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Opinion: Building Alaska’s future by putting education first
When I served as a state Senator, the most common visitors to my office were parents and teachers.…
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Point of View: Planet Youth Homer: Growing up in and around our community
Surrounded by natural environments that sustain our hearts, minds, souls and bodies, Kachemak Bay is a special place…
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Point of View: Food pantry grateful for support during ‘Every Which Way Rhubarb’ fundraiser
On behalf of the Homer Community Food Pantry and Grace Ridge Brewery, we’d like to thank everyone for…
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Opinion: Alaska’s public media is under threat. Together, we can save it.
When people think about what connects Alaska’s far-flung communities and our limited road access, the first answers are…
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Point of View: Rep. Vance must step away from education funding opposition
Below is the petition to our District 6 representative, Sarah Vance. This petition was sent to her before…
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Point of View: Sand
The sand reminded me to say your name as I prayed again for you and your families.
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Point of View: America is built on diversity
Our often-described melting pot — or mixed salad — country should be its strength and beauty. Instead, people…
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Opinion: Governor deposits a veto to help predatory lenders
Thousands of Alaskans get so squeezed on their finances every year that they turn to high-interest payday loans…
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Point of View: Why ‘fee simple’ still matters in Homer
We, the people, have the freedom to own, to build, and to choose what we do with the…
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Opinion: Alaskans were misled on marijuana taxes and education funding
When Alaskans voted in 2014 to legalize recreational marijuana, they did so under the belief — repeated often…
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Point of View: Life is harder when you outlive your support group
My mom lived until she was 97. She died two weeks after President Joe Biden was sworn in,…
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Opinion: Congress must back the Ambler Road to secure Alaska’s economic future
Alaska stands at a pivotal moment and the stars have aligned for our state. The Ambler Road —…
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Point of View: Not fishing for favors — Alaskans need basic health care access
We ask our elected officials to oppose this bill that puts our health and livelihoods in danger.