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Whole fruit and sweetener like sugar and honey combine to make fresh strawberry milk. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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Nor your average strawberry milk

Local fruit adds depth to summertime favorite

Arts briefs

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Arts briefs

Anderson presents theater workshops

Tracy Hansen poses for a photo in front of her paintings at her Ocean Drive shop, 59 North, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Homer artist starts shop to sell art

59 North Creations features work by Tracy Hansen and other local artists.

Homer Foundation 30 years logo.

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Foundation invests in community, not just give away money

Clarification: This essay has been edited to clarify that Gary Thomas was an early supporter of KBBI, but…

Black-legged kittiwakes neast on Gull Island on July 31, 2021, near Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Best Bets

It might be somewhat damp these days, eh? Seasoned Homerites know that the rain always come before school…

Spam, seaweed and sticky rice combine to make one of Hawaii’s most iconic road snacks. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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On the strawberry patch: A salty, satisfying taste of paradise

Spam musubi, Hawaii’s most iconic road snack

Clarence (Clancy) James McClaren

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Clarence (Clancy) James McClaren

Clarence (Clancy) James McClaren

Sally Steele

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Sally V. Steele

Sally V. Steele

Will Files

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Wilfred Collison Files, Jr.

Wilfred Collison Files, Jr.

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Town Crier

The Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center has temporarily closed indoor services out of concerns for the health…

Photos courtesy of Alaska Mindful Paws Ethel

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Pet of the week: Ethel

Ethel is a beautiful 1.5-year-old Tabico (tabby and calico). She was brought in with a few of her…

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Years Ago

Homer happenings from years past

Brad Hughes' "Nautilus" is made from recycle plastic and other materials. It's part of his show opening Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, at the Homer Council on the Arts in Homer, Alaska. (Photo provided)

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First Friday art exhibit openings

First Friday shows feature new paintings and photographs by Homer and Alaska artists.