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Point of View: The challenges of education in Alaska

In one word, the state of Education in Alaska is “pathetic.” Finger pointing, arguing and blaming everything except…

Michael O'Meara's cartoon for Dec. 8, 2022.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

On ranked choice voting

Andy Haas

Opinion

Point of View:

We all know about the recent Supreme Court decision (Dobbs v. Jackson) that found that the U.S. Constitution…

Michael O'Meara's cartoon for Dec. 1, 2022.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Farewell to Nutcracker

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Opinion

Point of View: Freedom in the classroom sets precedence for the future

We advocate for the adoption of legislation to protect students’ First Amendment rights…

Opinion

Point of View: Be intentional in sharing with neighbors on Giving Tuesday

We live in a community defined by its participation, its service, and an extraordinary generosity. There is no…

Michael O'Meara's cartoon for Nov. 24, 2022.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Correction, Nov. 23, 2022: These letters include a note on a letter that the Homer News incorrectly identified…

Letters to the Editor

What Alaskans need to know about RSV

Many viruses are making Alaskans sick this winter, but the virus primarily responsible for filling up our clinics,…

Diana Kaplan at fish camp.

Opinion

Point of View: Goodbye not goodbye

Exciting new beginnings — they always come with sad farewells.

Homer Foundation

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Point of View: Multiplying the power of every local dollar given

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, what was already a difficult life for homebound seniors across the country became…

Michael O'Meara's cartoon for Nov. 17, 2022.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Go ban yourself

Opinion

Point of View: LGBTQ books should be moved from children’s section of the library

We would like LGBTQ books moved to a location within the library that affords parents full discretionary authority…

Opinion

Point of View: Banning books corrodes diversity and inclusion in our community

The Homer Public Library is beloved by the Homer community and well-regarded further afield for its innovative programming,…