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87 bags of clothing collected
We would like to send a “big” thank you to everyone who donated clothing for our cleanup day…
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Homer’s treasures all around
I know there are biological reasons that sandhill cranes return each summer, but part of me believes they…
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Vote ‘yes’ on Proposition 1
The legislative session is over, and things aren’t looking good for Alaska’s budget. After passing the Oil Giveaway…
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‘Yes’ not always possible
Folks, we try. We really, truly try to “please everyone all of the time.” But sometimes you…
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Welcome, shorebirders
This weekend Homer welcomes birders from all over to the 22nd annual Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival. The festival…
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More respect could reduce government role as public nanny
In general, we think less means better when it comes to government. At its best, government should do…
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MAPP holds open house, community meeting
Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships-Southern Kenai Peninsula, or MAPP-SKP, holds two meetings next week. A community…
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Group looks at potential for ‘folk school’ in Homer
There’s a new kind of education brewing in Homer. Several citizens, including Chad Jones and Kevin Walker, are…
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Homer teacher honored for work
One of five Kenai Peninsula Borough teachers named as this year’s “BP Teachers of Excellence,” Barbra Ann Veeck…
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school events
Student newsBrian Rowe is one of 20 Alaska students to receive a ConocoPhillips Alaska scholarship of $5,000 each.…
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Cleaning up Homer
Prizes for Cleanup Day, an annual event organized by the Homer Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center with…
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Pet of the Week
Carlos just wants to be your best friend. This 18-month-old golden retriever mix will follow you around like…