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Riz Ahmed’s Ballister Boldheart and Chloë Grace Moretz’s Nimona peer through the window of a subway car at a contingent of knights waiting to arrest them in “Nimona.”

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On the Screen: ‘Nimona’ challenges rigid systems, celebrates individuality

In a futuristic fantasy setting, two unlikely allies are forced together — a heroic knight framed for murder…

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…

Years Ago

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Years Ago

Homer happenings from years past

Luna and Nova

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Pets of the Week: Luna and Nova

We need your help folks! Luna and Nova are shutting down and need to get out of the…

A new forget-me-not flower blossoms at Eveline State Recreation Area located 13 miles out East End Road on Monday, June 26, 2023 in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Summer’s here and, at long last, so is the sunshine. Whether you’re busy in your garden, out catching…

Pier One Theatre's cast and crew are photogaphed during the 2022 production of "Cosmic Hostel," written by Homer's Sally Oberstein and performed at Pier One Theatre on the Homer Spit in Homer, Alaska. Photo courtesy of Pier One Theatre

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Meet Your Neighbor: Pier One Theatre

Community organization celebrates 50 years of performing arts

Homer kids share their crafts on Youth Day at Homer Farmers Market. Emilie Springer/ Homer News

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Market offers space for small vendors

New businesses can start out at Farmers Market without the expense of brick-and-mortar location.

"Shorebirds Grouping 3," woodworking by Ted Heuer is on display at Ptarmigan Arts during a popup event running July 7-9 in Homer, Alaska. Photo courtesy of Ptarmigan Arts

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Celebrating summer

New First Friday exhibits showcase local and statewide artists

“Maud of the Island” actors perform in the opening show on June 29 at the Pratt Museum outdoor stage in Homer.

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Homer playwright’s first play premieres

Golden’s ‘Maud of the Island’ came out of pandemic Zoom workshop

Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion
Homemade rhubarb ice cream is served.

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Sweet and tart ice cream for a summer child

This sweet summer child was born on the solstice, and she burns like the midnight sun.

Photos courtesy of the Brennan Family Collection
This photo of John Floyd King was taken during his U.S. Army service during World War I. Written beneath the photo was “Some soldier, eh!”

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The Separate Lives of the Man Who Fell — Part 3

Alec Hardin MacDonald appeared in the census count as a resident of Takotna Village in Interior Alaska

Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter
Celeste.

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Pet of the Week: Celeste, two-year-old female husky

Celeste is a beautiful young gal looking for her furever family. She’s young and physically fit, therefore she’s…

Homer youth musician Silas Jones performs on stage alongside U.S. military veteran musicians Shannon Book and Brandon Mills during the Homer Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Center Summer Solstice Festival on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at the Deep Water Dock n Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

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What says summer more than the lupine blooms racing upward along the Homer Spit Road, Fourth of July…