Homer library sign made from beach material

Homer reacts to Palin resignation

Homer's Best Bets

EarthTalk: Insulating paints

Dear EarthTalk: Do insulating paints actually insulate and save energy? If they do, are they environmentally friendly to use? -- B.D.
Paint additives that claim insulating...

Alaska 4th of July 2009 Independence Day Events

Alaska Fourth of July Fireworks, Festivities and Celebrations
Fourth of July Parade, Chitina, AK - July 4, 2009
July 4th Celebration, Fairbanks, AK -...

Homer 4th of July Fireworks, parades and more - Fourth of July 2009

Fireworks have been a traditional part of the 4th of July celebration ever since 1777 (more 4th of July facts). Start here to find the best Homer, Alaska 4th of July fireworks...

An Invitation to our Homer Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Homer, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

Refinance Your Mortgage Locally, as Mortgage Rates Drop to 5% Level

­­With recent Fed action, interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages have fallen across the country to 5% and, for the best credits, even lower.
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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Homer area

What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Alaska’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

Weekend Activities in and around Homer

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Homer organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Homer is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Homer area

They're called 'shovel-ready,' those stimulus projects that have been surveyed, planned for, approved and are ready to go in cities all around America. They've been on hold due...

Giving To Homer Non-Profits: It Does Good…And It Feels Good

“There is no greater joy in life than giving to worthy
causes.” – Ted Turner, announcing his decision to give $1 billion to the United Nations (1997)
No doubt...

Make a difference in Homer! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Homer area and around the State...

Online Public Notices - Week of 02/09/2009

New Notices Posted 02/09/2009:
Procurement: ITB NRJ00000725F Cordova Stump Removal (Transportation & Public Facilities)
Procurement: ITB NRJ00000722F...

The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!

­­­In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetoo­t­hs, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more impo­rtan­t to our sanity.Slowing...

Homer Alaska Information: Homer, Alaska is part of KENAI PENINSULA County. Population for Homer from the last gathering is 3946. You can view Homer venues that host many Homer AK events every year. You can also research Homer Alaska homes for sale by visiting our Homer Alaska real estate guide. Homer Alaska has a latitude of 59.6736 and a longitude of -151.481. Zip codes in Homer, AK include 99603 ... more Homer zips.