Northrim Bank Announces New Homer Financial Center
Northrim Bank announced the March 18 opening of its newest branch, the Homer Financial Center. A grand opening is planned for March 25.
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Northrim Bank Adds Loan Officer to Homer
Northrim Bank opened a new Loan Production office in Homer, staffed Jennifer McLay, who joins the team as Vice President – Commercial Loan Officer.
Dixon Diversion Hydro Project Would Be Alaska’s Largest in 30 Years
The largest hydroelectric project in Alaska for thirty years is moving ahead. The Alaska Energy Authority made the initial regulatory filing for the Dixon Diversion near Homer.
Homer Electric Association Deploys Tesla Batteries in Soldotna
Tesla Megapacks give Homer Electric Association a battery backup to rival a system in Fairbanks that was once the world’s largest.
Pickles from Space: Extending Alaska’s Food Independence
Efforts to expand Alaskans’ diet beyond 95 percent imported foods are drawing from the fields of medicine, mental health, and even outer space.
2021 Governor’s Arts and Humanities Awards Recognize Nine Alaskans
Annual arts and humanities awards recognize the advocates, artists, educators, and historians who have used their craft and passion to support and inspire others.
Seaweed, Strawberries, and Rhodiola Get Specialty Crop Grants
The Division of Agriculture has awarded $217,388 in Specialty Crop Block Grants to seven Alaska organizations as part of its effort to enhance Alaska’s food security and promote Alaska’s specialty crop industry.
Bay Welding Services Awarded Alaska Chamber 2019 Bill Bivin Small Business of the Year Award
Homer’s own Bay Welding Services has been honored with the 2019 Bill Bivin Small Business of the Year award. The Bill Bivin award pays tribute to Alaskan, independently-owned businesses that demonstrate community involvement, leadership in their field, business ethics, and organizational excellence.
Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby Retiring
After 34 years, the Homer Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center Board of Directors has decided to retire the Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby at the close of this year’s Derby on September 15, 2019.