Anchor River opens up to Dollies, non-King salmon fishing

Steelhead and rainbow trout are still off limits and should not be removed from the water.

By Chloe Pleznac • July 23, 2025 2:30 am
Arts council presents annual awards

Homer Council on the Arts presented seven community arts awards during their annual meeting Saturday.

By Delcenia Cosman • July 23, 2025 1:30 am
Council to hold public hearing on rec center funding

The public hearing will take place at the next regular meeting on Monday, July 28.

By Delcenia Cosman • July 23, 2025 1:30 am
Reeling ‘Em In: Watching the fish roll in

The incoming tide was headed our way so we could restart our game of “Spot the violations” as the silvers rolled in.

By Nick Varney • July 22, 2025 2:30 am
Salmonfest to return for 15th year of fish, love and...

This year’s festival will take place from Aug. 1-3 at the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds in Ninilchik.

By Chloe Pleznac • July 22, 2025 2:30 am
An exploration of curiosity

Local artist showcases new and previously completed mixed media pieces.

By Christina Whiting For Homer News • July 23, 2025 1:30 am

Work continues on Kenai Bluff stabilization project

The wall has already taken shape over a broad swath of the affected area.

By Jacob Dye • July 24, 2025 1:30 am
Crash that killed husband of former congresswoman was overloaded with...

The plane, a single-engine Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, crashed shortly after takeoff in a mountainous area of southwestern Alaska on Sept. 12, 2023.

By Adeel Hassan c.2025 The New York Times Company • July 23, 2025 2:30 am
Steve Melchior: Treasured peninsula pioneer with a sketchy past —...

AUTHOR’S NOTE: Stephan “Steve” Melchior parleyed a partially fabricated past into a respected life as a miner and a builder…

By Clark Fair • July 24, 2025 2:30 am
Something warm and comforting

This mild and nutritious soup is full of fiber and vitamins, plus a healthy dose of shredded cheddar.

By Tressa Dale • July 24, 2025 1:30 am
Best Bets

BEST HOSPICE VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BET: Hospice of Homer is hosting a barbecue to celebrate all HOH volunteers on Thursday, July…

By Delcenia Cosman • July 24, 2025 1:30 am
Pets of the Week: Lola and Maui

These two are still waiting for their furever home.

July 24, 2025 2:30 am