrical utilities and is ready for leasing, Porter said. The Industrial Park has been a pet project of Rick Koch, Kenai City Manager. So far, only Buccaneer Oil has signed a 30year lease with the city for one lot in the park, making them the only tenant. Lease terms call for an annual rate based on 8 percent of fair-market value appraisal. “No community could be more excited than the City of Kenai to see the resurgence of oil and gas development in whole Cook Inlet basin,” Porter

‘This will be the year when resource development happens right in the middle of our town. Our dream can become a reality as we continue to build a strong, vibrant community.’ — Kenai Mayor Pat Porter said. Kenai Peninsula Borough Mayor Mike Navarre said while all the natural gas discussions by ConocoPhillips and Agrium are exciting, the announcement that Nikiski be the preferred alternative gas line to the North Slope project “feels real.” “The Kenai Peninsula is a great place to live, work and raise a family,” he said. “We have low taxes, excellent medical providers, the best school system in the state, responsive local governments and ample recreational activities. The economic opportunities are extraordinary.” Soldotna City Manager Mark Dixson said in his first year working with the city, one of his primary goals was to create an Economic Development committee. He said the city wants to be known for more

Morris took a contrasting view to the thought of expanding business in Kachemak City, a town with a population of 500 people. “I don’t plan to do anything,” he said. “I’m sorry, that’s just the way we do things.” Porter pointed to the importance the fishing industry is to the Kenai Peninsula, saying it had been here long before oil and gas was discovered. On the busiest day of the dipnet fishery along with the current population, it is estimated that 15,000 people participate at the mouth of the Kenai River making the City of Kenai the fourth largest in the state, Porter said. With the increase of people through tourism and potential industrial development to create more jobs, Porter said the economic outlook for the area as excellent. “This will be the year when resource development happens right in the middle of our town,” she said. “Our dream can become a reality as we continue to build a strong, vibrant community.”

than, “just a strip mall on the way to Homer.” “We want to be the number one live, work and play place in Alaska,” he said. “We want people moving their professional businesses down here.” Homer Mayor Mary Wythe, Kachemak City Mayor Phil Morris, Seldovia City Mangaer Tim Dillon and Seward council member Dale Butts also spoke on the positive aspects of their respective communities. Wythe said the city of Homer is “open for business” and encouraged new businesses to help expand the city’s harbor. She said while their residents are environmentally conscious which may deter industrial expansion, her outlook is optimistic Reach Dan Balmer at danthat Homer’s port can attract iel.balmer@peninsulaclarion. more office space. com.

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to reform Alaska’s Medicaid system. He also asked health commissioner Bill Streur for a report describing the safety net for nonMedicaid-eligible Alaskans. Parnell spokeswoman Sharon Leighow said by email that Parnell’s position hasn’t changed. She said he looks forward to Streur’s report, expected in February. Members of the House Republican-led majority responded coolly to the Democrats’ proposal. Rep. Mia Costello, R-Anchorage, questioned whether this was a long-term solution or if there is a better way to address Alaskans’ concerns. “Show me a program that the federal government has provided money for that they haven’t either decreased or taken away from us,” Costello said at the majority’s weekly news conference. “It’s hard to find.” House Majority Leader Lance Pruitt asked a reporter how he would like having a microphone taken from him halfway through a question. He said if the Legislature is going to have a discussion on Medicaid expansion, it needs to ask whether the state would be willing to take over the program “when the feds do ultimately take it away from us.” “Because just like you don’t want that microphone or maybe it’s like a child and you give them something, you give them a toy, you’re not going to yank it out of their hands. And that’s essentially what this is. We’re trying to look out for the best thing for Alaskans.” The state Democratic party chairman later called on Pruitt to apologize and “stop demeaning” Alaskans who would benefit from Medicaid expansion. “If Pruitt thinks health care is no more necessary than a toy, then he is completely out of touch with the economic realities facing Alaskans who are seeking affordable health coverage,” Mike Wenstrup said in a release. Pruitt said in an interview that this is a serious issue that several members spoke to. He didn’t think Wenstrup’s release portrayed their position, that it’s a “budget-busting unfunded mandate for us.” Sen. Berta Gardner, D-Anchorage, said a constituent who did not qualify for Medicaid or subsidies to buy private insurance on online marketplace “begged us to do something about the Medicaid expansion because that would cover him.” She said even if the feds did not hold to their promised level of funding and the program lasted only a few years, it would allow a “tremendous number of Alaskans” to address health care needs they couldn’t take care of before.

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Freshman still perfect Kenai grappler Paul Steffensen takes 28-0 mark into postseason By JOEY KLECKA Peninsula Clarion

When the Class 4A high school wrestling season began back in November, hardly anyone saw the freshman phenom that was about to be released out of Kenai Central high school. For Kenai coach Stan Steffensen, he was just watching another one of his children take the mat on the Alaska wrestling scene. He knew what was coming. “Some people didn’t realize it, some have wrestlers in middle school that knew,” Steffensen said. “The ones that do that get involved in it ... they’ve kind of known it. They knew.

They’re the guys in the same group.” Steffensen’s son, Paul, has certainly turned heads this season on the Alaska wrestling scene, powering to a 28-0 season record, including beating South Anchorage’s Gavin Alvarado all three times the two have met. Alvarado was named Most Outstanding Wrestler at last year’s state meet. When Kenai and Soldotna travel up to Colony High School this weekend for the Northern Lights Conference wrestling tournament, they will be bringing some real talent with them. The tournament will begin today, and finish with championship, third-place and fifth-place

finals Saturday. The top five wrestlers in each weight class qualify for the state tournament. The 126-pound freshman started his year with a victory over Alvarado at the Lancer Smith Memorial tournament at Palmer High School in November. That’s when folks discovered he was for real. “It’s been a lot of fun,” Paul said Wednesday. “I just take it one day at a time. It’s tough, but it’s a lot of fun.” Not many underclassmen expect to win every single match they compete in, but Paul does not hide his confidence. When asked if he expected to go undefeated his freshman

year, his response was, “Kind of.” Steffensen beat Alvarado in a 5-0 match at the Lancer Smith tourney, then again 2-0 on Dec. 7, and capped it with a 3-1 victory on Jan. 18, justifying that the first match wasn’t a fluke. Steffensen explained that his ability to adapt and change his style is what keeps him on his toes. “I guess it’s just take what the other wrestler gives me,” Paul said. “I can’t just go out there and think I’m going to use a certain move, or I’m going to do this. If they have a certain stance I have to react to it.” Of course, growing up in a See PREP, page B-4

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In this December 2012 file photo, Kikkan Randall, of Anchorage, races during the ladies freestyle 3.1-kilometer prologue at the cross country Tour de Ski competition in Oberhof, central Germany.

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Every time Kikkan Randall reaches a career milestone, she’s also breaking new ground for American cross-country skiing. In a sport with little in the way of tradition in the U.S., no American woman had ever even been on the podium in a World Cup event before Randall earned a third-place finish in January 2007. Seven years later, she has 10 career victories, is the defending World Cup sprint champion, and a world champion in the team sprint with Jessica Diggins — and every achievement has been a first for an American woman. Now there’s just the big one left: an Olympic medal. And in Sochi, at her fourth Winter Games, Randall has a real chance to finally get one: she is entering the individual freestyle sprint as one of the big gold-medal favorites, another status previously unheard of for an American. “The Olympics are really kind of the gold standard in the sport,” Randall said in a phone interview. “It’s been wonderful to achieve the success I have had in the sport, but success at the Olympics is really the final one to go for. I feel my career has been building up to this point. I know it’s just one race on one day, but I would love to add an Olympic medal to that collection.”

In the wake of Randall’s successes, a number of other American skiers have also emerged on the World Cup. On the men’s side, Simi Hamilton won a sprint stage on the Tour de Ski this season, while veteran Andrew Newell is also an outside contender in the men’s sprint. But Randall is the team’s only real star. “We have a unique opportunity to make history in Sochi,” U.S. cross-country head coach Chris Grover said when the American team was announced. Only one American has ever won an Olympic medal in cross-country skiing, with Bill Koch taking silver in the men’s 30-kilometer race at the 1976 Innsbruck Games. On the women’s side, Randall is the only one to even make the top 10, with an eighth-place finish in the classical-style sprint in Vancouver four years ago as her best result. This time, though, the individual sprint is a freestyle event — by far Randall’s best discipline. At the age of 31, she is also a much stronger skier than four years ago. Nine of her 10 individual World Cup victories have come since 2011, and all of them in freestyle sprints — the event she specializes in. She won the last two World Cup events before Sochi, in Poland and the Czech Republic, although those vicSee SKI, Page B-4

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A group of kids cluster near the barrier to watch the Brown Bears play the Wenatchee (Wash.) Wild during their game Thursday at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex in Soldotna. On the ice, Frankie Spellman rushes up to join the play.

