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Items at a makeshift memorial for Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot last week, on the campus at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Sept. 16, 2025. (Loren Elliott/The New York Times)

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Opinion: Criticizing Kirk doesn’t mean you condone his murder

We will not be denied our First Amendment rights under the guise of false moral superiority.

Mike O'Meara.

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Letters to the Editor

Library gets kids excited about reading

Larry Persily. (Juneau Empire file photo)

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Opinion: Not knowing is the meal ticket to happiness

I’ve been thinking, maybe I am wrong — about a lot of things. I’ve certainly been wrong about…

Mike O'Meara.

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Letters to the Editor

Hospital seeking board members

Larry Persily. (Juneau Empire file photo)

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Opinion: Scoring political points from murder is killing the country

It’s distressing enough that so many people are murdered in this country. Children in school, children at church,…

Annie Garay is the Community Health and Wellness Educator Nurse for South Peninsula Hospital. Photo provided by Annie Garay

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Opinion: Planet Youth Homer contributes to well-being of our youth

As a Homer-grown gal, I’ve experienced the joy of life surrounded by the bay, mountains, fresh air, wide-open…

Gov. Mike Dunleavy holds a press conference on Monday, May 19, 2025, to discuss his decision to veto an education bill. (Jasz Garrett / Juneau Empire file photo)

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Dunleavy: A tribute to Charlie Kirk and the First Amendment

Today, I write this as not only your governor, but as a citizen of our great country who…

Mike O'Meara.

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Letters to the Editor

Homer Foundation funds opportunities for youth

Larry Persily. (Juneau Empire file photo)

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Opinion: Alaska needs to be a smart shopper for taxes

Solving Alaska’s growing shortage of state revenue is similar to that old adage: Don’t go grocery shopping when…

A vintage Underwood typewriter sits on a table on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022, at the Homer News in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Point of View: University of Alaska Anchorage: A foundation for success

As a proud alumna of the University of Alaska Anchorage, I often reflect on how my education has…

The Tongass National Forest sign stands near the Auke Village Recreation Area. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Opinion: Roadless Rule reversal threatens Alaska’s economy, culture and heritage

In 2001 America recognized the environmental, economic and cultural significance of over 58 million acres at the heart…

A vintage Underwood typewriter sits on a table on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022, at the Homer News in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Opinion: Stand with local journalism

Alaska’s print and digital newsrooms, particularly in small communities and regional hubs, are under unprecedented strain