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    Historic Elwell Lodge Guest Cabin is seen at its new spot near the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge’s Visitor Center. (USWS)
    An enduring legacy — Kenai National Wildlife Refuge...
    By Candace Ward • April 24, 2025 2:30 am

    My first encounter with Kenai National Wildlife Refuge cabins was as a Youth Conservation Corp leader in 1984 (41 years…

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    Off the shelf: Time and space and the...
    By Delcenia Cosman • April 24, 2025 1:30 am

    Contemporary novel combines historical and science fiction for a gripping, emotional journey.

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    From crayons to showcase
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • April 24, 2025 1:30 am

    Homer youth showcases her creativity in gallery exhibit.

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    Wild Honey Bistro co-owner Scott Livingston speaks to the Homer City Council on construction planned for Bunnell Avenue and Ohlson Lane in the packed Cowles Council Chambers on Monday, April 14, 2025, in Homer City Hall in Homer, Alaska. Screenshot.
    Bunnell Avenue, Ohlson Lane improvements to move forward
    By Delcenia Cosman • April 24, 2025 1:30 am

    The Homer City Council awarded the project contract to East Road Services, Inc. last Monday.

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    Council supports ‘No Mow May’ efforts
    By Delcenia Cosman • April 24, 2025 1:30 am

    Resolution 25-028 was passed on April 14 and supports promotion by the Homer Area Beekeepers Association.

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    House District 6 Rep. Sarah Vance attends her town hall meeting via Microsoft Teams video on Saturday, April 12, 2025. A screening was still held for in-person attendees at Pioneer Hall on Kachemak Bay Campus in Homer, Alaska. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
    Opinion: Vance fails to be frank about hard...
    By Diana Carbonell • April 18, 2025 1:30 am

    Rep. Vance spoke of fiscal stability coming from economic development.

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    Homer’s Julianne Techie and Kenai Central’s Christine Goering battle for the ball Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Ed Hollier Field at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Jeff Helminiak/Peninsula Clarion)
    Thursday: Kenai girls top Homer; boys play to...
    By Jeff Helminiak • April 18, 2025 1:01 am

    The Kenai Central girls defeated Homer 3-0, while the Kardinals and Mariners boys played to a scoreless tie, Thursday in…

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    Kristen Faulkner, who won two gold medals for cycling at the Paris 2024 Olympics, speaks to Andrew Elam during a meet and greet hosted by the Kenai and Soldotna Chambers of Commerce at the Cannery Lodge in Kenai, Alaska, on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. (Jake Dye/Peninsula Clarion)
    Homer’s Faulkner, Snaric win Alaska Sports Hall of...
    By Jeff Helminiak • April 17, 2025 2:30 am

    All the award winners and inductees will be honored June 5 in the Alaska Sports Hall of Fame’s induction ceremony.

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    Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R-Alaska) speaks to reporters about his decision to veto an education funding bill at the Alaska State Capitol on Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Jasz Garrett / Juneau Empire)
    Dunleavy’s veto of education funding bill puts pressure...
    By Mark Sabbatini • April 17, 2025 1:30 am

    Governor also previews new bill with $560 BSA increase, plus additional funds for policy initiatives.

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    Homer locals Don McNamara and Donna Rae Faulkner of Oceanside Farms pose with their Food Hero Award, presented by the Alaska Food Policy Council. (Photo courtesy of Alaska Food Policy Council)
    Homer’s Oceanside Farms honored as 2025 Alaska Food...
    By Chloe Pleznac Homer News • April 16, 2025 12:30 pm

    The annual award is facilitated by the Alaska Food Policy Council.

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    Mixed media artworks by area youth are currently displayed in Homer Council on the Arts' annual Jubilee! youth art exhibit and celebration, ongoing through April, in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting
    Jubilee celebrates youth arts
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • April 16, 2025 12:30 pm

    This exhibit is held annually by Homer Council on the Arts

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Arthur Schwartz, Matt Denn, Keith Herring and Jess Pasch pose with their winning catches in front of the Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce building on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Anchor Point. All four anglers fished on the Resolute and earned various prizes from the 29th annual Anchor Point King Salmon Derby.
    Anchor Point salmon derby cast for next weekend
    By Delcenia Cosman • April 16, 2025 1:30 am

    This year’s derby is held in honor of Erica Walli.

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    Karen Hornaday Park Campground is seen on Thursday, April 10, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
    Camping to reopen at Karen Hornaday Park
    By Delcenia Cosman • April 15, 2025 10:30 am

    After a three-year closure, the park campground will open May 23.

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