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U.S. Rep. Don Young, left, and Alyse Galvin square off in a debate for the sole Alaska house seat Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020, in Anchorage, Alaska. The debate between the candidates for Alaska’s sole seat in Congress became contentious Thursday, with challenger Galvin saying she’s tired of Young misrepresenting her position on issues. (Jeff Chen / Pool Photo)

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Galvin, Young accuse each of other of lying during debate

The debate between became contentious Thursday

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Theodora Bowden

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Alaska Elections 101 Episode 4 will be presented virtually from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Thursday. This is presented by…

Pets of the week Hamish and Andy. (Photo courtesy Homer Animal Shelter)

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Pets of the week: Hamish and Andy

Hamish is a 6-month-old male cat and Andy is a 4 1/2-month-old male cat.

Alaska State Parks logo. (Image courtesy Alaska State Parks)

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Kachemak Bay State Park trails report

Remember to be bear aware

Michael O'Meara's cartoon for the Oct. 22, 2020, issue.

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Letters to the Editor

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Rep. Sarah Vance (R-Homer) poses for a photo on June 12, 2020, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Hannah Vance)

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Candidate Point of View: Sarah Vance

Dear Friends,

Alaska House District 31 candidate Kelly Cooper. (Photo by Tim Steinberg)

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Candidate Point of View: Kelly Cooper

I want to take a moment and set aside all the noise from this campaign. I know you’re…

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Years Ago

Homer happenings from years past

Eve Dickman hands out candy at the home of Sean and Sandra Perry for Halloween on Oct. 31, 2019, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Halloween events on deck

Where to look for tricks and treats in the Homer area this year

"It's Your Life: Take a Day to Be Well" is the logo of the Rotary Health Fair

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Free clinic is part of effort to encourage flu vaccine during COVID-19 pandemic

Getting the flu makes people more susceptible to other illnesses, including COVID-19

Anglers fish for steelhead in the Anchor River by the Anchor River Bridge on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020, in Anchor Point, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Best Bets

Representative democracy isn’t pretty, Betster persons. What with a contentious campaign, a diverse slate of candidates and allegations…