Wild outlast Brown Bears Wenatchee ties game with less than a minute left, then triumphs in shootout By JOEY KLECKA Peninsula Clarion

The Wenatchee (Wash.) Wild prevailed in a wild game over the Kenai River Brown Bears on Thursday night at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex, coming away with a 4-3 win after getting a tying goal late in regulation and scoring twice in the shootout. The win helps Wenatchee (20-17-5) in the North American Hockey League Midwest Division standings, bringing the Wild up to within a point of fourth-place Kenai River with 45 points. The Bears (21-174) have 46 points. The Brown

Bears were particularly effective on the power play, getting all three of their goals with a man advantage on five opportunities. “We were really moving the puck well and capitalizing on opportunites,” said Kenai River coach Geoff Beauparlant. “Whenever your power play is working you should come away with two points. “They played hard for 65 minutes, but when it comes to a shootout anything can happen.” Going into the third period, the game was knotted up at one apiece, after goals from Kenai River’s Frankie Spellman and Wenatchee’s David Powlowski

in the first and second periods, respectively. Before three minutes were up in the third period, Troy Loggins’ shot rebounded off Bears goalie Zach Quinn but Omar Mullan was there to provide the goal and a 2-1 lead. With 12 minutes, 41 seconds, left in the game — and a mere three seconds left on a Kenai River power play — Jack Gessert buried a long range shot to knot it up again. Only 3:03 later, Gustav Berglund directed a laser pass to home captain Jacob Davidson, who was near the crease and standing with a great look at the net. Davidson’s goal put the Bears up 3-2. “It’s frustrating because five-

on-five, I thought we played very well,” said Wenatchee coach Bliss Littler. “All five of the penalties we took were in the offensive zone. It’s nothing to do with them scoring a goal, so it’s five penalties that we didn’t have to take.” With 46 seconds left in regulation, Wenatchee’s efforts paid off with a goal with an extra attacker on the ice in the midst of a flurry of activity right in front of the net. The score was reviewed by the referees and called good. “I believe in the hockey gods,” Littler said about the late goal. “I’m a Christian but I beSee BEARS, page B-4

Houston boys cruise past Kardinals on hardwood By JEREMIAH BARTZ Frontiersman.com

HOUSTON — Houston’s recipe for success if fairly simple. There is one major ingredient: energy. With that, the Hawks raced to an early lead and scored a 51-37 nonconference win over Kenai on Thursday at Houston High. “The thing with us, if we have energy usually we’re pretty good,” Houston head coach Steve Henderson said after the win. “It’s just a matter of being consistent and getting that energy. Playing smart, tough basketball with a lot of energy.” After allowing an early Miles Jones 3-pointer that tied the game at 3 during the opening minutes of the game, Houston held Kenai scoreless until Jones drained another 3-pointer at the 6:58 mark of the second quarter. “Our focus was on kind of locking them down a little bit,” Henderson said. Kenai did manage a dozen points in the second quarter, but nine of those

came during the final 3:09 of the half. At the 3:09 mark, Josh Jackman went to the basket, drew the foul and hit the ensuing free throw to complete the three-point play. But before those Jackman points, the Matt Barron-led Hawks were cruising to a big lead. Barron, a senior, scored a dozen of his game-high 19 points during the first two quarters. The Hawks led 10-3 after the first quarter, and led 14-3 after Dustin Griffith grabbed easy buckets on back-toback possessions early in the second quarter. Barron hit a 3-pointer to push Houston’s advantage, and scored seven points in the quarter. The Hawks led 26-15 at the break. Kenai managed to cut Houston’s lead to single digits a handful of times in the second half, always trailed by at least nine points. “Obviously we would like to put them away, but we didn’t let them back in. That’s a big step for us,” Henderson said. Barron pulled down a game-high

nine rebounds in the win. Lane Taylor finished with nine points and eight rebounds. Mitchell Ruta chipped in six points. Jones led Kenai with 10 points, and was 2 for 5 from behind the arc. Nate Saavedra chipped in nine points and Jackman added eight. Kenai was held to 1 of 10 shooting during the first quarter, and 25 percent shooting in the game. Nikiski girls 46, Newhalen 42 The Bulldogs defeated Newhalen in the opening round of the round-robin Donlin Gold Basketball Tournament in Bethel on Thursday. Nikiski led 16-9 after one quarter and 23-13 at halftime. But Newhalen cut the gap to 36-35 in the third, before Nikiski regained control in the fourth. Rachel Thompson paced the Bulldogs with 16 points, while Emily Lynch added 11 points and 11 rebounds. Alyssa Darch pulled down 12 rebounds for the Bulldogs. C

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The Whalers pulled out a victory in the opening round of the round-robin The host Wolverines began the Whaler Invitational on Thursday. The game with a 20-0 run that proved descore of the Homer-Bristol Bay boys cisive in the Peninsula Conference game was not available as the Clarion victory. went to press. Two freshmen led the way for the Wolverines, with Tyler Presley dumping in 26 and Austin White adding 14. Lumen Christi girls 52, White had 15 rebounds, while Robert Ninilchik 47 Delgado had 12. Tyler Thorne pitched The visiting Archangels pulled out in six assists and eight steals for the a Peninsula Conference victory. Wolverines. Ninilchik led 16-12 after the first Lumen did not score until 6:35 quarter, but Lumen dominated the sec- remained in the second quarter. Joey ond quarter for a 30-20 lead at half- Brown and Hoo-Hsin Chen each had time. four points for the Archangels. The Wolverines cut it to 39-35 after three, but the comeback came up short Nikolaevsk boys 70, Nanwalek 44 in the fourth quarter. Robin Jones and Tori Kruger had The host Warriors led 21-9 after the 19 points for the Archangels. first quarter and did not look back in See HOOPS, page B-4 For the Wolverines, Jessica Rog-

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was a little over six months into my inaugural season on earth when I experienced my first life-altering moment. I was sitting silently in my high chair while my dad and his buddies stared into this strange box of visual wonders (later on I learned that the box was a television) contemplating if I’d ever get some more applesauce. Suddenly a huge roar echoed across the vast expanse of the living room! I cried in terror! What dark evil beast could possibly cause grown men to scream and yell like schoolgirls? Fearing for my life, and unable to escape my high chair due to athletic limitations, I could sense the end was near. Darkness engulfed my infant soul as my dad approached. The same man who led me into this raucous hellhole was now attempting to soothe my sorrows. He calmly leaned over next to me and said, “Touchdown Seahawks!” Thirty years later and “Touchdown Seahawks!” is still bliss. Sunday, Feb. 2, is a huge day in my life. I would miss the birth of my future child to watch the Seahawks win a Super Bowl. It’s not my fault if momma can’t keep the bun in the oven until after the game ends, right?

The Seahawks came tantalizingly close to securing my first fan championship in 2005 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Sunday, they’ll get a second chance against Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos. It’s an epic showdown between old AFC West rivals. Top offense vs. top defense. Legendary quarterback vs. recordbreaking youngster. Demaryius Thomas, Eric Decker and Wes Welker vs. the Legion of Boom. Beast Mode. The anticipation is killing me. OK, deep breath. Before we get too far ahead of ourselves let’s recap the year that was against the spread. A passable 9-7 mark in the final week of the season improved our record to 139-103-14 on the year, an incredible 36 games above .500! That’s a 57.4 win percentage over an entire NFL season. Even the grungiest Las Vegas veteran would be proud of that mark. I’ve really enjoyed writing the column, it gives me a rooting interest in every game and occupies my mind when the winter doldrums would otherwise consume me. I like to play golf, watch football and coach basketball. Currently I’m doing all three. Life’s not bad, but make no mistake, it would be a hell of a

lot better if the Seahawks won the Super Bowl this Sunday!

bottom half of all NFL defenses. Seven of those contests were against defenses ranked 26th or worse. Peyton ManSEATTLE SEAHAWKS ning is a wonderful quarter@ Denver Broncos -2.5 back. Demaryius Thomas, Eric I know what you’re thinkDecker and company form a ing. Of course the Sultan of fantastic receiver group, but Sides is going to back Seattle, give a statistical assist to Denhe’s the biggest Seahawks ver’s anemic competition. homer around! You’re partially Quick bubble screens and right. I’m a huge Seahawks short crossing routes, staples fan, that’s been established, but of the Broncos offense, work I’ve also proven myself quite beautifully against teams adept at picking NFL winners lacking the talent to play press against the spread this season. coverage. Seattle’s secondary The Seattle Seahawks are does not lack talent. going to win this football Richard Sherman has shown game, not because I’m roothimself to be a true lockdown ing for them, they’ll win on corner. Earl Thomas is widely Sunday because they’re the considered the top safety in better football team. Seattle’s football. Kam Chancellor, “Legion of Boom” defense is Byron Maxwell and Walter a historically great unit. The Thurmond form a more than 1985 Chicago Bears were capable supporting cast on the the only team in NFL history back end. to lead the league in points Seattle’s ability to play allowed, yards allowed and press on the outside while turnovers forced. The 2013 maintaining Cover 3 Zone conSeahawks became the second cepts will neutralize the two team this season. plays (bubble screens and pick For all the hype Denver’s routes) that Denver has been record-setting offense receives, hugely successful running this and deservedly so, they haven’t season. faced a defense even remotely Peyton Manning is deadly close to resembling Seattle’s. when he can drop back, survey According to profootballoutthe field and deliver a pass siders.com, the New York Giwithout duress. Pressure the ants were the stingiest defense immobile Manning and he sudthe Broncos faced all year. denly becomes mortal. That’s In fact, 14 of Denver’s 18 the key to Seattle’s success this opponents this year rank in the Sunday. The Seahawks must

stay attached to receivers on underneath routes while Earl Thomas takes away the deep middle third of the field, forcing Manning to hold the ball just long enough for the pass rush to influence his footwork and delivery. Easier said than done, just ask the 15 opponents Denver defeated this year, but Seattle is uniquely equipped to slow (not stop) the Broncos passing attack. On the other side of the football, Denver will struggle to stop a Russell Wilson-Marshawn Lynch led offense. The popular thought is Seattle’s offense has struggled this season but the team has continued to win because of sterling play on defense. Not true. Seattle’s offense ranks seventh in the NFL per profootballoutsiders.com. Surprisingly, Seattle’s pass offense ranks eighth. Don’t be a dumb fan that relies solely on counting stats. Counting stats have value but they fall way short of telling the whole story. Seattle’s pass offense appears to be a weak link but is actually very productive on a per play basis. The Seahawks simply don’t throw the football very much, but when they do they’re quite successful. That doesn’t bode well for a Denver secondary that’s been decimated by injuries. The Broncos will

be without starting defensive backs Rahim Moore and Chris Harris. Harris’ absence in particular will be tough for Denver to overcome. He had emerged as the team’s top cornerback before tearing his ACL in the Divisional Round playoff game against the San Diego Chargers. The Broncos aren’t any healthier up front. All-world linebacker Von Miller is recovering from an ACL injury and monster interior lineman Kevin Vickerson is still out with a hip issue. Derek Wolfe, a versatile contributor, was placed on injured reserve two weeks ago. Jeremy Mincey, a player the Jacksonville Jaguars cut just a month ago, is now firmly entrenched in Denver’s defensive line rotation. Yikes! In Week 1’s Clarion column I boldly predicted the Seattle Seahawks would win the Super Bowl this season. I don’t see any reason to change now. The Seahawks are the better team and the healthier team heading into this contest. Seattle has played a far more challenging schedule and just defeated the San Francisco 49ers, the one team that matches up with Seattle physically. Now is the time. Let’s go Seahawks! Let’s go Seahawks! Let’s go Seahawks! Seahawks win 27-19

