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State addresses COVID-19 case data backlog

More than 1,600 positive cases were reported late by new commercial lab in Anchorage

5 days ago
by Megan Pacer

Homer City Hall. (Homer News file photo)

Deadlines approaching for city economic relief grants

Application deadline extended for rent, mortgage relief program

1 week ago
by Megan Pacer

In this undated photo issued by the University of Oxford, a volunteer is administered the coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University, in Oxford, England. Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca said Monday Nov. 23, 2020, that late-stage trials showed its coronavirus vaccine was up to 90% effective, giving public health officials hope they may soon have access to a vaccine that is cheaper and easier to distribute than some of its rivals. (University of Oxford/John Cairns via AP)

State health officials: Vaccine could arrive next month

Vulnerable populations are first.

1 week ago
by Peter Segall

DHSS encourages COVID-positive Alaskans to do their own contact tracing

In a Monday release, DHSS said that surging COVID-19 cases are creating a data backlog

1 week ago
by Ashlyn O'Hara

City Council votes to reinstate plastic bag ban

City manager authorized to negotiate Homer Spit lease with Salmon Sisters

1 week ago
by Megan Pacer

Kenai Peninsula Borough Superintendent John O’Brien (courtesy photo)

Community input requested in superintendent search

The survey will be open until Dec. 7 at 11:59 p.m.

1 week ago
by Ashlyn O'Hara

Best CBD Gummies: Pain, Sleep, & Anxiety (2020)

A CBD gummy is made by combining a predefined dose of CBD (usually between 5 and 25 mg) with a… Continue reading

3 days ago

For a twist on the traditional Old Fashioned cocktail, use apple cider and serve with a cinnamon stick, as seen here in Teri Robl’s kitching on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Teri Robl)

Food

Kachemak Cuisine: Spice up Thanksgiving with these side dishes and drinks

Happy Thanksgiving! I’ve missed writing to you and sharing special dishes from my kitchen. The Other Fisherman and I are Continue reading...

1 week ago
by Teri Robl

Seawatch

Seawatch: Fishermen concerned about option to close salmon fishery in federal waters

Upper Cook Inlet fishermen alarmed at proposal to close salmon fishery in Economic Exclusive Zone

1 week ago
by Cristy Fry

The kitchen area of a unit in the East End Cottages affordable housing complex, seen here on Nov. 12, 2020 in Kachemak City, Alaska. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)

New affordable housing project available in Kachemak City

Area residents in need of affordable housing now have one more option, located in Kachemak City. East End Cottages, an Continue reading...

1 week ago
by Megan Pacer

Moose are seen eating on the shoulder of Kenai Spur Highway on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020, outside of Soldotna, Alaska. (Ashlyn O’Hara/Peninsula Clarion)

Out of the Office: Into the office

An ode to Kenai Spur Highway

1 week ago
by Ashlyn O'Hara

News

An election official lays out “I voted” stickers on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Stickers for the 2020 general election featured designs by Alaskan artist Barbara Lavallee. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

Lt. Gov. seeks initiative audit to calm questions

He said he thinks the ballot measure passed “fair and square.”

1 week ago

Dr. Anne Zink, Alaska’s chief medical officer, addresses reporters during a Wendesday, March 25, 2020 press conference in the Atwood Building in Anchorage, Alaska. (Photo courtesy Office of the Governor)

State COVID officials brief Soldotna City Council in work session

The council was joined by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink and State Testing Coordinator Dr. Coleman Cutchins

1 week ago
by Ashlyn O'Hara

Sports

Homer senior Madison Story swims the breaststroke in the girls 200-yard IM on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020 during the Kenai Peninsula Swimming Championships at the Kate Kuhns Aquatic Center in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)

Homer’s Story stars at state club meet

Homer senior Madison Story won two individual titles this past Saturday at the Alaska State High School Invite held at Continue reading...

1 week ago
by Jeff Helminiak

Features

Arts

‘Fun with 5×7’ show at Homer Council on the Arts inspires creators to think small

The Homer Council on the Arts’ annual “Fun with 5x7” show challenges… Continue reading

1 week ago
by Michael Armstrong

Arts

Arts in brief

Arts brief

1 week ago
by Michael Armstrong

Opinion

Alaska Lt. Gov. Kevin Meyer. (Photo courtesy Lt. Governor's office)

Point of View: Thanks to Alaskans for participating in the democratic process

This year has been one for the record books, and this month’s election was no exception. Turning out in numbers Continue reading...

1 week ago

Community

Palmer. (Photo courtesy Homer Animal Shelter)

Pet of the Week

Pet of the week: Palmer

Introducing Palmer, “the strong silent type.” He’ll be up for adoption soon, but first he needs to have eye surgery.… Continue reading

1 week ago

The Homer Police Station as seen Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020 in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)

Cops and Courts

Information about fire, police and troopers is taken from public records consisting of logbooks and press releases. Anchor Point Fire… Continue reading

1 week ago

Marketplace

Best CBD Gummies: Pain, Sleep, & Anxiety (2020)

A CBD gummy is made by combining a predefined dose of CBD Continue reading...

3 days ago

Obituaries

Phoebe Estill

Phoebe Estill Aug. 20, 1965 - Nov. 6, 2020 Phoebe Estill, aged 55, of Homer passed away on Friday, Nov. Continue reading...

1 week ago

Rolan D. Porter

Rolan D. Porter Nov. 27, 1928 - Nov. 13, 2020 Rolan D. Porter, 91, passed away quietly on Nov. 13, Continue reading...

1 week ago

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