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Yukon musician returns to Homer with eclectic set

If you plugged in “Gordon Tentrees” to an online music radio program, it might start out with something…

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Spotlight on the Library: Library rolls out 2018 Lit Lineup

“A mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to stay sharp.” —George R.R.…

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Bring out the grill with warm weather

The unseasonably spring-like weather we’ve been experiencing has me on the party deck doing some grilling. If this…

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Arts Briefs

Michael Franti and Spearhead is Salmonfest headliner Salmonfest on Monday announced its headline act for the annual festival…

Homer Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center board of director President Kari Ann Baker unveils the cover of the 2018 tourism and recreation guide at the chamber’s annual meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018 at the Best Western Bidarka Inn in Homer, Alaska. The cover photo was taken by Collin Walker and picked in a contest held by the chamber. (Photo by Michael Armstrong, Homer News)

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“For a brief moment Sunday, the southernmost tip of Alaska was warmer than the southernmost tip of Florida.”…

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Mountainfilm fest returns for 16th year

The Telluride Mountainfilm Festival is returning to Homer once again, for the 16th time, to share tales of…

Artist Julianne Tomich stands next to one of her bear paintings at the First Friday opening of her show at Grace Ridge Brewery. (Photo by Michael Armstrong, Homer News)

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‘Bears in Flowers’ looks at the terror of our furry friends

In the Homer art scene, artist Julianne Tomich defies categorization. Comfortable in both 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art, she’s…

Skiers do the Sunset Loop Sunday on the Kachemak Nordic Ski Club trails on Diamond Ridge. Through the trailhead at the Diamond Ridge Fire Station, skiers can access the trail with a fabulous view of Kachemak Bay. (Photo by Michael Armstrong, Homer News)

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What are we supposed to do now? That’s what the Betster has been left pondering the last few…

The cover of “pH,” Homer writer Nancy Lord’s first novel. Published in September 2017, it is No. 2 on the 2017 Homer Bookstore best-seller list, and the top seller for a new book last year. (Image submitted).

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Kilchers top Homer Bookstore best seller list for second year

For the second year in a row, Eve and Eivin Kilcher’s “Homestead Kitchen” topped the Homer Bookstore’s annual…

Teri Robl’s roasted chicken works best with farm-raised or organic chicken. (Photo by Teri Robl)

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Winter is the perfect time for comfort food

I am hunkered into domestic life, as my job is seasonal and I am off during the winter…

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Time for a little pizazz in New Year

Happy New Year! A clean slate, endless possibilities, each day an opportunity to enjoy a new adventure. What…

The sun rises over the Homer Spit and the Kenai Mountains on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018. On Thursday there will be 6 hours and 17 minutes of daylight, a gain of 13 minutes from last week. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

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Ugh. That’s really all the Betster can muster today, folks. Is it really 2018 already? Was it not…

The Moxie Strings: Diana Ladio, Fritz McGirr and Alison Lynn. (Photo provided)

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Arts Briefs

‘Bears’ show opens at Grace Ridge Brewery Homer artist Julianne Tomich’s new show, “Bears in Flowers,” opens with…