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Marshawn Lynch returned to being a full participant in practice on Thursday as the Seattle Seahawks had their second workout of Super Bowl week. Lynch was given Wednesday off as has been his typical regimen for most of the season. He was a full participant on Thursday as the Seahawks were as healthy as they have been all season just a few days before facing Denver. Percy Harvin, Doug Baldwin and Brandon Mebane were all full participants as well. Seattle took the field around 4:30 p.m. and went for 90 minutes at the New York Giants’ indoor practice facility. The Seahawks again opened the doors of the building to let cold air in and try and simulate the expected temperatures on Sunday night at MetLife Stadium.

“Everybody is fine. No issues at all,” Seattle coach Pete Carroll said. “It’s fantastic to have everybody going, knowing that everybody is healthy. Of course they’re excited about that, too. We’re very fortunate in that sense.” While it was “Turnover Thursday” in the Seahawks practice plans it was also a significant day to work on third downs, Carroll said. The only turnover of the day came from defensive back DeShawn Shead during a 7-on-7 drill. “Today, we’re finishing up the game plan,” Carroll said. “Our thirddown stuff today was a big deal. But the whole day is really dedicated to the ball; it’s a turnover day for us. So we’re working on that all day long.” Seattle bused over from its Jersey City hotel to the practice facility shortly after 11:30 a.m. The team had meetings, a walkthrough and lunch before

taking the practice field. Utah ape picks Seahawks to win SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah ape that has correctly picked the Super Bowl winner for six straight years predicted Thursday that the Seattle Seahawks will be the next NFL champion. Eli the ape ran into an enclosure Thursday morning and swiftly knocked down a papier-mache helmet bearing the Seahawks logo, signaling his pick, said Erica Hansen of Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City. “He made his pick without any hesitation,” Hansen said. That could mean bad news for Broncos fans. The 13-year-old primate hasn’t been wrong since 2006. Last year, Eli charged out and knocked over a papier-mache goal

post decorated with the Ravens logo. Not exactly a revelation to anySure enough, the Ravens beat the body who has watched Manning toss 49ers 34-31. a football. Asked about the “ducks” on Wednesday, Sherman said, “Well, I Manning agrees with Sherman still feel the same way I felt.” about ducks “He is a great quarterback. He does Peyton Manning and Richard Sher- a great job,” he added. “At the same man can agree to agree. time, when he catches the ball he No war of words between the re- doesn’t necessarily catch the laces all cord-setting Broncos quarterback and the time. He throws an accurate ball the star Seahawks cornerback who in regards to how he catches it. He will try to slow him down in the Super just gets it on time and delivers it acBowl. curately.” In his regular column for MMQB. And so Manning was asked about com, Sherman ranked Manning as the that comment Thursday and wasn’t smartest quarterback in the NFL a few the least bit offended. weeks ago. “I believe it to be true,” he After gushing about his adjust- quipped. ments for a few sentences, Sherman “I do throw ‘ducks,’” he said. “I’ve added: “His arm, however, is another thrown a lot of yards and touchdown story. His passes will be accurate and ‘ducks.’ I am actually quite proud of on time, but he throws ducks.” it.”

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claiming a Peninsula Conference win. Nikolaevsk drained 11 3-pointers in the game. Jaruby Nelson had six en route to 24 points. Nikit Fefelov had three on the way to 13 points. Jonah Fefelov pitched in 10 points for Nikolaevsk. John Romanoff had 23 points to lead the Eagles. Clarion staff contributed to these reports. Thursday boys Wolverines 51, Archangels 15 Lumen Ninilchik

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tories came against slightly weakened fields as some top skiers focused on training for Sochi. Still, those were confidenceboosting wins that showed she is peaking at the right time. The problem for Randall is that the sprint race doesn’t come down to just form. Luck sometimes plays its part as well. In the individual sprint, skiers have to go through a qualifying run, then a quarterfinal and semifinal heat before the top six reach the final. With six skiers fighting it out in each heat on a narrow course, poles and skis often get tangled up and there are a lot of spills and crashes. It is one of the most spectatorfriendly events of all the crosscountry disciplines — full of tactics and close finishes — but also the one where most accidents occur. Randall knows that all too well. In 2011, the American was entering the world championships as the gold-medal favorite in the freestyle sprint — again having won the last two World

NANWALEK (44) — X. Romanoff 4 0-0 8, Ukatish 2 1-3 5, J. Romanoff 11 0-1 23, Anahonek 2 0-0 4, Evans 2 0-0 4. Totals — 21 1-4 44. NIKOLAEVSK (70) — Lasiter 0 0-0 0, Molodih 0 0-0 0, Nelson 9 0-0 24, Trail 2 0-0 4, A. Yakunin 3 0-0 7, S. Yakunin 1 0-0 2, N. Fefelov 5 0-1 13, Gordeev 4 1-2 9, J. Fefelov 4 1-1 10, Kalugin 0 1-2 1. Totals — 28 3-6 70. 3-point goals — Nanwalek 1 (J. Romanoff), Nikolaevsk 11 (Nelson 6, N. Fefelov 3, A. Yakunin, J. Fefelov). Team fouls — Nanwalek 5, Nikolaevsk 10. Hawks 51, Kardinals 37 Kenai Houston

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Kenai (37) — Theisen 1 0-0 2, Shirnberg 1 3-3 5, Jackman 3 2-3 8, Saavedra 3 2-2 9, Ivy 1 0-0 3, Jones 4 0-2 10; Totals: 15 7-10 37. Houston (51) — Kleewein 1 2-2 4, Griffith 2 0-0 4, Baird 1 0-0 2, L. Taylor 2 5-6 9, Barron 8 2-3 19, N. Saechao 0 4-6 4, J. Taylor 1 1-2 3; Totals: 17 16-23 51. 3-point field goals: Kenai 4 (Jones 2), Houston 1 (Barron 1); Total fouls: 20, Houston 17. Thursday girls Archangels 52, Wolverines 47 Lumen Ninilchik

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Cup events before the championships. But in the quarterfinals, another competitor ran over one of her skis, causing Randall to fall, and she finished last in her heat — ending her chances of an individual world title. “It was definitely pretty tough after that, because everything had been focused on the preparations and I knew I was in the best shape of my life and I could contend for a medal,” the Anchorage, Alaska, native said. “That really taught me a lot that will help me going into the Olympics. I know that my career and my self-worth doesn’t depend on whether I get that medal. . There’s always a chance that something could happen, and I just have to be focused on doing my best. That’s what counts at the end of the day.” And she insists that entering the games as one of the favorites doesn’t add any extra pressure — only more motivation. “I really enjoyed my previous three Olympics but I really wanted to be there and contend for a medal,” Randall said. “And to finally be at that point, I’m just excited about the opportunity that lies ahead.”

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household of championship grapplers is rather nice, too. Paul’s older brother — junior Ellery Steffensen — has been one of the most successful wrestlers the Kardinals team has produced in recent years. Ellery captured the 138-pound state championship last year by winning a 4-2 decision over South’s Kraig Hammond. Hope Steffensen — the older sister of Ellery and Paul — won a state championship in the 103-pound division in 2011 as a sophomore. This season, Ellery has seen limited action (he currently holds a 5-0 record), meaning Paul has been giving him a run for his money as top dog in the Steffensen family. Ellery is eyeing a thirdstraight conference title this weekend, competing in the 145-pound division. “He’s pretty excited,” Stan Steffensen said. “He definitely

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lieve in the hockey gods.” Beauparlant saw things differently, mentioning that he thought it was a high-sticking penalty from the Wild that should have erased the score. “Luckily, we responded well and played a good overtime period,” Beauparlant said. “We’ll see on the video and go from there, and maybe we were right and maybe we were wrong. The video doesn’t lie, but in the moment you can’t control that.” In the five-minute overtime period, Kenai River got the

Tsalteshi to host ski race today, Saturday After a ski meet in Seward was canceled due to a lack of snow, Tsalteshi Trails will host a ski meet today and Saturday. The meet will be run from the trail entrance on Kalifornsky Beach Road. The meet is being called Seward’s Folly. Friday’s race is a 10-kilometer freestyle starting at 1 p.m., with wave starts. Saturday’s race starts at 11 a.m. on the lower trails and will be a 4-by-2-kilometer relay. The parking lot at the lower trails will fill up fast. Fans wanting to view the action could use the parking lot of the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex.

Kenai, SoHi skaters to play for 3rd The Kenai and Soldotna hockey teams will play Saturday at 4 p.m. at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex for third place in the regular season of the North Star Conference. Both Kenai and SoHi enter the game with 5-4 records in the conference. They have split a pair of games thus far this season, although Soldotna won the conference affair.

