Homer’s 48 Hour Film Slam challenges filmmakers, writers, actors, and directors to create short films from concept to completion within 48 hours. The films created from this year's contestants were shown at the Porcupine Theater on Wednesday evening and Emilie Springer spoke with host Katia Holmes about what the challenge entails.
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Jessie Hale / Division of Forestry and Fire ProtectionThe Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection reported Tuesday “intensive mop-up operations” on the so-called Grandview Fire have concluded and there’s no further threat of spread. -
Jessie Hale/Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire ProtectionThe so-called Grandview Fire broke out last week and grew from eight to almost 90 acres in one night. The state later determined the blaze was caused by an escaped campfire. -
Hunter Morrison/KDLLThe Department of Fish and Game has opened the Russian River Sanctuary to sockeye fishing early, and projects another strong run this year. -
Ethan Debauche/Division of Forestry and Fire ProtectionThe Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection says the so-called Grandview Fire was sparked by an escaped campfire and slowed when it hit a stand of hardwood.
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The Homer Spit Run turns 50 this Saturday; and Homer’s 48 Hour Film Slam challenges filmmakers, writers, actors, and directors to create short films from concept to completion within 48 hours.
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