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The sign in front of the Homer Electric Association building in Kenai, Alaska as seen on April 1, 2020. (Photo by Brian Mazurek/Peninsula Clarion)

Homer Electric Association announces rate increase

The proposed increase, if approved by the Regulatory Commission of Alaska, will go into effect Jan. 1.

 

Seward’s Atlin Ryan wrestles against a Mountain City Christian Academy athlete during the regional Kachemak Conference Wrestling Championships on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at Homer High School in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

Homer girls wrestling team named regional champions

Kenai boys, girls both placed third overall in the Kachemak Conference Wrestling Championships on Saturday.

 

Homer and Soldotna hockey players battle for the puck during the Carlin Cup home varsity game on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at the Kevin Bell Arena in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

SoHi hockey claims 3rd Carlin Cup victory

The Soldotna varsity hockey team defeated Homer 9-1 Saturday at Kevin Bell Arena.

 

The KBBI Public Radio office and studio is on Kachemak Way, as seen in this photo taken July 2, 2019, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

Peninsula radio receives ‘stabilization’ funds from national nonprofit

The Public Media Bridge Fund awarded an “initial” round of stabilization grants equaling $26 million to 74 organizations nationwide impacted by the loss of federal funding.

The KBBI Public Radio office and studio is on Kachemak Way, as seen in this photo taken July 2, 2019, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)
Runners of all ages gather for a photo in the Homer High School Commons after the annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. Due to icy outdoor conditions, the official run was moved to the high school halls. Photo courtesy Matthew Smith

55 turn out for Homer Turkey Trot

Each Thanksgiving morning, the Kachemak Bay Running Club and the City of Homer Community Recreation Department host a combined fun run and food drive to… Continue reading

Runners of all ages gather for a photo in the Homer High School Commons after the annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. Due to icy outdoor conditions, the official run was moved to the high school halls. Photo courtesy Matthew Smith
The KBBI Public Radio office and studio is on Kachemak Way, as seen in this photo taken July 2, 2019, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

Kenai Peninsula public radio receives grant funding

The Alaska Community Foundation fund recently awarded $2.9 million in grants to public media stations statewide, including in Homer and Kenai.

The KBBI Public Radio office and studio is on Kachemak Way, as seen in this photo taken July 2, 2019, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)
The Homer Mariners varsity football team celebrates their victory after the Division III state championships game on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Wasilla, Alaska. Photo provided by Justin Zank

Homer football brings home back-to-back state titles

The Mariners defeated Barrow 20-0 on Saturday, winning the state championships for the second year in a row.

The Homer Mariners varsity football team celebrates their victory after the Division III state championships game on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Wasilla, Alaska. Photo provided by Justin Zank
Protesters gather along the Sterling Highway and hold up signs during the “No Kings” demonstration on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

700 in Homer join nationwide ‘No Kings’ protest

At least 25 Alaska communities took part in “No Kings” day Saturday, alongside millions of protesters in over 2,600 peaceful demonstrations across the U.S.

Protesters gather along the Sterling Highway and hold up signs during the “No Kings” demonstration on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)
A still image from Michael Walsh's "His World and it's Harms" (2025). Courtesy of Michael Walsh.

Porcupine Theater to host ‘LAT59: Filmmaker Forum,’ featuring new films from 3 local artists

The inaugeral event will celebrate the Homer filmmakers over Sept. 25, 26 and 27.

A still image from Michael Walsh's "His World and it's Harms" (2025). Courtesy of Michael Walsh.
Jaxon Bourne sits in his booth at the Homer Farmers Market with his handmade knives, pens and cutting boards on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

Bladesmithing is a journey

Homer youth showcases handmade knives and more.

Jaxon Bourne sits in his booth at the Homer Farmers Market with his handmade knives, pens and cutting boards on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting
The Homer Public Library. File photo

Homer library receives annual state grant

The Homer City Council approved an ordinance accepting and appropriating grant funds for the Homer Public Library.

The Homer Public Library. File photo
The basket catches fire on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 at Mariner Park in Homer, Alaska. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

Homer ‘OPENS’ itself to annual Burning Basket project

This year’s basket was the 22nd to be created in Homer.

The basket catches fire on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 at Mariner Park in Homer, Alaska. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
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Alaska World Arts Festival returns for 7th year

The annual event, which aims to cultivate connections through the arts, will kick off on Friday, Sept. 12.

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A beach along Kachemak Bay is photographed in 2018. (Homer News file)

State issues alert for toxic shellfish found in Kachemak Bay

Shellfish from “the inner bay” have been found to contain amounts of toxins responsible for paralytic shellfish poisoning.

A beach along Kachemak Bay is photographed in 2018. (Homer News file)
Volunteers at Glacier Spit Cleanup in September 2022. Photo provided by Center for Alaska Coastal Studies

CoastWalk 2025 kicks off this September in Homer

CACS’s annual marine debris cleanup and data collection event will start Sept. 6.

Volunteers at Glacier Spit Cleanup in September 2022. Photo provided by Center for Alaska Coastal Studies
Ceramics by Jenny Nakao are on display through September 2025 at Bunnell Street Arts Center in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Bunnell Street Arts Center

1st Friday of fall

Fall is in the air and new art is on display in Homer’s galleries.

Ceramics by Jenny Nakao are on display through September 2025 at Bunnell Street Arts Center in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Bunnell Street Arts Center
A photo from July of the backstage at Pier One Theatre. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

Out of the office and on the stage

Ruminations on a return to Homer community theater.

A photo from July of the backstage at Pier One Theatre. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
Artists in the Homer Independent Living Center's Artability program are photographed with their artwork on display at the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge during the 2025 Shorebird Festival in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by the Independent Living Center

Inclusivity in art

The Homer Public Library showcases work by local high school students and ‘Artability’ group members.

Artists in the Homer Independent Living Center's Artability program are photographed with their artwork on display at the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge during the 2025 Shorebird Festival in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by the Independent Living Center
The beginning of this year's Burning Basket on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
The beginning of this year's Burning Basket on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)
The northbound shoulder of the Sterling Highway is washed out at Mile 157, near the intersection with Old Sterling Highway between Homer and Anchor Point, on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Alaska Department of Transportation

Rainfall causes road damage on Sterling Highway near Homer

Drivers are advised to use caution near Mile 157 of the Sterling Highway, just before the Old Sterling Highway intersection.

The northbound shoulder of the Sterling Highway is washed out at Mile 157, near the intersection with Old Sterling Highway between Homer and Anchor Point, on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Alaska Department of Transportation