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Point of View: LGBTQ books should be moved from children’s section of the library

We would like LGBTQ books moved to a location within the library that affords parents full discretionary authority…

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Point of View: Banning books corrodes diversity and inclusion in our community

The Homer Public Library is beloved by the Homer community and well-regarded further afield for its innovative programming,…

George Overpeck

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Pay It Forward: Thank you, Anonymous

When I moved to Homer as a young adult, my new neighbor, Walter Johnson, asked me a memorable…

Former Democratic state Rep. Beth Kerttula holds up a sign reading “Vot No Con Con,” during a rally at the Dimond Courthouse Plaza in Juneau. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

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Constitutional convention is not necessary

As most know, a proposition to hold a constitutional convention will be on the Nov. 8 ballot.

Mossy Kilcher. (Photo courtesy of Mossy Kilcher)

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Point of View: Leave well enough alone; vote ‘no’ on a constitutional convention

In these inflammatory, divisive and uncertain times it would be fatal for Alaskans to risk a constitutional overhaul.

Ryan Smith, South Peninsula Hospital Chief Executive Officer. (Photo courtesy of South Peninsula Hospital)

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Point of View: Having hospitalists ‘means all good things’

A hospitalist is a dedicated physician who works exclusively in the hospital to provide inpatient care.

Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships. (logo provided)

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Point of View: Increasing awareness about emotional wellness

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Michael O’Meara.

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Point of View: Tell BOEM how you feel

Didn’t get the memo?

Homer Foundation

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Point of View: Nonprofits provide essential services not provided by cities

I moved to Homer from Arizona 11 years ago. I was just out of college and living on…

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Point of View: Carl Sagan’s ‘Baloney Detection Kit’ captures us today

On 1997 the brilliant and wise sage astrophysicist Dr. Carl Sagan wrote: “In popularizing science and trying to…

Homer Foundation

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As we have all witnessed these past few years, our little hamlet by the sea is experiencing some…

South Peninsula Hospital Foundation scholarship recipient Christine Kulcheski. (Photo provided)

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Point of View: SPH Foundation supports new health care workers through scholarships

When the South Peninsula Hospital Foundation was founded nearly 20 years ago, the volunteer board knew they did…

Therese Lewandowski

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Point of View: Our elections

The Point of View in the Aug. 4 Homer News by Edie Grunwald, who is running for Lt.…