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Hydro project planners submit environmental plans

ANCHORAGE — Alaska energy planners have taken a step toward licensing for the country’s second tallest dam by…

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Southcentral gas supplies tight; producers to the rescue?

The weather has been cold and natural gas supplies in Southcentral Alaska are very tight. Enstar Natural Gas…

Sarah Mohorcich laughs and sings along with Christmas music as she stocks a salad bar in the cafeteria at Central Peninsula Hospital last week. Mohorcich is an intern with Project SEARCH which provides job training for students with disabilities. -Photo by Rashah McChesney, Morris News Service - Alaska

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Working hearts, engaged minds

By Rashah McChesney Morris News Service – Alaska Vincent “Vin” Chavarrir likes to run a laundry-folding machine affectionately…

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Central peninsula lawmakers present united front on issues

Three area lawmakers told a crowd gathered Friday they were encouraged about the prospects of solving some of…

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Parnell rolls out $12.8 billion budget

ANCHORAGE — Gov. Sean Parnell on Friday announced a proposed state budget that would limit growth in operating…

Karen Shealy, center, owner and operator of Sea Glo Skin Care and Cosmetic Boutique, poses with receptionist Antonina Martushev, left, and masseuse Melissa Mika. The boutique recently moved to a new location in Old Town.-Photo by McKibben Jackinsky, Homer News

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Sea Glo boutique basks in new Old Town location

An atmosphere of peace and tranquility, a hint of pampering and an interior décor reflecting the skill of…

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Assembly to mull capital projects

By Brian Smith Morris News Service – Alaska Kenai Peninsula Borough Mayor Mike Navarre last week released a…

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Business Breifs

Three local entrepreneurs receive business boost Ideas for a baby caregiver network, unique home furnishings and a business…

Homer Harbormaster Bryan Hawkins, left, and Mike Stockburger, owner of the Homer Boat Yard and a founding member of Homer Marine Trades Association, team up at the Pacific Marine Expo in Seattle last month.-Photo Provided

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Seattle event gives good exposure to Homer’s harbor, marine trades

For the second year in a row, thousands of people visiting the three-day Pacific Marine Expo in Seattle…

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Loans available to assist with king fishing disaster

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the availability of long-term, low-interest loans for people affected by chinook…

Mark Kinney and Brandon Moonin sample water quality at Port Graham.-Photo provided

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Mark Kinney retires after 23 years in Homer’s conservation service office

After serving for 23 years as the district conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Office (formerly…

Debbie Dauphinais works the Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival booth last Saturday at the Nutcracker Faire-Photo by Michael Armstrong, Homer News

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Debbie Dauphinais is new shorebird coordinator

Debbie Dauphinais has been settling into her job as the new Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival coordinator, taking over…

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Chamber’s car-ATV raffle drawing is today at 6 p.m.

The Homer Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center has several events planned:* The annual car raffle drawing is…