NASCAR changes Chase format CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Say goodbye to the NASCAR era when a driver, fresh off a satisfying, top-10 finish, climbs from the car and raves about what a good points day it was. Winning is all that matters under the latest and most radical change to the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship. NASCAR’s overhauled championship format announced Thursday is a 16-driver, winner-take-all elimination system designed to reward “the most worthy, battle-tested” driver at the end of the season. “Riding around and being pleased because the (previous) format rewards consistency, those days are going to be pretty much over,” NASCAR Chairman Brian France said. The field, expanded from 12 to 16 drivers, will be whittled down to a final four through eliminations after every three races of the 10-race Chase. The remaining four drivers will go into the season finale with an equal chance to win the championship: The first of the four to cross the finish line will be crowned Sprint Cup champion.

All-Star reserves announced NEW YORK — The Portland Trail Blazers and Houston Rockets each had two players picked as reserves for the NBA All-Star game, while the Indiana Pacers had to settle for just Roy Hibbert despite the league’s best record. LaMarcus Aldridge and Damian Lillard made it from the Trail Blazers, who have been among the Western Conference leaders all season. Dwight Howard, who was passed late in fan voting for a starting spot, was chosen Thursday along with Houston teammate James Harden. Old reliables Chris Paul, Tony Parker and Dirk Nowitzki round out the West reserves for the Feb. 16 game in New Orleans. Nowitzki earned his 12th selection, tying him for sixth all-time with nine players. The rest of the East reserves are: Miami’s Chris Bosh, Washington’s John Wall, Toronto’s DeMar DeRozan, Brooklyn’s Joe Johnson, Chicago’s Joakim Noah and Atlanta’s Paul Millsap.

— Staff and wire reports

it one match at a time. They’re all working hard, it’s exciting.” For the Soldotna Stars wrestling team, the 2013-14 season hasn’t been one to remember for head coach Scooter Hackett. The Stars have suffered all season with low numbers, which Hackett said is down to four wrestlers as the conference tournament approaches. To frustrate matters further, Hackett hasn’t been able to properly coach his team after breaking his leg at a wrestling tournament last May. Since then, he’s had seven surgeries, and once this season is done, he plans on having knee surgery. Fortunately, the SoHi coach has had help in the form of assistants Pete Dickinson — a two-time NCAA All-American wrestler — and Jake Savely. Athletes and coaches from the Skyview wrestling team have also contributed their time. “We’ve had help from other schools,” Hackett said. “The Hutchison family has come in and helped us, some other Skyview boys came over and helped. We have to thank

(Skyview coach) Neldon Gardner for coming over and helping us out.” The Skyview-Soldotna connection is important, Hackett reminded, because many of Skyview’s athletes will likely join the Soldotna program after the school closes this spring. “We’ll see who goes where, some may go to Kenai and some may come here,” Hackett said. “We’ve been sticking it out. But like I say, we’d rather have four kids that want to work and be there, rather than 100 kids that don’t.” The four Soldotna grapplers that will compete this weekend for a spot at state are junior Hunter Bourgeois at 152 pounds, sophomores Dalton Best at heavyweight and Alex Lisenby at 145 pounds, and freshman Adam Skiba at 113 pounds. “I expect them to give their best efforts,” Hackett said. “I think Dalton stands a good chance (at a state bid). The others may have a tougher go of it, but they definitely have a chance.”

power-play advantage again after a slashing penalty was given to Mullan. This time, the Bears weren’t able to squeeze a goal out of it, and to make matters worse, were hit with a penalty for too many men on the ice with 1:33 left. The Bears rode out the final minute with a 4-on-3 man disadvantage to force the game to a shootout. In the shootout, Loggins and Matthew Nuttle scored on Quinn, while the Brown Bears’ combination of Albin Karlsson, Judd Loewenstein, Nathan Colwell and Alec Butcher failed to get the puck past Wild goalie Chase Perry. Beauparlant recalled a game situation earlier in the season

when the opposing team had seven players on the ice for nearly 15 seconds, but were not called for a penalty because “they were not involved in the play”, and the Bears ended up losing that game 2-1. “Tonight was the same deal, our guy wasn’t involved in the play,” Beauparlant said. “We had a three-on-two, and so our guy jumped a couple of feet early and it was a tough call. All we’re looking for is the consistency.” The Brown Bears and Wild face off again today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex.

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First period — 1. Kenai River, Spellman (Karlsson, Stefan), pp, 8:58. Penalties — Wenatchee 1 for 2:00. Second period — 2. Wenatchee, Powlowski (Rauter, Ahlgren), 8:24. Penalties — Wenatchee 1 for 2:00; Kenai River 2 for 4:00. Third period — 3. Wenatchee, Mullan (Loggins, Demario), 2:44; 4. Kenai River, Gessert (Butcher, Andrews), pp, 7:19; 5. Kenai River, Davidson (Berglund, Fuchs), pp, 10:22; 6. Wenatchee, Pison (Salvato, Rauter), ea, 19:14. Penalties — Wenatchee 2 for 4:00. Overtime — none. Penalties — Wenatchee 1 for 2:00; Kenai River 1 for 2:00. Shootout — Wenatchee 2 (Loggins G, Rauter NG, Ahlgren NG, Nuttle G); Kenai River 0 (Karlsson NG, Loewenstein NG, Colwell NG, Butcher NG). Shots on goal — Wenatchee 14-12-15-7— 48; Kenai River 9-10-6-1—26. Goalies — Wenatchee, Perry (26 shots, 23 saves); Kenai River, Quinn (48 shots, 45 saves). Power plays — Wenatchee 0 for 3; Kenai River 3 for 5.

Schumacher starts to come out of coma ROB HARRIS AP Sports Writer

Michael Schumacher’s doctors have started the process of bringing the former Formula One champion out of the coma he has been in since a skiing accident a month ago, his man-

ager said Thursday. The 45-year-old Schumacher suffered serious head injuries when he fell and hit the right side of his helmet on a rock in the French resort of Meribel on Dec. 29. The seven-time F1 champion has been in an induced coma in Grenoble Uni-

versity Hospital since then, although his condition stabilized following surgery after initially being described as critical. And now doctors are slowly trying to wake him up. “Michael’s sedation is being reduced in order to allow the start of the waking up process

which may take a long time,” Schumacher’s manager, Sabine Kehm, said in a statement. One reason for reducing the sedation is to see if the swelling has gone down in the patient’s brain and to assess what level of functions has been retained.

Hockey NHL Standings Atlantic Division GP W L Boston 53 34 16 Tampa Bay 54 31 18 Toronto 56 29 21 Montreal 54 29 20 Ottawa 54 24 20 Detroit 53 23 19 Florida 54 21 26 Buffalo 53 15 30 Metropolitan Division Pittsburgh 54 38 14 N.Y. Rangers 55 29 23 Columbus 54 27 23 Philadelphia 55 26 23 Carolina 53 24 20 New Jersey 55 23 21 Washington 54 24 22 N.Y. Islanders 56 21 27

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WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division Chicago 56 33 10 13 79 199 156 St. Louis 52 36 11 5 77 180 119 Colorado 53 34 14 5 73 158 141 Minnesota 56 29 21 6 64 137 140 Dallas 54 24 21 9 57 156 160 Nashville 55 24 23 8 56 136 166 Winnipeg 55 25 25 5 55 155 162 Pacific Division Anaheim 56 40 11 5 85 189 137 San Jose 55 34 15 6 74 166 133 Los Angeles 56 30 20 6 66 134 120 Vancouver 55 27 19 9 63 139 143 Phoenix 54 25 19 10 60 156 163 Calgary 54 20 27 7 47 128 170 Edmonton 56 18 32 6 42 147 190 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Thursday’s Games Montreal 4, Boston 1 Toronto 6, Florida 3 Columbus 5, Washington 2 Ottawa 5, Tampa Bay 3 New Jersey 3, Dallas 2, OT Colorado 5, Minnesota 4 Calgary 4, San Jose 1 Buffalo 3, Phoenix 2 Anaheim 5, Philadelphia 3 Pittsburgh 4, Los Angeles 1 Friday’s Games N.Y. Islanders at N.Y. Rangers, 3 p.m. St. Louis at Carolina, 3 p.m. Washington at Detroit, 3:30 p.m. New Jersey at Nashville, 4 p.m. Vancouver at Winnipeg, 4:30 p.m. Saturday’s Games Edmonton at Boston, 9 a.m. Tampa Bay at Montreal, 9 a.m. Buffalo at Colorado, 11 a.m. Philadelphia at Los Angeles, Noon Ottawa at Toronto, 3 p.m. Florida at Columbus, 3 p.m. Nashville at St. Louis, 4 p.m. Pittsburgh at Phoenix, 4 p.m. Minnesota at Calgary, 6 p.m. Dallas at Anaheim, 6 p.m. Chicago at San Jose, 6:30 p.m. All Times AST

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just wrestles where he is, he’s right in there.” Coach Steffensen said he expects to be bringing about 15 athletes to the conference tournament. Last year, Kenai qualified six wrestlers to the state tournament. Along with the two Steffensen brothers, the Kardinals will be represented by leading contenders such as seniors Shawn Burdick at 132 pounds, Mike Olson at 152 pounds, Dustin Everitt at 138 pounds, and Tyler Brown at 195 pounds. Then there’s a junior class comprised of Dylan Carter at 160 pounds (ranked fifth), Kyle Hunter at 182 pounds (ranked sixth) and Colony transfer Matt VanderMartin at 132 pounds. Sophomores Andrew Welborn at 170 pounds and Zach Koziczkowski at 220 pounds (ranked fifth) also expect to place high, and freshman Kelcei Zoda at 98 pounds adds to the mix. “I guess my attitude is, you enjoy the day, getting prepared, and you hope they can do it,” Stan Steffensen said. “You take

