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What a week! The Betster hopes everyone had a fantastic time last weekend during the Winter Carnival Celebration.…

Mike O'Meara.

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Register for upcoming chess tournament

Opinion

Opinion: Dismantling the government. And the Bill of Rights

President Donald Trump has asked more than 2 million federal employees to consider resigning. If they leave their…

Opinion

My Turn: An American citizen speaks out

As Americans, we teach our children about the rule of law, and that it is the right of…

One half of the best pair prize-winning duo - a skiing ender dragon - stands for a photo on Sunday, Feb. 9 during the annual Ski for Women fundraiser at the Lookout Mountain XCS Trails on Ohlson Mountain. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Homer shows up and shows off for annual Ski for Women

Sunshine and blue skies set the stage Sunday for the annual Haven House fundraiser.

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A synthesis of science and art

Homer artist exhibits new work and hosts workshops on fen ecosystems and her favorite mediums.

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Pet of the Week: Lucy Kitten

This sweet gal is so affectionate and gentle. Her sweet baby face lends well to her name. Kitten…

Soldotna’s Tania Boonstra sets out from the start on Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Lookout Mountain Cross-Country Ski Trails in Homer. Boonstra, a junior, earned the title of Skimeister for the third year in a row at this weekend’s regional meet. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

Sports

Homer hosts Region III XCS Championships

Colony boys and girls placed first overall, Homer boys second.

Richard Shreves

Obituaries

Richard Lee (Dick) Shreves

Richard Lee (Dick) Shreves, 79, a resident of Anchor Point, passed peacefully January 26, 2025. A Celebration of…

Meg Zaletel (Courtesy)

Opinion

Opinion: Housing shouldn’t be a political issue — it’s a human right

Policies and budget decisions that impact housing impact people’s well-being.

Homer High School choral program students gather onstage at the Mariner Theater for the first reading of this year’s musical, “Singin’ in the Rain,” on Tuesday, Jan, 28. (Photo courtesy of Homer High School Choral Program)

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Homer High School choir to produce “Singin’ in the Rain” for annual musical

The show will run March 21, 22.

Opinion

Opinion: Fair property taxes, oh my

Our local tax system is not perfect, but it does represent an attempt to fairly balance community interests.

Mike O'Meara.

Opinion

Letters to the Editor

A tale of two right of way vacations