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Unhinged Alaska: The little tree that could

Each year I receive emails requesting a repeat of a piece I wrote years ago about being away…

These nutty treats are sweet and timeless, bringing a combination of banana and chocolate that doesn’t disappoint. Photo by Tressa Dale

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Baking family history

These nutty treats are sweet and timeless, bringing a combination of banana and chocolate that doesn’t disappoint

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Off the Shelf: Nutcracker novel sets a darker stage

“The Kingdom of Sweets” is available at the Homer Public Library

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Departing for a ‘Funk’-y universe

Homer artist showcases a second installation of her mixed media, “Panda Mick’s Universe” of plush art doll characters

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Pet of the Week: Bella

Bella is a smart and sweet young gal. She would love to join an adventurous family who wants…

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Years Ago

Homer happenings from years past

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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! That’s what the weather said last week, though the…

These two pages from Kaknu, the 1976 yearbook for Kenai Central High School, were dedicated to KCHS teacher James Brewer, who drowned with his son Byron and Soldotna teacher Stephen Koch in August 1975. The man smoking the pipe and standing with moose antlers is Brewer; his son is in front of him.

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The 2 most deadly years — Part 7

AUTHOR’S NOTE: The two most deadly years for people on or near Tustumena Lake were 1965 and 1975.…

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With less than two weeks to go until Christmas, the Betster hopes y’all have gotten your holiday shopping…

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Pets of the Week: Charlie and Arabella

This is quite the pair of friendly felines. They are a bonded pair and would love to join…

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Years Ago

Homer happenings from years past

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Peanut butter balls for Ms. Autumn

This holiday treat is made in honor of the Soldotna El secretary who brings festive joy

Natalia Sherwood and Lance Seneff rehearse for the 36th annual Nutcracker ballet on the Marine Theatre Stage at Homer High School in Homer, Alaska. Photo courtesy of Chris Kincaid

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Homer Nutcracker tradition returns to the Mariner stage

After months of dedicated rehearsal time, the Homer “Nutcracker” last Saturday debuted the first 2024 show.