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WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division San Antonio 33 13 Houston 31 17 Dallas 26 21 Memphis 24 20 New Orleans 19 26 Northwest Division Oklahoma City 37 10 Portland 33 13 Minnesota 23 22 Denver 22 22 Utah 16 29 Pacific Division L.A. Clippers 33 16 Phoenix 28 18 Golden State 28 19 L.A. Lakers 16 30 Sacramento 15 30

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Thursday’s Games Phoenix 102, Indiana 94 New York 117, Cleveland 86 Golden State 111, L.A. Clippers 92 Friday’s Games Milwaukee at Orlando, 3 p.m. Atlanta at Philadelphia, 3:30 p.m. Memphis at Minnesota, 4 p.m. Oklahoma City at Brooklyn, 4 p.m. Sacramento at Dallas, 4:30 p.m. Toronto at Denver, 5 p.m. Charlotte at L.A. Lakers, 6:30 p.m. Golden State at Utah, 6:30 p.m. Saturday’s Games Brooklyn at Indiana, 3 p.m. Oklahoma City at Washington, 3 p.m. Philadelphia at Detroit, 3:30 p.m. Minnesota at Atlanta, 3:30 p.m. Cleveland at Houston, 4 p.m. Milwaukee at Memphis, 4 p.m. Chicago at New Orleans, 4 p.m. Sacramento at San Antonio, 4:30 p.m. Miami at New York, 4:30 p.m. Charlotte at Phoenix, 5 p.m. Toronto at Portland, 6 p.m. Utah at L.A. Clippers, 6:30 p.m. All Times AST

Women’s Scores EAST Albany (NY) 66, Stony Brook 51 Buffalo 58, Miami (Ohio) 56 Delaware 74, Northeastern 65 Drexel 66, William & Mary 42 Iona 68, Fairfield 55 Manhattan 62, Siena 55 Mass.-Lowell 65, Binghamton 54 Monmouth (NJ) 52, St. Peter’s 41 Pittsburgh 67, Boston College 65 SOUTH Austin Peay 86, Murray St. 71 Campbell 63, Longwood 54 Cent. Arkansas 65, McNeese St. 50 Clemson 80, Georgia Tech 79, OT Duke 76, Miami 75 East Carolina 64, Old Dominion 63 Florida 75, Alabama 67 Florida Gulf Coast 85, Lipscomb 67

Georgia 58, Kentucky 56 Georgia St. 63, South Alabama 55 High Point 94, Liberty 89, 2OT Jacksonville 73, ETSU 56 LSU 65, Mississippi St. 56 NC State 72, Maryland 63 Nicholls St. 71, Oral Roberts 60 Northwestern St. 72, Incarnate Word 66 Presbyterian 55, UNC Asheville 41 Radford 63, Coastal Carolina 62 SC-Upstate 62, North Florida 51 SE Louisiana 84, New Orleans 55 South Carolina 99, Mississippi 70 Stetson 90, N. Kentucky 66 Syracuse 78, North Carolina 73 Tennessee 70, Arkansas 60 Texas A&M 71, Auburn 54 Virginia 64, Wake Forest 59 Winthrop 59, Charleston Southern 48 MIDWEST Akron 82, Toledo 62 Bowling Green 78, Ohio 62 Cent. Michigan 82, E. Michigan 67 Green Bay 74, Oakland 58 IPFW 81, Nebraska-Omaha 71 IUPUI 77, W. Illinois 60 Michigan St. 71, Wisconsin 67 Missouri 59, Vanderbilt 54 North Dakota 82, E. Washington 60 Northwestern 58, Indiana 52 Notre Dame 74, Virginia Tech 48 Ohio St. 90, Illinois 64 Penn St. 75, Purdue 72 S. Dakota St. 72, Denver 61 South Dakota 83, N. Dakota St. 70

75 Charlotte 62, FAU 53 Cincinnati 69, Louisville 66 Davidson 94, Chattanooga 51 E. Kentucky 89, UT-Martin 66 Elon 74, W. Carolina 60 Florida 62, Mississippi St. 51 Georgia Southern 83, The Citadel 52 Lipscomb 88, Jacksonville 76 Louisiana-Monroe 72, Arkansas St. 65 Marshall 80, FIU 68 Middle Tennessee 84, East Carolina 67 New Orleans 90, SE Louisiana 85 Nicholls St. 73, Oral Roberts 72, OT North Florida 67, N. Kentucky 66 Northwestern St. 100, Incarnate Word 86 Tennessee St. 81, Tennessee Tech 68 UAB 75, Old Dominion 66 UNC Greensboro 66, Appalachian St. 61 W. Kentucky 77, Texas-Arlington 72 MIDWEST Grand Canyon 76, Chicago St. 75 IPFW 86, Nebraska-Omaha 82 Marquette 61, Providence 50 Michigan 75, Purdue 66 Milwaukee 68, Wright St. 64 N. Dakota St. 66, South Dakota 63 Nebraska 60, Indiana 55 W. Illinois 69, IUPUI 54 SOUTHWEST

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Lamar 59, Houston Baptist 57 Sam Houston St. 78, Texas A&MCC 74 Stephen F. Austin 64, Abilene Christian 48 UALR 80, Louisiana-Lafayette 69 UTEP 89, Louisiana Tech 79 UTSA 89, Rice 76 Utah Valley 67, Texas-Pan American 53

CS Bakersfield 86, New Mexico St. 63 CS Northridge 71, UC Riverside 61 Cal Poly 81, UC Davis 72 Gonzaga 89, Santa Clara 37 Grand Canyon 84, Chicago St. 53 Idaho St. 62, Sacramento St. 53 Long Beach St. 74, Hawaii 71 N. Arizona 96, Weber St. 87 N. Colorado 77, Portland St. 60 Pacific 80, San Diego 70 S. Utah 87, Montana St. 81 Saint Mary’s (Cal) 75, BY 70 San Francisco 74, Portland 73 Stanford 70, California 64 Texas-Pan American 64, Utah Valley 54 UC Irvine 77, UC Santa Barbara 60

BYU 88, Pacific 78 CS Northridge 93, UC Riverside 89, OT Montana 69, S. Utah 61 New Mexico St. 89, CS Bakersfield 86 North Dakota 73, E. Washington 61 Oregon St. 76, Southern Cal 75, OT Portland St. 80, N. Colorado 57 S. Dakota St. 74, Denver 73 Sacramento St. 84, Idaho St. 78 San Diego 61, Saint Mary’s (Cal) 43 UC Davis 62, Cal Poly 58 UC Santa Barbara 80, UC Irvine 60 UCLA 70, Oregon 68 Weber St. 76, N. Arizona 67

SOUTHWEST Houston Baptist 76, Lamar 66 Sam Houston St. 79, Texas A&MCC 76 Stephen F. Austin 80, Abilene Christian 59

Men’s Scores EAST Canisius 86, Quinnipiac 74 Marist 75, Monmouth (NJ) 73 Mount St. Mary’s 87, Fairleigh Dickinson 82, OT Robert Morris 79, Bryant 76 Siena 66, Niagara 62 St. Francis (Pa.) 69, CCSU 63 UConn 80, Houston 43 Wagner 75, LIU Brooklyn 68 SOUTH Auburn 74, Alabama 55 Cent. Arkansas 76, McNeese St.

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Transactions BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Purchased the contract of 1B Carlos Diaz from the Mexico City Reds. Signed 3B Jomar Reyes and assigned him and Diaz to the Gulf Coast League. CLEVELAND INDIANS — Extended the player development contract with the Mahoning Valley (NYP) for two seasons through 2016.

MINNESOTA TWINS — Released LHP Andrew Albers. NEW YORK YANKEES — Added Kendall Carter, Brandon Duckworth, Joe Espada, Dan Giese and Dennis Twombley to the major league/professional scouting department. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA — Announced the board of governors approved the appointment of Mark Tatum to deputy commissioner and chief operating officer. Promoted Bill Koenig to president, global media distribution; Sal LaRocca to president, global operations and merchandising; and Danny Meiseles to president and executive producer, content. HOUSTON ROCKETS — Recalled G Isaiah Canaan from Rio Grande Valley (NBADL). NEW YORK KNICKS — Recalled C Cole Aldrich, G Toure’ Murry and F Jeremy Tyler from Erie (NBADL). FOOTBALL National Football League TENNESSEE TITANS — Named Nick Eason assistant defensive line coach. Canadian Football League CALGARY STAMPEDERS — Resigned LS Randy Chevrier. EDMONTON ESKIMOS — Release QB Kerry Joseph. SASKATCHEWAN ROUGHRIDERS — Re-signed DB Macho Harris and DB Troy Stoudermire. Released SB Weston Dressler. HOCKEY National Hockey League CALGARY FLAMES — Assigned C Blair Jones to Abbotsford (AHL). CAROLINA HURRICANES — Activated G Cam Ward from injured reserve and assigned him to Charlotte (AHL) for conditioning. DALLAS STARS — Recalled F Dustin Jeffrey from Texas (AHL). MONTREAL CANADIENS — Recalled F Christian Thomas from Hamilton (AHL). NHL Players Association NHLPA — Announced the retirement of LW Jay Pandolfo. SOCCER Major League Soccer LA GALAXY — Signed MF Stefan Ishizaki. PHILADELPHIA UNION — Signed MF Vincent Nogueira. SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC — Sold F Fredy Montero to Sporting Lisbon (Portugal). SPORTING KANSAS CITY — Signed D Chance Myers. COLLEGE METRO ATLANTIC ATHLETiC CONFERENCE — Named Glenn M. Wong legal counsel. CHOWAN — Named Ashley Wells assistant to the director of athletics. GEORGETOWN — Announced the resignation of football coach Kevin Kelly to become the defensive coordinator at Ball State. MINOT STATE — Named Todd Hoffner football coach. NOTRE DAME — Promoted Mike Denbrock to offensive coordinator. ST. SCHOLASTICA — Announced the retirement of football coach Greg Carlson.

