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Natalia Sherwood and Lance Seneff rehearse for the 36th annual Nutcracker ballet on the Marine Theatre Stage at Homer High School in Homer, Alaska. Photo courtesy of Chris Kincaid

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Homer Nutcracker tradition returns to the Mariner stage

After months of dedicated rehearsal time, the Homer “Nutcracker” last Saturday debuted the first 2024 show.

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Community

Local writer publishes his fifth book

“Uncommon Weather” portrays Alaska and Alaskans in a way not often represented

Mike O'Meara

Opinion

Letters to the Editor

A Christmas message for all

(Juneau Empire file photo)

Opinion

Opinion: Alaska needs to replace the customers it loses

The following editorial was published by the Wrangell Sentinel.

Brad Hughes

Obituaries

Brad Hughes

July 23, 1946 – May 28, 2024

Steven Dawson

Obituaries

Steven Dawson

Steve was born at Las Vegas Army Airfield to Donald and Eloise Dawson. His first memory was of…

Turkey Trot participants gather for a photo in front of Homer High School, which served as the race’s starting and finish line, on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, in Homer, Alaska. More than 120 community members participated in the race, which was co-sponsored by the Kachemak Bay Running Club, and over 300 non-perishable food items were donated to the Homer Food Pantry after the event. Photo courtesy of Matt Smith

Community

Best Bets

It’s the holiday season, and according to the weather forecast, that Christmas snow might soon be white on…

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Community

Pet of the Week: Onyx

She is beautiful, smart, affectionate, and feisty, the perfect combination. Onyx enjoys people but not other animals, so…

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Community

‘Tis the season for arts

December First Friday hosts new and ongoing exhibits

Therese Lewandowski. (Photo provided)

Opinion

Point of View: Inflation, hmmm

It seems to me inflation has been going on since I was old enough to buy things. I’m…

Xochitl Harbison (left) and Jenna Gerrety (right) trim bowls in the Homer Council on the Arts studio in Homer, Alaska, on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, in preparation for the Empty Bowl fundraiser. (Emilie Springer/Homer News)

Opinion

Point of View: Homer Food Pantry holds successful fundraiser

This year’s Empty Bowl fundraiser for the Homer Community Food Pantry was a sensational success! Local potters provided…

Mike O'Meara.

Opinion

Letters to the Editor

Homer OPUS is grateful to our supporters

A cherished “jolly Santa head” ornament from the Baisden Christmas tree. (Photo provided)

Opinion

Opinion: Reflections of holidays past

The contrast of seasons, summer to winter with a short visit by autumn, causes us to pause.