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Community member Jacob Chrisman, photographed on Thursday, July 20, 2023, is the owner of Alasandro's Market, a gourmet market specializing in imported cheeses, dry-cured meats and charcuterie platters, that opened on Heath Street in June. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Meet Your Neighbor: Alasandro’s Market

With his new specialty market, Homer man pays homage to his Italian heritage and his passion for cheese

"Sunrise," a photo collage on metal of kelp and beachglass by Seldovia artist Jenifer Cameron is on display at Homer Council on the Arts through July. Photo courtesy Jenifer Cameron

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Collaging with nature

Seldovia artist creates photo collages from tidal treasures

JJamppong. (Photo by Tressa Dale)

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Spice up seafood with jjamppong

I have recently formed an uneasy truce with the spider who lives in my laundry room. I always…

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Windy Wagner: Breath of fresh air or just a blowhard? (Part 3)

AUTHOR’S NOTE: The last third of Charles Wagner’s memorable life involved occasional run-ins with the law and, later,…

Homer artist and owner of 59 North Creations, Tracy Hansen, is photographed in July 2023 in her shop at the base of the Homer Spit in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Meet Your Neighbor: 59 North Creations

Gallery near the base of the Spit features work by 16 local artists

Chicken tikka masala. (Photo by Tressa Dale)

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Adventurous chicken tikka masala

From the time he was big enough to sit in our special backpack, we’ve been taking him to…

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Photo courtesy of the Knackstedt Collection
Charles “Windy” Wagner was an adept gardener who liked sharing his produce and telling stories about its quality.

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Windy Wagner: Breath of fresh air or just a blowhard? (Part 2)

AUTHOR’S NOTE: Former longtime Kenai resident Charles Wagner was a memorable character. After living for about a decade…

Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic volunteers Fiona Hatton and Olivia Glasman and CEO Claudia Haines (right) provide outreach at Salmonfest in 2022. Photo provided by KBFPC

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Meet Your Neighbor: Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic

Nonprofit organization celebrates 40 years of compassionate care

Photos provided by Brian George Smith
Author Brian George Smith poses with his book, “Ida Mae Joy: Gold Dust Dreams,” published in 2021.

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Homer writer publishes his third book in just as many years

Smith working on next book now

Windy Wagner enjoyed entertaining company at his home along the Kenai River. (Photo courtesy of the Knackstedt Collection)

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Windy Wagner: Breath of fresh air or just a blowhard? (Part 1)

Most folks seemed to enjoy Charles A. Wagner. They appreciated his hospitality and generosity, his stories and good…