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Ingredients • 1 cup canola oil • 12 garlic cloves, peeled • 3 tablespoons canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce • ¼ cup fresh cilantro • Grated zest of 1 lime • 1 teaspoon salt

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Directions Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Pour oil into heavy, oven-proof, medium saucepan and add garlic. Cover pan with foil, and roast until garlic turns soft and light-brown, about 45 minutes. Remove pan from oven and let garlic and oil cool to room temperature. Put garlic and oil in a blender or food processor. Add chipotles and adobo sauce, cilantro, lime zest, and salt. Puree mixture until very smooth. Store in a tightly closed container in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in freezer for up to one month. There was a time when cans of chipotles in adobo sauce were scarce on the Kenai Peninsula, but they’re fairly common now. I make one batch of this sauce at a time, and store the remaining chipotles in a covered bowl in the refrigerator. After the sauce has “rested” for a while, the garlic-infused oil rises to the top. When you use it, be sure to dig down and scoop up the good stuff from the bottom. I like to finish grilling meat, and then, just before serving it, brush both sides with a little “love.” As with anything that’s this See PALMER, page C-2

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hile rooting around in the freezer, if you find a hunk of “mystery meat” that’s been in there long enough to qualify for a PFD check, here’s a sauce recipe that will turn it into something good to eat. I found this recipe about a year ago in a book on Mexican cooking, “Simple Food, Big Flavors,” by restaurant owner and Food Network star Aaron Sanchez. The sauce is so simple to make, and it tastes so good, you’ll wish you knew about it years ago. I’ve tried it on caribou, moose, beef, pork and chicken, and it beats anything I’ve ever tried. It would make plywood taste good. Chef Aaron says it’s so good, he’d swim in it, if he could. He calls it “Garlic-Chipotle Love.” By the way, if you like Mexican food, you’d like his book. I’ve made several of the sauces and dishes in it and tried them on family and friends. The dishes have been good enough that I find myself making them again and again. Here’s the recipe for GarlicChipotle Love:

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Officials share techniques for freeing pets from traps By TIM MOWRY Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

FAIRBANKS (AP) — Anyone who doesn’t believe a normal person with no knowledge of trapping can open a body-gripping Conibear trap should talk to Sarah DeGennaro. A wildlife technician at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in Fairbanks at the time, DeGennaro, who is also an artist, was asked to draw some illustrations to accompany a brochure the department was putting together for pet owners about how to release their pets from traps and snares. As part of her research, DeGennaro tried out the different release techniques for herself. She was able to open all the different types of traps, including leg-hold traps, body-gripping traps and snares. “That leash one is pretty difficult,” DeGennaro admitted, referring to a technique in which a dog leash is used to pull open the springs on a Conibear 330 body-gripping trap. “It’s strenuous to try to do that.” But DeGennaro, who knew nothing about trapping when she started the project, was able to do it. “I had to do that to try and figure out how the illustrations should look,” she said. In that sense, DeGennaro served as a guinea pig for the project. The newly released brochure, titled “Trap Safety for Pet Owners,” is part of a concerted AP Photo/Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, Eric Engman effort by ADFG and the Alaska Trappers AssociaBob Hunter demonstrates releasing a pet from a trap at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, tion to increase public education about trapping and Jan. 22, in Fairbanks, Alaska. A recently released brochure, titled “Trap Safety for Pet Owners,” is part reduce conflicts with pet owners. The pocket-sized, fold-up, brochure describes in of a concerted effort by ADFG and the Alaska Trappers Association to increase public education about trapping and reduce conflicts with pet owners. See PETS, page C-2

Old-fashioned “plinking” is alive and well By MARK FREEMAN Mail Tribune

MEDFORD, Ore. (AP) — Hard to imagine that the xBox age still is a time when a kid and his dad can spend an afternoon blowing through a box of .22-caliber shells in the good old pastime of shooting tin cans off the back fence. Old-fashioned “plinking” is alive and well across America. In fact, not only does it dominate the target-shooting world, target shooting is much larger — and shooters’ wallets are much fatter — than the gun industry ever imagined. A new study sponsored by the shooting sports industry shows target shooters make up an $8.2-billion industry that almost equals what hunters pay annually for guns, ammunition and other gun-related items. And basic, behind-the-barn plinking accounts for almost three-fourths of all target shooting with handguns and more than half of all rifle shots at targets in the United States, according to the study.

“I don’t think anybody really considers themselves a plinker,” says Bill Brassard, communications director of the National Shooting Sports Association, which sponsored the study. “It’s kind of an old-fashioned thing. “It’s good to know there are still places in the country where you can go out and do that sort of thing,” he says. The NSSA released the report, called “Target Shooting in America: Millions of Shooters, Billions of Dollars,” recently during its Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show, known commonly as the SHOT Show, in Las Vegas — the largest trade show of its kind in the world. The report provides the first clear look at U.S. target shooting-related purchases in the same sort of format that hunting-related expenditures have been tracked for decades. It includes state-by-state statistics for the number of target shooters, retail sales, taxes and jobs supported by target-shooting — ranging from ammunition manufacturing and sales jobs, but not the 5-cent deposit on the thousands of cans shot off fenceposts

across America annually. “It’s the first time it’s ever been quantified, really,” Brassard says. “It’s the first time we have numbers showing how many people are taking part in this activity.” The report provides plenty to chew on. Oregon has 426,307 target shooters who logged 14.8 million days shooting annually, the report states. That data includes only those who bought goods or services specifically for target-shooting and excludes air guns, the report states. In Oregon, target shooting contributed $354,248,428 to the state’s economy and supported 3,574 jobs, according to the report. Rifle and handgun shooting dominate targetshooting nationwide, followed by shotgun and muzzleloader shooting, according to the report. California and Texas are the top two states ranked by retail sales, and there are more target-shooters in America than there are people in New York State, the report states. See PLINK, page C-2

Common gardens may reveal uncommon choice of the balmy air and snow-free patches, and anyone who’s driven to Anchorage lately appreciates the clear, dry roads. Climate change is expected to have profound effect on regional and local ecosystems. Climate E lizabeth B ella models are one way to visualize what future landscapes will look like. Climate-biomes, or cliomes, are large-scale assemblages of species his unprecedented warm spell has us all and vegetation communities that we expect to thinking about climate, and the dramatic occur based on prevailing climate conditions. effects abnormal temperatures have on our Models illustrate that most regions across the seasonal expectations. Favorite winter activities state will have at least one big cliome shift in the have been curtailed by the warm, wet weather coming century. hunched over the region. On the plus side, heatSeveral different climate models applied to ing bills are lower, runners are taking advantage Alaska show similar results — the future western Kenai Peninsula climate may be similar to that of the prairies of Saskatchewan. Bark beetle outbreaks, rising temperatures, and changing precipitation patterns may cause fire frequency or intensity increases, nudging the landscape towards grasslands. On the eastern Kenai, a future coastal forest climate prevails, which may resemble the coastal rainforests of southern BC and Pacific Northwest more than current Sitka sprucemountain hemlock forests. Adaptive capacity refers to Kenai National Wildlife Refuge photo Above, Graphic by SNAP, http://www.snap.uaf.edu/ Spruce bark beetle followed by fire illustrates vegetation the ability of a species, habitat, A five-model climate scenario depicts the western Kenai as having a grassland climate by the See GARDEN, page C-2 year 2099. change in the Caribou Hills.

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MEXICO CITY — The stunning and little-understood annual migration of millions of Monarch butterflies to spend the winter in Mexico is in danger of disappearing, experts said Wednesday, after numbers dropped to their lowest level since recordkeeping began in 1993. Their report blamed the displacement of the milkweed the species feeds on by genetically modified crops and urban sprawl in the United States, extreme weather trends and the dramatic reduction of the butterflies’ habitat in Mexico due to illegal logging of the trees they depend on for shelter. After steep and steady declines in the previous three years, the black-and-orange butterflies now cover only 1.65 acres (0.67 hectares) in the pine and fir forests west of Mexico City, compared to 2.93 acres (1.19 hectares) last year, said the report released by the World Wildlife Fund, Mexico’s Environment Department and the Natural Protected Areas Commission. They covered more than 44.5 acres (18 hectares) at

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their recorded peak in 1996. Because the butterflies clump together by the thousands in trees, they are counted by the area they cover. While the Monarch is not in danger of extinction, the decline in their population now marks a statistical long-term trend and can no longer be seen as a combination of yearly or seasonal events, experts said. The announcement followed on the heels of the 20th anniversary of the North American Free Trade Agreement, which saw the United States, Mexico and Canada sign environmental accords to protect migratory species such as the Monarch. At the time, the butterfly was adopted as the symbol of trilateral cooperation. “Twenty years after the signing of NAFTA, the Monarch migration, the symbol of the three countries’ cooperation, is at serious risk of disappearing,” said Omar Vidal, the World Wildlife Fund director in Mexico. Lincoln Brower, a leading entomologist at Sweet Briar College in Virginia, wrote that “the migration is definitely proving to be an endangered biological phenomenon.”

