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The Swan Lake Fire can be seen from above on Monday, Aug. 26, 2029, on the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. (Photo courtesy Alaska Wildland Fire Information)

Point of View: Get kids outside learning about wildfires

New low-prep wildfire lesson plans make field trips to burned areas convenient and easy.

  • Aug 21, 2025
  • By Heather McFarland, Tori Brannan, Katie Spellman and Hilary Shook
The Swan Lake Fire can be seen from above on Monday, Aug. 26, 2029, on the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. (Photo courtesy Alaska Wildland Fire Information)
Rumi, Zoey and Mira, of Huntr/x, perform in “KPop Demon Hunters.” (Promotional photo courtesy Sony Pictures Animation)

On the Screen: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ deserves a spot on the big screen

It’s a film that was made to be experienced with theater-quality sound and alongside a group of strangers.

Rumi, Zoey and Mira, of Huntr/x, perform in “KPop Demon Hunters.” (Promotional photo courtesy Sony Pictures Animation)
Steve Melchior in his Seward yard with two of his many dogs, probably circa mid-1920s. (Photo courtesy of the Melchior Family Collection)

Steve Melchior: Treasured peninsula pioneer with a sketchy past — Part 6

This moose-and-man journey attracted considerable attention nationwide.

Steve Melchior in his Seward yard with two of his many dogs, probably circa mid-1920s. (Photo courtesy of the Melchior Family Collection)
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A child races into the night in “Weapons.”

On the Screen: ‘Weapons’ a thoughtful horror set to American tragedy

Wrapped in a supernatural horror story is a distinctly human narrative.

Promotional image courtesy Warner Bros. Discovery 
A child races into the night in “Weapons.”
Fireweed is seen on a hillside in Homer, Alaska, on Sept. 26, 2025. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion file)

Minister’s Message: Seasons on the Kenai

Just as there are seasons on the Kenai, there are seasons of life.

Fireweed is seen on a hillside in Homer, Alaska, on Sept. 26, 2025. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion file)
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Reeling ‘Em In: Know your fish

Southern Kenai fishing report

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Smoked salmon ready for taste testing in Wrangell. (Photo by Vivian Faith Prescott)

5th annual ‘Smoked Salmon Super Bowl’ names winners of tastiest fish

The fifth annual Smoked Salmon Super Bowl highlighted Alaska businesses who work to share the taste of authentic, wild Alaska seafood with the world.

Smoked salmon ready for taste testing in Wrangell. (Photo by Vivian Faith Prescott)
Kenai Peninsula District 4-H chickens are on display at the Kenai Peninsula Fair, Aug. 8-10, 2025, in Ninilchik, Alaska. Photo courtesy of Jack Money

Family fun at the fair

The Kenai Peninsula Fair was held last weekend in Ninilchik.

Kenai Peninsula District 4-H chickens are on display at the Kenai Peninsula Fair, Aug. 8-10, 2025, in Ninilchik, Alaska. Photo courtesy of Jack Money
This hearty meal comes straight out of an Irish pub ... sort of. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

A hearty meal for adventurers

This recipe for turkey cottage pie makes enough for supper, with plenty of leftovers for elevensies.

This hearty meal comes straight out of an Irish pub ... sort of. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)
Freshly caught fish lay at the author’s feet. (Photo by Meredith Harber/courtesy)

Minister’s Message: Fishing together

We, despite our differences, are one human population, attempting to make life each day.

Freshly caught fish lay at the author’s feet. (Photo by Meredith Harber/courtesy)
In September 1946, the Alaska Sportsman Magazine published “Moose Ranch,” an article by Mamie “Niska” Elwell. The story describes Steve Melchior’s moose-ranching operation from the 1920s and features two photographs of Melchior.

Steve Melchior: Treasured peninsula pioneer with a sketchy past — Part 5

In June 1913, a peninsula game warden informed the governor that Melchior was raising a moose calf on his mining property.

In September 1946, the Alaska Sportsman Magazine published “Moose Ranch,” an article by Mamie “Niska” Elwell. The story describes Steve Melchior’s moose-ranching operation from the 1920s and features two photographs of Melchior.
Liam Neeson is Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. in “The Naked Gun.” (Promotional image courtesy Paramount Pictures)

On the Screen: Profoundly dumb, deeply hilarious

‘Naked Gun’ brings back the goofball comedy.

Liam Neeson is Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. in “The Naked Gun.” (Promotional image courtesy Paramount Pictures)
These scones are an easy treat and feature locally-grown fruit. Photo provided by Tressa Dale

Family meals and memories

These easy scones feature fresh cherries, grown locally.

These scones are an easy treat and feature locally-grown fruit. Photo provided by Tressa Dale
The KBBI AM 890 station is located on Kachemak Way in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

Opinion: Alaska’s public media is under threat. Together, we can save it.

If nothing is done, the lost funding will result in the complete loss of broadcast signals in remote communities.

  • Aug 7, 2025
  • By Ed Ulman, Jaclyn Sallee and Mollie Kabler
The KBBI AM 890 station is located on Kachemak Way in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
Team Seaweed presents their research on Monday, July 28, 2025 in Pioneer Hall at Kachemak Bay Campus. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

‘Girls on the Water’ expedition presents on summer adventures and research

The program, run through UAF, helps expose young women to coastal ecosystems

Team Seaweed presents their research on Monday, July 28, 2025 in Pioneer Hall at Kachemak Bay Campus. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
A community member works with clay on a wheel in the ceramics studio at Homer Council on the Arts in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts

Homer’s art scene heads into fall

Homer Council on the Arts’ activities are bursting onto the scene for all to enjoy.

A community member works with clay on a wheel in the ceramics studio at Homer Council on the Arts in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts
Salmonfest-goers crowd in front of the Ocean Stage during Blackwater Railroad’s performance on Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds in Ninilchik. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

Celebrating salmon, art and culture

Salmonfest was held in Ninilchik last weekend, featuring music, community and advocacy.

Salmonfest-goers crowd in front of the Ocean Stage during Blackwater Railroad’s performance on Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds in Ninilchik. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)
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My Turn: Our country requires leadership

An open letter to Alaska’s congressional delegation

  • Aug 4, 2025
  • By Van Abbott
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"Musical Chair" is a photograph by Amaia Nicole Crain, with model Alisa Sonne, on display through August in her solo photography exhibit at Homer Council on the Arts. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts

August First Friday in Homer

Summer is in full swing and Homer’s galleries and public art spaces are abuzz with artists showcasing new and ongoing work.

"Musical Chair" is a photograph by Amaia Nicole Crain, with model Alisa Sonne, on display through August in her solo photography exhibit at Homer Council on the Arts. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts
Former Homer News Editor-in-chief Michael Armstrong poses for a photograph Oct, 26, 2024, in Wilmington, Vermont. (Photo by Janet Shook/courtesy)

Aging Gracefully: Write your own story

One unfortunate aspect of aging is that the number of memorial services you attend begins to exceed weddings.

  • Aug 1, 2025
  • By Michael Armstrong Homer News Contributor
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Former Homer News Editor-in-chief Michael Armstrong poses for a photograph Oct, 26, 2024, in Wilmington, Vermont. (Photo by Janet Shook/courtesy)