Construction crews are getting ready to break ground on a new athletics building in Homer. The South Peninsula Athletic and Recreation Center, or SPARC, will be used for a variety of activities, including indoor soccer, baseball and pickleball.
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Pioneering musher helped establish oldest kennel for Siberian huskies in the world
A pioneer of Alaska mushing passed away earlier this week. Natalie Norris moved to Alaska in the 40s, and along with her husband, Earl, helped establish the oldest kennel for Siberian Huskies in the world.
Brazilian police charge Ryan Lochte with making a false report
The saga of the swimmer and the robbery-that-wasn’t continues. The charge against the 32-year-old U.S. Olympian carries a penalty of up to 18 months in prison in Brazil.
U.S. women’s soccer team suspends Hope Solo for Sweden comments
After losing to the Swedes in the Olympic quarterfinals, the longtime goalkeeper said “we played a bunch of cowards.” Solo was widely criticized.
Speedo cancels sponsorship deal with Ryan Lochte
Saying it can’t condone Ryan Lochte’s behavior in Rio, swimwear company Speedo says it’s donating part of Lochte’s fee — $50,000 — to Save the Children, earmarked for children in Brazil.
U.S. Army Soldier Wins Olympic Silver, Loses Silver, Gets Silver Back
Paul Chelimo ran the race of his life in the 5,000 meters and finished second. Then he was disqualified. Then he was reinstated. It was a strange race for a runner with an unusual backstory.