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Serum Run musher Gunnar Kaasen poses with Balto, a leader on his mushing team. Alaska State Library Portrait File

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Long after run to glory, Balto lives on

A dog that pulled his way into history has given scientists insight into what makes Alaska sled dogs…

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Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion
Soybean pulp stew might sound strange but, served with a bowl of rice, is comforting and delicious.

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A soup to ease your troubles

This comforting, lesser-known Korean stew was the most delicious meal I had this weekend.

The middle portion of this section of the 1910 map created by Dr. David H. Sleem shows Lost Lake and Lost Creek. Today, these features are known as Crescent Lake and Crescent Creek. The lake in this map also curves in the wrong direction.

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‘What’s in a name?’: Reviving a forgotten past — Part 5

AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is the fifth in a multi-part series about Kenai Peninsula places and landmarks that once…

“Are We Listening” is a 2024 installation piece created by Wisconsin artist Rebecca Carlton. Photo courtesy Rebecca Carlton

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Art collective fosters climate awareness

A group of nationally recognized artists will gather in Homer in March to share their passion for printmaking,…

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Homer happenings from years past

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‘What’s in a name?’: Reviving a forgotten past — Part 4

AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is the fourth in a multi-part series about Kenai Peninsula places and landmarks that once…

Ptarmigan Arts hosts their annual Cabin Fever exhibit featuring work by gallery members, including glass mosaics by their newest member, Carole Miller. Photo provided by Ptarmigan Arts

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March First Friday

As we shift ever closer to spring, creativity abounds and Homer galleries and art spaces showcase work by…

These snickerdoodles are soft and chewy, and as sweet as a happy childhood. Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion

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The taste of a happy childhood

My son pulled his shirt on for school this morning, and I was shocked to see exposed wrists…

A marten visits the Fairbanks home of Tim Walker. Walker has seen the animal several times. Photo courtesy Tim Walker

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Marten visits are a glimpse into mystery

A trapper fresh out of the Cosna River country in Interior Alaska said he can’t believe how many…

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‘What’s in a Name?’: Reviving a forgotten past — Part 3

AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is the third in a multi-part series about Kenai Peninsula places and landmarks that once…

Numerous local artists are exhibiting works in a variety of mediums in Homer Council on the Arts' annual Members Show, on display at the gallery through February. Photo by Christina Whiting

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An exhibit that feels like home

Homer Council on the Arts hosts their annual Members Show, featuring work by emerging and established local artists.

This ham and white bean soup is a really fast dinner that can be made with slow-cooker stock if you like. Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion

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Soup for quick comfort

This soup is deep and familiar, like a recurring dream.