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    Cook Inlet near Clam Gulch is seen on Oct. 23, 2025. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)
    Disputed oil lease sale in Alaska’s Cook Inlet...
    By Yereth Rosen Alaska Beacon • December 23, 2025 1:30 am

    After completing a court-ordered environmental study, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management said no changes are needed for the 2022 sale that drew just one bid.

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    Daniel Craig (right), returning as Benoit Blanc, and Josh O'Connor are seen in this still from "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery," released on Netflix on Dec. 12, 2025. (Promotional photo courtesy Netflix)
    On the Screen: ‘Knives Out 3’ truly a...
    By Delcenia Cosman • December 20, 2025 12:30 pm

    I often feel the need to watch a film twice. The first go-around, I’m just trying to keep up with…

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    Cook Inlet Region, Inc. President and CEO Sophie Minich speaks during a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Nikiski Shelter of Hope on Friday, May 20, 2022 in Nikiski, Alaska. (Ashlyn O’Hara/Peninsula Clarion)
    Peninsula organizations awarded mental health trust grants
    By Chloe Anderson • December 19, 2025 2:30 am

    Organizations in Nikiski and Kenai received funding from the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.

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    A map presented by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources during a virtual meeting on Dec. 11, 2025, shows the location of a potential Kenai Peninsula State Forest. The Division of Forestry and Fire Protection must gather community perspectives before creating a proposal, and so far they’ve received “mixed” input. Screenshot.
    DNR receives “mixed” public input on proposed Kenai...
    By Chloe Anderson • December 19, 2025 2:30 am

    The potential proposal would expand the Tanana Valley State Forest by 600,000 acres.

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    Milli Martin (left), the Homer Society of Natural History, Inc. Board Vice President, and Santa George Cutting III pose for a photo in the Pratt Museum Harrington Cabin on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Whitney Harness
    Best Bets
    By Delcenia Cosman • December 18, 2025 1:30 am

    Only a few more sleeps until Christmas! While you’re out there in the holiday hustle and bustle, finishing up your…

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    Homer and Soldotna hockey players battle for the puck during the Carlin Cup home varsity game on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at the Kevin Bell Arena in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)
    SoHi hockey claims 3rd Carlin Cup victory
    By Delcenia Cosman • December 18, 2025 1:30 am

    The Soldotna varsity hockey team defeated Homer 9-1 Saturday at Kevin Bell Arena.

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    The Johnson Tract is a privately owned parcel with a worker camp and airstrip, surrounded by the vast Lake Clark National Park. Contango Ore, the mining company developing the prospect, announced a merger this week with a Canadian firm. (Max Graham/Northern Journal)
    Alaska mining company pushing Cook Inlet, Hatcher Pass...
    By Max Graham Northern Journal • December 17, 2025 5:30 pm

    Contango Ore helped build Alaska’s newest major mine. Its merger with and Dolly Varden Silver comes amid a flurry of deals in the state’s mining industry.

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    "The Frog Prince" is a work by Mira Featherstone, done in watercolor, ink and graphite with beading. Photo provided by Mira Featherstone
    Stepping outside the ordinary world
    By Christina Whiting • December 17, 2025 1:30 am

    New local artist Mira Featherstone paints fairytale worlds based on her favorite folklore.

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    Snow-covered trees and peaks are pictured from a frozen pond near the Herbert Glacier trail in Juneau<ins>, Alaska,</ins> on Thursday, Dec. 11<ins>, 2025</ins>. (Chloe Anderson/Peninsula Clarion)
    Out of the Office: Breaking the winter cycle
    By Chloe Anderson • December 16, 2025 2:30 pm

    There’s a learning curve to every new season and every new sport.

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    Community members enjoy a cookie and hot cocoa bar at the VFW Post 10221 after the Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in Anchor Point, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)
    Best Bets
    By Delcenia Cosman • December 11, 2025 1:30 am

    The Betster hopes folks are staying safe and warm out there these cold, icy winter days. If you’re planning to…

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    "Our Neighborhood Jay" is an acrylic painting by John Sheipe on display through December in his exhibit at Grace Ridge Brewing, alongside work by other Homer artists. Photo provided by John Sheipe
    Art as play and meditation
    By Christina Whiting • December 10, 2025 1:30 am

    Local artist and musician showcases body of “fantastical” nature-themed work.

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    Alaska Department of Natural Resources logo (graphic)
    State proposes changes to material sales regulations
    By Delcenia Cosman • December 9, 2025 5:30 pm

    The Department of Natural Resources is proposing changes to regulations related to material sales and conveyances to state agencies.

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    A diagram presented by Seward City Manager Kat Sorenson during a Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly meeting on Dec. 2, 2025, shows the expected timeline for the Port of Seward Vessel Shore Power Implementation Project. Screenshot
    Seward shore power project moves into preliminary design...
    By Chloe Anderson • December 9, 2025 2:30 pm

    The project will create jobs, reduce cruise ship emissions and provide a backup power grid.

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