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This healthier version of the kid-approved classic is made with pureed sweet potato that makes the dish a vibrant orange, and nutritional yeast imparts a savory, cheesy flavor. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion.)

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1st day of school mac and cheese

This healthier version of the kid-approved classic is made with pureed sweet potato and nutritional yeast.

Harold Pomeroy was the director of Alaska’s Territorial Civil Defense before becoming the first executive of the Kenai Peninsula Borough in 1964. (Photo courtesy of Alaska Digital Archives)

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No Simple Matter: Finding the borough a home — Part 2

AUTHOR’S NOTE: Locating the physical site for the administration efforts of the Kenai Peninsula Borough on Binkley Street…

A poster from the Pier One Theatre website shows information about the upcoming spring performance. Rehearsals began last week.

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Community choir begins rehearsals for spring performance

The Kenai Peninsula Community Chorus and Homer High School Concert Choir, under the direction of borough school district…

Maui (10-year-old male) & Lola (6-year-old female). Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

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Pets of the Week: Lola and Maui

They’re still waiting for their hero to come meet them.

A piece of the poster for the 2025 Sacred Acre festival in Ninilchik, Alaska. This year's festival will take place Sept. 5-7.

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Alaska EDM festival ‘Sacred Acre’ returns for 4th year

Started in 2022, the annual autumnal festival will be Sept. 5-7.

Artist Chaepter performs at the Mermaid Cafe on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. He kicked off his Alaska tour, along with fellow musician Hemlock, with the porchside show in Homer. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Best Bets

Another week, the same ol’ spiel — for details on what’s happening around town, check out these Best…

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Homer happenings from years past

The beginning of this year's Burning Basket on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Burning Basket project returns for 22nd year

Build week will begin Sept. 1.

Artists in the Homer Independent Living Center's Artability program are photographed with their artwork on display at the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge during the 2025 Shorebird Festival in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by the Independent Living Center

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Inclusivity in art

The Homer Public Library showcases work by local high school students and ‘Artability’ group members.

Former Zucchini Queen Christina Castellanos, owner and operator of Snowshoe Hollow Farm, prepares to lead the parade around the market during the annual Zucchini Festival on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, at the Homer Farmers Market in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

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New ‘Zucchini Queenie’ crowned at annual farmers market festival

Kids were invited to build and decorate their zucchini cars earlier Saturday morning in preparation for the zucchini…

This sweet, spiced cinnamon apple cake is topped with streusel and would pair wonderfully with a latte as a breakfast treat or vanilla ice cream for dessert. (Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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A cake for the changing seasons

This recipe makes a small cake, so double up if you want to make enough to share with…

This 1955 aerial shows a portion of Joe and Mickey Faa’s homestead, including the Quonset hut that was on the property before it was acquired by Howard and Maxine Lee in 1948. The fields and other cleared land now house much of Soldotna’s growing medical establishment. (Photo courtesy of Al Hershberger)

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No Simple Matter: Finding the borough a home — Part 1

AUTHOR’S NOTE: This series of articles, in a somewhat different form, first appeared in the Redoubt Reporter in…

Maui (10-year-old male) & Lola (6-year-old female). Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

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Pets of the Week: Lola and Maui

To say they are ready for a family to call their own would be an understatement.