Assembly accepts state funding for community assistance program
The funding will be disbursed to unincorporated communities in the Kenai Peninsula Borough for projects under the state Community Assistance Program.
Art as play and meditation
Local artist and musician showcases body of “fantastical” nature-themed work.
Best Bets
The Betster hopes folks are staying safe and warm out there these cold, icy winter days. If you’re planning to…
Seward shore power project moves into preliminary design phase
The project will create jobs, reduce cruise ship emissions and provide a backup power grid.
State proposes changes to material sales regulations
The Department of Natural Resources is proposing changes to regulations related to material sales and conveyances to state agencies.
Cook Inlet area closed to big skate bycatch retention
The closure is effective in Cook Inlet Area state waters through Dec. 31.
Art in time for the holidays
Check out what’s new in Homer’s galleries this month, starting on December First Friday.
Department of Natural Resources seeks public input on proposed Kenai...
DNR is gathering community perspectives during several meetings this week.
Cook Inletkeeper launches petition against federal government
The organization is calling for transparency in Cook Inlet offshore oil and gas sales.
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Aleutian Airways to offer roundtrip flights between Anchorage and Unalakleet
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Senior center looks to future after year of tumult
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Christmas Comes to Kenai and Soldotna Turkey Trot kick off...
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Nonprofit seeks new community skate park
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Council awards contract for water, wastewater plan development
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Council approves conservation property acquisition
Sports briefs
Homer girls’ wrestling placed 7th overall in Anchorage tournament; varsity hockey split victories in nonconference play.
Kenai Central’s Sophie Tapley signs with UAA volleyball
Tapley will trade her Kardinals jersey for a Seawolf one during the 2026-2027 academic year.
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SoHi, Nikiski wrestling teams compete for Thanksgiving dinner
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Sports briefs: Soldotna hockey, wrestling teams secure wins at weekend...
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Homer hockey falls to Kodiak
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Kenai Central takes home 3rd volleyball state title
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SoHi wrestling sweeps Lancer Smith tourney, eyes state title
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Homer volleyball places 3rd in regional tournament
A wealth of eggs for good health
Pickled along with roasted beets and dill, these eggs have a cheerful hue and bright aroma.
The experiment: Kenai becomes an agricultural test site — Part...
AUTHOR’S NOTE: A presidential executive order in January 1899 had set aside 320 acres of land near Russian Orthodox Church…
Letters to the Editor
Friends of Kachemak Bay State Parks grateful for community support
The people behind earthquake early warning
Alders, alders, everywhere.
Best of Homer 2025
See the results from this year’s contest, as voted by members of the Homer community.
Pet of the Week: Science
This little hamster enjoys a nice pumpkin seed treat right from your hand.
