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University of Alaska Anchorage, Kachemak Bay Campus nursing students pose for a photo on Wednesday, April 16 after their presentation of paralytic shellfish poisioning.
Wellness workshop tackles rural public health concerns
By Chloe Pleznac Homer News • April 24, 2025 2:30 am

The April 16 informational session addressed tick-borne illnesses and paralytic shellfish poisoning.

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A crane flock looks out over Kachemak Bay at the Inspiration Ridge Preserve in early September last year. (Photo courtesy of Kachemak Crane Watch/Nina Faust)
Return of the cranes
By Chloe Pleznac Homer News • April 24, 2025 2:30 am

The first cranes of the year have been spotted returning to Kachemak Bay to nest.

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Wild Honey Bistro co-owner Scott Livingston speaks to the Homer City Council on construction planned for Bunnell Avenue and Ohlson Lane in the packed Cowles Council Chambers on Monday, April 14, 2025, in Homer City Hall in Homer, Alaska. Screenshot.
Bunnell Avenue, Ohlson Lane improvements to move forward
By Delcenia Cosman • April 24, 2025 1:30 am

The Homer City Council awarded the project contract to East Road Services, Inc. last Monday.

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Council supports ‘No Mow May’ efforts
By Delcenia Cosman • April 24, 2025 1:30 am

Resolution 25-028 was passed on April 14 and supports promotion by the Homer Area Beekeepers Association.

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A sign in support of Homer Senior Citizens Inc rests on display at the “Sustained Resistence, Makes a Difference” rally on Saturday, April 19. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
Homer senior center board seeks to declare bankruptcy
By Chloe Pleznac Homer News • April 23, 2025 12:30 pm

The IRS last week levied $138,000 from the local nonprofit’s bank accounts.

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The Pratt Museum is photograped on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)
Pratt Museum grant funding cut off
By Delcenia Cosman • April 23, 2025 1:30 am

Institute of Museum and Library Services leadership issued a notice on April 8 terminating early a federal grant previously awarded to the museum.

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Protestors stand with an American flag and a sign that reads “DEFUND HATE” on Saturday, April 19 at WKFL Park during the “Sustained Resistence, Makes a Difference” Rally. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
More than 600 gather for ‘Sustained Resistance, Makes...
By Chloe Pleznac Homer News • April 22, 2025 2:30 am

It was at least the third time this year the Homer community gathered to protest the Trump administration.

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Sen. Jesse Bjorkman, R-Nikiski, speaks in support overriding Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of House Bill 69 at the Alaska Capitol in Juneau, Alaska, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (Mark Sabbatini/Juneau Empire)
Legislature upholds governor’s veto of increased school funding
By Jacob Dye • April 22, 2025 1:30 am

The governor last week said he vetoed House Bill 69 because it didn’t include any policy changes and because of the state’s “deteriorated” revenue outlook.

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Kenai Central High School’s Kyle Foster speaks during the 35th Annual Caring for the Kenai Oral Presentations at Kenai Central High School in Kenai, Alaska, on Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Jake Dye/Peninsula Clarion)
Seward freshman wins 35th Caring for the Kenai...
By Jacob Dye • April 21, 2025 1:30 am

Twelve finalists were chosen in this year’s competition.

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Mount Spurr, raised to Advisory on the Volcano Alert Level, can be seen in yellow northwest of the Kenai Peninsula. (Map courtesy Alaska Volcano Observatory/U.S. Department of the Interior)
Spurr activity ‘declined slightly’
By Jacob Dye • April 17, 2025 1:30 am

If an eruption were to occur, there would be noticeable indicators that may provide days to weeks of additional warning.

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Project stakeholders cut a ribbon at the Nikiski Shelter of Hope on Friday, May 20, 2022, in Nikiski, Alaska. (Ashlyn O’Hara/Peninsula Clarion)
Peninsula organizations awarded mental health trust grants
By Delcenia Cosman • April 17, 2025 1:30 am

Three organizations, in Seldovia, Seward and Soldotna, recently received funding from the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.

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Brent Johnson speaks during a meeting of the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly in Soldotna, Alaska, on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. (Jake Dye/Peninsula Clarion)
Assembly kills resolution asking for option to cap...
By Jacob Dye • April 17, 2025 1:30 am

Alaska municipalities are required by state statute to assess all properties at their full and true value.

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Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R-Alaska) speaks to reporters about his decision to veto an education funding bill at the Alaska State Capitol on Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Jasz Garrett / Juneau Empire)
Dunleavy’s veto of education funding bill puts pressure...
By Mark Sabbatini • April 17, 2025 1:30 am

Governor also previews new bill with $560 BSA increase, plus additional funds for policy initiatives.

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