Listen to this episode of the Coffee Table, for a discussion with the people behind Homer’s newest news outlet, the Homer Independent Press, a locally owned, nonprofit, online newspaper; to hear about the challenges of starting a new publication, their mission, and how they fit into the long history of local journalism.

In 2026, the Homer Public Library celebrates twenty years in their new building. The concept, development, planning, and funding of the building was driven by community members recognizing the unfilled needs of the existing building at the time, and has resulted in a highly popular community space. Guests:Dave Berry - Director, Homer Public LibraryNancy Lord - served on the Homer Library Advisory Board and chaired the New Library Capital CampaignSue Mauger - served as Chair of the Library Advisory Board and Friends of the Homer Public LibraryKen Castner - chaired the Library Building CommitteeBen Gibson - Owner's Representative on the construction contract

A discussion with representatives from South Peninsula Haven House, to talk about the organization, services, advocacy, and prevention. Girls on the Run program starting in February, plus new program for boys, Let Me Run. Planet Youth Survey conclusion with plans to share the results with community stakeholders over the next few months.

Fathoms Deep is a ten-part series aired once a month to record our harbor's history told by people who lived and worked in Homer at the time, and their descendants.

Readings from six writers in residence at Storyknife Writer's Retreat

KBBI's Concert on the Lawn 2025 preview

A review of training materials for the Safe Zone project

An Oral History of Homer Harbor - this episode focuses on the charter fishing industry

The Kenai Peninsula celebrates Pride month