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New landmark

“Circle Hook,” the latest in city 1-percent-for art projects, was installed last week along a new trail at…

‘Backing Out of Time’ shows next week in HSC fundraiser

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‘Backing Out of Time’ shows next week in HSC fundraiser

“Backing Out of Time,” a film about Baby Boomers caring for parents with Alzheimer’s, shows at 6 p.m.…

The Revelers play next week at Alice’s Champagne Palace

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The Revelers play next week at Alice’s Champagne Palace

Louisiana-bred group The Revelers performs as part of its Alaska tour next week at 8 p.m. April 30…

Pier One auditions are this weekend for summer season

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Pier One auditions are this weekend for summer season

Pier One Theatre invites actors to try out this weekend for David Mamet’s 1984 play, “Glengarry Glen Ross,”…

Poet Linda Martin poses at her Homer home last week.-Photo by Nicole Luchaco, Homer News

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Homer poet releases first book

It is common knowledge that people bond over the shared experiences of grief, loss and love, but the…

Homer experiences rare, real spring

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Homer experiences rare, real spring

O, the wonder of bulbs. Over the years I have been reluctant to invest in them. There are…

A red truck is in the woods at the side of Diamond Ridge Road last Thursday morning after the driver missed the curve on snowy roads near Sheldon Drive. A woman in the truck said she was shaken up but not hurt and waited for help.-Photo by Michael Armstrong

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Homer’s Best Bets

When, oh when will our long seasonal nightmare end? Day after day, roaring blizzards have left maybe an…

Artistic director Tammy Vollum-Matturro offers insight to musicians during a rehearsal for last Saturday’s Pops concert.-Photo by Sue Biggs

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Orchestra educates, entertains

For Mellisa Nill, participating in the Kenai Peninsula Orchestra is all about the personal connection with both fellow…

Co-director Hannah Heimbuch performs her solo piece during the group rehearsal.-Photo by Nicole Luchaco

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Spring Cabaret starts season in song, style

With the advent of spring comes the return of many beloved Homer staples: warmer temperatures, an increase in…

Four generations pose for a photo at the Homer Elks Lodge Easter egg hunt on Sunday afternoon. At center, bottom, is Trinity Critchett, great-granddaughter of Tepa Rogers, right, granddaughter of Anita Critchett, left, and niece of Denali Critchett, center.

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Homer’s Best Bets

Congratulations, citizens. This week you earn the distinct honor of directly participating in your government. Unlike voting, where…

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Fisheries group seeks art

The Alaska Chapter of the American Fisheries Society holds its 42nd annual meeting in Homer Nov. 2-6 and…

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Homer writer signs book

Homer writer and filmmaker Jean Aspen signs her book, “Arctic Daughter,” from 4-6 p.m. April 15 at the…

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Lee Ann Roripaugh visits Bunnell

Writer Lee Ann Roripaugh visits Bunnell Street Arts Center for a residency later this month. At 6 p.m.…