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In this March 2021 photo provided by Pfizer, vials of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine are prepared for packaging at the company���s facility in Puurs, Belgium. Pfizer is about to seek U.S. authorization for a third dose of its COVID-19 vaccine, saying Thursday, July 8, 2021, that another shot within 12 months could dramatically boost immunity and maybe help ward off the latest worrisome coronavirus mutant. (Pfizer via AP)

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COVID cases continue to rise, delta variant confirmed on peninsula

Homer saw 14 cases in one day this week.

The Homer Electric Association, Inc. is conducting routine maintenance along East End Road and Kachemak Drive to replace cut-out fuses. The affected areas are highlighted in blue.

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Power outages expected along East End Road, Kachemak Drive

Homer Electric Association, Inc. is replacing fuses along East End Road and Kachemak Drive.

The top three fish of this year’s Winter King Salmon Tournament hang on a wall before a closing ceremony announcing the winners Saturday, March 24, 2018 on the Spit in Homer, Alaska. This year’s winning fish weighed 24.6 pounds. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)

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Sport fishing closures shut down east side setnet commercial fishery

The king salmon sport fishing closures on the Kenai and Kasilof rivers, as well as Cook Inlet north…

The Homer Veterinary Clinic is located at 326 Woodside Ave. in Homer. The clinic will begin accepting new patients in September.

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Too many animals, not enough veterinarians

As the COVID-19 pandemic forced the world into quarantine and social distancing, many people chose to adopt new…

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There were 39 cases of COVID-19 reported in the past two weeks for the southern Kenai Peninsula.

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All regions of the Kenai Peninsula are now in the highest alert level for positive COVID-19 cases.

Southern Kenai Peninsula had 39 positive cases in the past 45 days, with 22 in the past two…

A registered nurse prepares a COVID-19 vaccine at the pop-up clinic on the Spit on May 27. (Photo by Sarah Knapp/Homer News)

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New data: 45% of southern peninsula fully vaxxed

Latest information now includes vaccination rate for “other south” region of Kenai Peninsula.

Dave Collette-Paule, left, Dave Seaman, center, and Mike Kennedy, right ready No. 76 for Homer's Fourth of July Parade on Sunday, July 4, 2021, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by McKibben Jackinsky)

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Back to the Bay trip gets closer to launch

Pandemic postponed Back to the Bay trip to 2022.

Barnadine Atchison speaks during a business luncheon at the Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in Kenai, Alaska. (Ashlyn O’Hara/Peninsula Clarion)

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Kenaitze educational hub slated for completion next spring

The Kahtnuht’ana Duhdeldiht Campus, meaning “the learning place,” has been in the works for more than 20 years.

Chief Justice Daniel E. Winfree, right, is sword in by Justice Dario Borghesan in Anchorage on July 1, 2021. Winfree will take over after former Chief Justice Joel Bolger retired earlier this year. (Courtesy photo/Alaska Court System)

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State Supreme Court has new Chief Justice

Governor announces appointment to high court.

Homer City Council candidate Joey Evensen poses for a photo on Sept. 6, 2019, by Beluga Slough at his Homer, Alaska, home. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Evensen resigns from city council

Homer City Council member Joey Evensen states “lack of productivity” as his reason for resigning.

The Alaska Beautiful Peony farm hosted a tour and bouquet class as a part of the second annual Homer Peony Celebration. (Photo by Sarah Knapp/Homer News)

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Peonies blooms delayed, celebration continues

Alaska’s cool temperatures and nutrient-rich soil make it the only place in the world buyers can find the…

Two black bears walk along Skilak Lake Road on Monday, June 14, 2021 near Skilak Lake, Alaska. (Ashlyn O’Hara/Peninsula Clarion)

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Bears and dogs don’t mix

The best way to enjoy bear country with pups is by keeping them close.

A fisher holds a reel on the Kenai River near Soldotna on June 30, 2021. (Photo by Ashlyn O’Hara/Peninsula Clarion)

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Kenai and Kasilof kings limited to catch and release

Kings are passing through the Kenai River at a lower rate than needed to attain the escapement goal.