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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

Photo provided by Brenda Adams
Brenda Adams’ garden, located out East End Road, is included in the 2023 Homer Garden Tour.

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Garden Club Tour features five local gardens

An annual highlight of the summer, the Homer Garden Club 2023 Tour will take place on Sunday, July…

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

Fritz Creek Community Center. Photo provided by Tim Hatfield with the Kenai Peninsula History public media group.

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History and memories from the Fritz Creek General Store

Community members share thoughts from the East End Road landmark

Photo courtesy Annapurna Pictures
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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Best Bets

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