Coffee Table

Voting in Homer Electric Association’s 2023 election is open now, through May 4. The utility stretches from Seldovia to just about Cooper Landing, with major goals over the next decade to diversify its grid and deliver more reliable and sustainable power to Kenai Peninsula and Kachemak Bay communities.

South Peninsula Haven House is hosting the Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony in April.

A community meeting will be held to discuss Homer's housing insecurities, organizers are requesting input from the community ahead of time.

Alzheimer's Resource of Alaska is collaborating with Hospice of Homer to organize events aimed at educating the community about Alzheimer's and dementia.

The Friends of the Homer Public Library honor Homer EMS Chief Samantha Cunningham and Homer High School student Thea Person. Featuring recordings from the Saturday Celebration of Lifelong Learning.

In the past, the state of Alaska heavily subsidized additional drilling in the oil industry. However, the current market forces are shifting towards prioritizing renewable energy sources. Guests, data analyst and scientists Brett Higman, Erin McKittrick, and Scott Waterman spoke with host Kathleen Gustafson about current trends and provided insight on the future of Alaska's economy.

On Wednesday's Coffee Table, host Kathleen Gustafson pays tribute to Homer's own homesteader, scientist, educator, and adventurer Daisy Lee Bitter for the occasion of her 95th birthday. Listen to friends and colleagues from the community share their memories and celebrate the life of this remarkable woman.

A review of the changing animal control codes for the City and Homer Animal Shelter shares cold weather safety tips for your pets along with a glimpse into what pet adoption looks like in Homer for 2023. Join us for a discussion with Jillian Rogers with Homer Animal Shelter and Alaska Mindful Paws, Lt. Ryan Browning from the Homer Police Department, Jason Herrman with ADF&G and Jen Liston Bowman w...

Homer’s fire department continues to face an EMT and firefighter shortage — a problem exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us for a discussion with Deputy Chief Joe Kahles and EMS Assistant Chief Samantha Cunningham from the Homer Fire Department, and Deputy Chief Eric Schultz from Kachemak Emergency Services to discuss the issue and upcoming trainings.

Homer Community Recreation Manager Mike Illg, and Maggie Wilkins, Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Seward discuss wintertime activities in the Homer and Seward areas.

Host Kathleen Gustafson and Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly members Lane Chesley, Cindy Eklund and Mike Tupper talk about the 2023 budget process and projects and priorities for Seward and Homer.

This episode originally aired on 11/30/22 Back in early October, Homer area schools were under what was deemed a “soft lockdown” following the threat of a school shooting on TikTok, according to the Homer Police Department. On this week's Coffee Table, KBBI's Hope McKenney talks school safety with Police Chief Mark Robl and Lt. Ryan Browning from the Homer Police Department, as well as Kenai Penin...

This episode originally aired on 11/23/22 On this week's Coffee Table, join Jay Bechtol, Executive Director of South Peninsula Behavioral Health Services; Morgan Laffert, representing Hospice of Homer; and Pam Hooker, the facilitator for a local caregiver's support group.

This show originally aired 12/21/22 A visit to the Homer Senior Center with Allie Setterquist, marketing and communications with Homer Senior Citizens Inc., and Deb Rowsey, activities coordinator with the Homer Senior Center.

Host Josh Krohn was joined this week by guests from the area’s newest charter school, the Homer Forest School. They discussed how charter schools are organized, what a forest school is and how students learn in an outdoor classroom.

Our topic this week is Ballot Measure 1, which asks voters the question: should Alaska hold a constitutional convention. The panelists are Rep. Ben Carpenter representing the 'yes' side and former Rep. Paul Seaton defending the 'no' stance.

June is Pride month. On the latest Coffee Table, host Desiree Hagen chats with several guests about resources for LGBT youth, this year's Pride activities, and general questions about how to be considerate and show respect to others.

Meet Louie Flora, candidate for Alaska House of Representatives for House District 6. Flora is challenging incumbent Sarah Vance in the November elections.

Cook Inlet Keeper's Mering talk about Section 404 of the EPA's Clean Water Act.

Exxon Valdez oil spill impacts

Join representatives from The Homer Council on the Arts, Bunnell Street Art Center, and Pier One Theater as they discuss the arts in Homer with host Josh Krohn.

David Berry- HPL Director, Marylou Burton- Friends of the Library, Cheryl Illg- Friends of the Library, and Cinda Nofziger- HPL Children's Librarian talk about National Read Across America Day and Homer Public Library. Mariah McGuire, HHS/ Poetry Out Loud State Finalist, shares a poem that brought her to finals.