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Iditarod shortens ceremonial start because of lack of snow
ANCHORAGE (AP) — A lack of snow in Alaska’s largest city has led the world’s most famous sled…
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Some school cuts certain; district waits for legislative budget action
The district expects to hear from the state Legislature about how much money it will get April 27,…
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Bill threatens senior tax break
A bill introduced Feb. 24 by Rep. Paul Seaton, R-Homer, would allow local governments to choose whether they…
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HEA board nomination period open
Homer Electric Association (HEA) is accepting nominations from members interested in running for a seat on the cooperative’s…
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Assembly approves pot rules
The night before entrepreneurs across Alaska were able to apply for marijuana business licenses, the Kenai Peninsula Borough…
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In Brief
Panel advances national checks for pot business applicants JUNEAU — A state Senate committee has advanced legislation that…
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3 Homer students earn high academic ranking
Three Homer High School students sit on a peak of academic achievement as part of the top 10…
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NONPROFIT NEEDS
Editor’s Note: Every month to accompany the Pay It Forward column, which is coordinated by The Homer Foundation,…
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Policy allows vehicle use for seasonal coal picking
A new beach policy passed at the Feb. 8 Homer City Council meeting came back for reconsideration at…
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Measure calling for city vote on pot sales moves forward
Editor’s note: The article has been changed to correct the name of Walter Swearingen and to clarify his…
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Carnival taps into sunny side of a Homer winter
Homer’s Winter Carnival last weekend combined the wacky and inventive with some wishful thinking. Despite the dreary, and…
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Film fest shows next week
The 2015 Anchorage International Film Festival shows next week at the Homer Theatre starting at 6 p.m. on…
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Police warn about thefts from cars
Homer Police last week put out an alert asking residents to be on the alert for thefts from…