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‘What gives it teeth’

Indigenous author Lily H. Tuzroyluke spoke on her novel and writing process last week at the Homer Public…

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33rd Shorebird Festival starts next week

This year’s festival, running May 7-11, features “Wildlife DJ” Dr. Ben Mirin as keynote speaker.

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Sterling Highway reconstruction delayed

The project, which spans from Anchor Point to Baycrest Hill, is anticipated to begin next spring.

Shane Blakely, winner of the 30th annual Anchor Point King Salmon Tournament, holds up his prize fish in front of the Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Anchor Point, Alaska. Photo provided by Mcki Needham

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Blakely wins 30th Anchor Point Salmon Derby

The annual fishing tournament, organized by the Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce, was held Saturday.

Alaska State Troopers (file photo).

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2 dead, 1 hospitalized in Nanwalek plane crash

The crash occurred near the airport Monday afternoon.

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Off the shelf: Time and space and the human heart

Contemporary novel combines historical and science fiction for a gripping, emotional journey.

Wild Honey Bistro co-owner Scott Livingston speaks to the Homer City Council on construction planned for Bunnell Avenue and Ohlson Lane in the packed Cowles Council Chambers on Monday, April 14, 2025, in Homer City Hall in Homer, Alaska. Screenshot.

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Bunnell Avenue, Ohlson Lane improvements to move forward

The Homer City Council awarded the project contract to East Road Services, Inc. last Monday.

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Council supports ‘No Mow May’ efforts

Resolution 25-028 was passed on April 14 and supports promotion by the Homer Area Beekeepers Association.

The Pratt Museum is photograped on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Pratt Museum grant funding cut off

Institute of Museum and Library Services leadership issued a notice on April 8 terminating early a federal grant…

Project stakeholders cut a ribbon at the Nikiski Shelter of Hope on Friday, May 20, 2022, in Nikiski, Alaska. (Ashlyn O’Hara/Peninsula Clarion)

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Peninsula organizations awarded mental health trust grants

Three organizations, in Seldovia, Seward and Soldotna, recently received funding from the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.

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Participants of the 2023 DiRtBaG Clean-Up Week pose in front of their trash collection at Bishops Beach in Homer.

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Annual litter cleanup to start Monday

The HoWL DiRtBaGs Clean-Up Week will take place April 21-26.

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Arthur Schwartz, Matt Denn, Keith Herring and Jess Pasch pose with their winning catches in front of the Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce building on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Anchor Point. All four anglers fished on the Resolute and earned various prizes from the 29th annual Anchor Point King Salmon Derby.

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Anchor Point salmon derby cast for next weekend

This year’s derby is held in honor of Erica Walli.

Karen Hornaday Park Campground is seen on Thursday, April 10, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Camping to reopen at Karen Hornaday Park

After a three-year closure, the park campground will open May 23.