Garlic-Chipotle Love always tastes good, but it’s best when the flavors of the cilantro and lime zest are fresh. Its salty, spicy, garlicky tang will perk up most any dish, including dips and spreads. Just thinking about it has me drooling on the keyboard.

detail the three kinds of traps that pet owners may encounter — foot-hold, body-grip and snares — and step-by-step instructions, complete with drawings by DeGennaro, on how to remove them. “It came out awesome,” said Mike Taras, a wildlife education specialist for ADFG in Fairbanks who worked on the brochure. The brochure includes suggestions for a “trap removal tool kit” that pet owners can carry with them in the event an animal is caught in a trap. The kit includes things like a stout rope or strong leash that’s eight feet long, something to use for a muzzle to avoid getting bit, bailing wire or zip ties to hold open trap springs and a piece of wood to put under a trap to keep it from sinking in the snow. The brochure also contains general information about trapping that pet owners should know, such as keeping dogs on leashes when walking in the woods, never trying to release a wild animal, and being aware that it is illegal to tamper with legally set traps or snares. Joe Letarte, president of the Alaska Trappers Association in Fairbanks, was happy the way the brochure turned out. Given the sensitivity of the topic in-

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good, there’s such as thing as too much of it. A teaspoon of canola oil contains about 40 Continued from page C-1 calories. If that means doing a little more of something that Les Palmer can be reached or ecosystem to accommodate day to work those off, I think or cope with climate change at les.palmer@rocketmail.com. you’ll find that it’s worth whatimpacts with minimal disrupever it takes. tion. The Kenai Peninsula has relatively high biological diversity, located between sold for hunting and target- the coastal and boreal forest cliomes, but the distribution of shooting. The report also relies on tree species is curious. GlaciaContinued from page C-1 manufacturers’ excise taxes as tion and other major geographic features may have kept spereported by federal agencies. The report doesn’t assert that cies from filling in their current The category of “plinking or informal” target shooting target-shooting is as relevant to potential range, such as mounaccounts for 73 percent of par- the American economy as hunt- tain hemlock’s absence from ticipation among rifle-shooters. ing, which accounts for $8.4 most of the south peninsula. Sighting in rifles is a distant billion in firearms and firearms- Trees, as slow-growing, sedentary organisms, may have low second, accounting for 22 per- related sales annually. Target-shooters, for instance, adaptive capacity. cent of the activity. Only 6 perClimate and forest growth recent of target shooting involves typically don’t buy waterproof high-powered rifles and silhou- camouflage suits, tree stands, search in Canada suggests that stay in as many hotels or travel many tree species are already ette targets, the report states. lagging up to 80 miles in latiAmong rifle-shooters, 57 far distances. “Target-shooting is much tude outside their ideal climate percent are plinkers, slightly above the 52 percent who tar- more localized,” Brassard says range. Certain populations of get shoot to sight in their rifles. from the SHOT Show floor, trees, at higher elevations or at Benchrest shooting accounts where media credentials had to edges of their optimal climate for a quarter of all target shoot- be cut off at 2,500 because of range, may be more susceptible to climate change due to gespace. ing. Coupled with other stud- netic isolation. Actual lag time Last spring, NSSA and the Association of Fish and Wildlife ies that show one in five gun depends on non-climate factors Agencies released its “Hunting owners is less than 5 years into including seed dispersal ability, in America” economic and par- shooting, the study concludes photoperiod requirements, or ticipation report to a room full target-shooters tend to be soil type compatibility. In the of hunting and shooting-sports younger, more female and more interior, seed dispersal capability is limiting tree species’ abilurban-based, Brassard says. writers. “In many ways, they reflect ity to move northward, causing “What we heard a lot from the audience was, ‘what about the changing face in target a serious lag at the front end of northward migration and subtarget shooting?’ “ Brassard shooting,” he says. And that face may look far sequent decline at the southern says. The report authors relied on more familiar than many ex- range edge. Adaptive management detarget-shooting participants as pect. cisions may include planting “There are many more gun reported by the National Sporting Goods Association mul- owners than one might think,” or transporting species to cope tiplied by the average annual Brassard says. “They might not with the lag. Assisted migration expenditures on firearms as talk about it in the workplace is one adaptive practice, involvreported by Southwick Associ- or socially, but they are avid ing the deliberate movement ates’ annual report for the in- target-shooters, from just plain of species from their current dustry. Estimates were broken plinking all the way up to com- climate niche to their projected climate niche. Understanding down by weapons, and deduc- petitive shooting. what species will grow, survive, “Because it’s fun,” he says. tions were made for firearms

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volved, the brochure received considerable critical review, he said. “There were a lot of people involved in it,” he said. “It was a lot of work and I think the end result is pretty good. I think it’s going to benefit everybody.” Letarte said the brochure was tested out on other non-trappers like DeGennaro. “We had people who knew nothing about trapping or traps do it,” he said. “They were able to read the brochure and open the Conibear.” The department printed 5,000 of the brochures, which are available free from ADFG offices. The brochure may also be viewed and downloaded on ADFG’s website at www.adfg. alaska.gov. The department also recently produced a series of five videos showing pet owners how to open the different traps featured in the brochure, including bodygrip, coil-spring, jump, longspring, and snares. The videos are posted on ADFG’s website (www.adfg.alaska.gov). “They really show you how these traps work,” said Taras, who produced the videos.Bob Hunter, hunter education coordinator for ADFG in Fairbanks, starred in the videos. Hunter used his daughter’s stuffed husky as a dummy in the videos and the traps he used were painted blaze orange for better visibility. “It worked out pretty well,” said Hunter, who joked that

he’s hoping his role will earn him an invitation to the Cannes Film Festival. Granted, if a body-grip trap works the way it’s supposed to, there’s a good chance it will kill a dog before it can be released, Hunter said. Body-gripping traps like Conibears are designed to kill animals quickly by breaking their necks, he said. “It depends on the size of the dog, the size of the trap, how it gets caught and its initial reaction to the trap,” Hunter said of freeing a dog from a large, body-grip trap. “It’s not like you can just squeeze it here and you’re done. You have to know how it works and use the leash properly to get leverage.” In the video, it’s obvious that Hunter has to use considerable effort to get the trap open. “We tried not to downplay it,” he said. “It’s not easy but it can be done.” To that end, Hunters offers tips in the video such as using a round leash instead of a flat leash because flat leashes can get caught on the gap in the springs and bind up. He also emphasizes quick action and warns pet owners to be careful about injuring their dogs when trying to release them from traps. Overall, Hunter said the videos turned out “very well.” “They’re very brief and they go through the different positions to get better leverage,” he said. Granted, most dogs prob-

ably won’t be nearly as cooperative as his daughter’s stuffed husky, Hunter said, but the videos “give people a better idea of how the traps work.” The idea for the brochure and videos came as a result of increased demand from the public for workshops on how to release pets from traps, mainly in the Southcentral region, Taras said. After searching the Internet for other videos on releasing pets from traps, Taras said the department decided to make their own. “It was hard to find good, quick videos that show you exactly how to get your pet out in the proper way,” he said. “The stuff we have right now it the best out there.” Like the brochure, the videos received considerable scrutiny. In fact, some lastminute editing was required after it was noted that Hunter used the term leg-hold instead of foot-hold twice in the video, even though the term leg-hold has been used for more than 100 years. DeGennaro was happy to help with the project and said she hopes it will help reduce conflicts between trappers and pet owners. “I think it’s great to have pet owners know traps might be out on trails and they need to be aware and ready if anything happens,” she said. “Hopefully it can save some dogs’ lives.”

and reproduce in new climates is essential to smart adaptive choices. To directly study tree growth, we aim to install a series of common garden sites at varying latitudes on the western Kenai. Also known as a transplant experiment, common gardens include a variety of species and genetic varieties (genotypes) planted under uniform conditions. We want to know if local genotypes will persist — and if locals aren’t going to make it, we want to know what our best options are. We plan to include various genotypes of local species including Sitka spruce, white spruce, and quaking aspen. Resident species may have particular genotypes that grow and survive better in changing climates. For example, white spruce that is stunted and slow-growing at high elevations in British Columbia may outstrip local white spruce growth rates when they

are planted together, or may be able to resist new types of insects or disease that resident genotypes succumb to. We will also plant common forest species from nearby cliomes, such as Douglas-fir, Engelmann spruce, Pacific silver fir, western redcedar, yellow-cedar (suitable for moister forests of the projected future eastern Kenai), and ponderosa pine, Siberian and western larch, western hemlock, western white pine, and lodgepole pine (for drier cliomes like the western Kenai). Yellowcedar is already declining in Southeast Alaska, attributed to warmer winters, an example of a lagging species. Other species have already been planted up here, including lodgepole pine and various larch species. Lodgepole pine is not native to the Kenai Peninsula, but is found just over in the Yukon Territory and near Haines, as well as throughout Southeast

Alaska (the closely related shore pine). The future landscape story is just starting to unfold as we work to understand the intersection of shifting cliomes and adaptive management choices. The idea of bison grazing in grassland patches between resilient pine forests, or elk frolicking in south coastal rainforest, may be far-fetched now — but maybe not in a century.We may be heading towards a decline in diversity due to range lags, so options for creating a novel landscape of the future are intriguing, especially considering our summer-like temperatures this January! Dr. Elizabeth Bella is an ecologist at Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. You can find more information about the Refuge at http://kenai.fws.gov or http://www.facebook.com/ kenainationalwildliferefuge.

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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT AT KENAI In the Matter of a Change of Name for: BRYDEN MAXWELL GREGORY Current Name of Minor Child Case No: 3KN-13-00832CI

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Family’s ties begin to fray under man’s relentless anger DEAR ABBY: My husband is a hard worker, a good provider and a good dad. However, he’s angry all the time. It has been this way for as long as I can remember. He is aware of it, and always promises me that when this or that settles down, things will get better, but they never do. When he sees something on TV or reads something in the paper that upsets him, he can say really vile and violent things. Often when he thinks things the kids and I do are not good enough, he borders on being verbally abusive. His friends say I’m a “saint” for putting up with him, but lately all I feel is tired out and worn down by it. I have spoken to him about this numerous times, and it improves for a few days, then it starts all over. I’m not sure how much longer I can last. He reads your column, and I’m hoping he’ll see this and realize how bad things really are. I have asked him to go to counseling, but he hasn’t been willing. Do you think there’s anything I can do besides leaving that will make him see what he is doing to me and the kids? — READY TO LEAVE DEAR READY TO LEAVE: Your husband may be a good provider and a hard worker, but I seriously question whether he is as good a dad as you would like to think. Children need their parents’ encouragement and approval, as well as their patience and counsel. When they are given a constant barrage of angry putdowns from a parent, they begin to internalize it. They think such behavior is normal, which

means they will repeat it in their relationships when they are older. Or, they may think they deserve to be treated that way and choose mates who treat them like Dad did. Kids with low self-esteem also tend to choose friends who are like themselves, which can cause even more problems. There is something you can do besides leave right Abigail Van Buren now. Make an appointment for YOURSELF with a licensed psychotherapist and take the children with you. That way, your husband can foot the bill while all of you get your heads straight and you make up your mind if you’re serious about leaving. (Alternatively, he can finally admit he needs help with his anger issues and schedule an appointment for himself.) DEAR ABBY: I’m engaged to be married soon, and I’m concerned about a commitment my fiance, “Jeff,” made to his older sister “Beth.” Beth is planning on having a child through a sperm donor and has asked Jeff to be a “father figure” once the child is born. He has doubts about the wisdom of her plan to parent a child alone, but he doesn’t want to hurt her feelings and

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Hints from Heloise more of what you want. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH You have been very sure of yourself lately and perhaps too hard on someone you care about. At a certain point, you will need to give up your grievances and move forward in a positive manner. Tonight: Act as if there will never be another Friday night. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHH Use your instincts in an important conversation. Understand that much more is going on than meets the eye. You have a strong will, and you’ll sense what is needed to end a personal issue. Stress on your finances will ease up soon enough. Tonight: Head home. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH You will experience an unusual urge to spend. Much of that desire is being fueled by a personal situation. You tend to pick up much more of what is going on than what is being verbalized. Tonight: You deserve to have some fun. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Be aware of your effect on others. Sometimes you are pushed way beyond what you can handle. Think through a problem by getting more feedback. A domestic issue will resolve, given some time and perspective. Tonight: Make it OK to be a little overindulgent. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHH You might sense a change in the air, but you are uncomfortable with change. Relax, and understand that others might not be on the same level as you. Do some deep thinking before you act. You will rejuvenate as the day goes on. Tonight: All smiles — it’s Friday!

Kids in the kitchen Dear Readers: If you have small children at home or ones who visit, you know the kitchen can be the heart of the home, but it also holds a lot of hazards for little ones. It is a fun place to play and be with the rest of the family. Here are a few hints to keep your little ones safe while still letting them have fun! * Trash can: What else can you say but “yuck”? To keep your children away from the trash, invest in a can with a lockable lid (or one they can’t open), or place the trash can in a cabinet out of their reach. * Refrigerator: Once a child learns how to open the refrigerator, you’d better watch out! If you allow children access, put ONLY SAFE items on the lowest shelf. Replace glass containers with plastic, or place them on the highest shelf, in the back. If you don’t want your child to have access, invest in a fridge lock, which probably is a good idea anyway. * Cabinets: Children always are curious, and they love to open and close things. Let your child have a lower cabinet all his or her own. Put safe things in there, like plastic bowls, lids, wooden spoons, etc. Use childproof locks on all other cabinets!! Hope these hints help keep your little ones safe! Just remember, no matter where they are, supervision is key! — Heloise P.S.: Most importantly, you must move all cleaning supplies from under the sink or use a childproof lock. This also is a potential lifesaving hint as a reminder to grandparents: Get childproof locks for that under-sink cabinet!

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Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. The difficulty level of the Conceptis Sudoku increases from Monday to Friday.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHH You could question a decision more than you need to. Recognize your limits in the present situation, and resist pushing too hard. In fact, the less you push, the more you will receive. You might not be as cautious as you need to be with your finances. Tonight: Your treat. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH You’ll respond positively to someone’s efforts to draw you in. Relating closely happens naturally when you are with this person. Rethink a decision, and be aware of the consequences. You are instinctive in your reactions. Tonight: Follow the music. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH You are able to see a personal matter differently from how many people do. You will want to communicate your vision more fully than you have in the past. A loved one could be rather stern and difficult. You might want to have a longoverdue conversation. Tonight: Time for a talk. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Others insist on dominating the scene, no matter what is going on. Your feelings could come out in an odd way or through spending. Working with someone else might elicit powerful responses from you. Be aware of this. Tonight: With a favorite person. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH You might feel as though you are carrying a burden alone, but that is not the case. You will get a better grasp of a situation later in the day. In fact, in the next few days, you will be gaining an enhanced perspective of several important matters. Tonight: Beam in

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is flattered to have been asked to fulfill such an important task. He agreed to do it without discussing it with me. Beth is very nice, and Jeff’s family has embraced me and I don’t want to cause trouble. Jeff and I plan on having several children of our own, and we also plan to move out of state in the next few years. I am wondering how this commitment will affect that possibility. I am uncomfortable with Jeff making a lifelong commitment to serve as a father figure to another person’s child, especially when he hasn’t established what it entails. I’m worried that this will cause conflict in our marriage if he goes through with it. Am I overreacting? I know I need to discuss this with my fiance. How do you suggest I proceed? — UNSURE IN THE MIDWEST DEAR UNSURE: You’re not overreacting, and I agree that before this goes any further, you and Jeff need to talk. Open the discussion by telling him that you’re not comfortable and why. Suggest he talk to his sister and find out EXACTLY what she meant when she asked him to be a father figure. He also needs to tell her he may have spoken too soon when he agreed, because he had not first discussed it with you and that the two of you plan to leave the state in the next few years. She needs that important information because it may alter her choice about who should fill that important role.

Jacqueline Bigar’s Stars HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Jan. 31, 2014: This year you flip-flop from one stance to another, and it causes confusion in others’ perceptions. People have always seen you as steadfast; now that you are changing styles, you can expect some strong reactions. You demand a lot from others, and you also have strong expectations financially. If you are single, the person you choose today might not be your longterm choice. Try not to make any commitments for at least a year; if the person still is of interest to you then, you know you have a winner. If you are attached, your partner could be thrown off by your changing attitude. Explain where you are coming from more often. PISCES helps you make and spend money. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHHYou could feel uncomfortable about a matter revolving around your household. You might have pushed someone away. You’ll discover that a partner is energized and finally ready to pitch in. You instinctively pick up on others’ nonverbal cues. Tonight: TGIF! TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH You could be overwhelmed by everything that is happening. A loved one’s response might not warm the cockles of your heart. Understand where you are coming from in regard to this person. Consider establishing some limits. Tonight: Celebrate the weekend in style.

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Did you know? Removing Those Pesky Pet Odors

More and more, pets are becoming indispensable members of the family. Because they provide unconditional love and a constant buddy to pal around with, pets enjoy a popularity in families that’s simply unmatched. That popularity, however, can be tempered by some of the less disagreeable things a pet can bring to the relationship. Perhaps the least desirable trait some pets carry with them is odor. While these odors may become less noticeable the longer you live with your pet, that doesn’t make them any less apparent to guests, who often pick up on the odors immediately. Fortunately, answering the following questions can help reduce pet odor. • What’s the cause? Why your pet suddenly smells can be the result of many things, and finding out the cause is the first step to eradicating the problem. If you have a backyard where your pet frequently plays, watch him as he plays. He could be rolling around in areas that are contributing to his body odor. Matting of fur can also lock in dirt and odor. Also, make sure you keep his outdoor play areas clean and well-groomed. For example, don’t allow fecal matter to pile up in the backyard, as the chances of your pet rolling around in it are great if you do. If the cause isn’t something outdoors, it must be something internal, be it inside your house or apartment or inside your pet, such as a virus or health condition. Be sure to clean your pet’s resting area often, and bathe your pet regularly, especially in warmer months. Also, be sure in summertime to leave windows

open when you’re not at home during the day to allow fresh air in. If you suspect the odor is resulting from a physical condition your pet is experiencing, schedule a visit to the veterinarian as soon as possible. • Are you doing your part? Even if your pet is house trained, he might become sick and urinate or defecate or even vomit indoors as a result. How you clean these accidents can have a long-lasting affect. If your home is carpeted, accidents need to be thoroughly cleaned immediately. Liquids can be effectively removed from the carpet by placing a handful of paper towels on the spot, then standing on it. By doing so, the liquids are being displaced from the carpet and onto the paper towels. Once you’ve removed as much liquid as possible, apply carpet cleaner or deodorizer to remove any lingering odors. Be careful, however, that what you use is not harmful to your pet. • Is your pet learning anything? If your pet keeps witnessing you cleaning up after him yet continues soiling the house, chances are he needs behavior training. If that’s the case, ask your veterinarian for a recommendation. Some behaviorists might specialize in treating only certain behaviors. On the other hand, if your pet is fully aware that soiling the carpet is wrong, it could be a sign of something greater, such as a urinary tract infection. Again, consult your veterinarian and decide the best course of action.

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60% OF THE AVERAGE HOMEOWNERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WEALTH COMES FROM THEIR HOMEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EQUITY. ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIKE A SAVINGS PLAN YOU DIDNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T KNOW YOU HAD.

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There’s a reason homeownership is the foundation of the American Dream. Over time, owning your home has proved to be a good decision. And while lately the economy has presented some challenges, it has also helped us focus on what matters most. It’s reminded us that home is where we make memories, build our future and feel comfortable and secure. When you’re ready, a REALTOR®, a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, can help you find the home that’s right for you. REALTORS® are prepared—to answer your questions, show you options and guide you home.

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