Alaska News Nightly: August 7, 2009

Individual news stories are posted in the Alaska News category and you can subscribe to APRN’s news feeds via email, podcast and RSS.Download Audio (MP3)Moratorium Lifted on Health Applications Dave Donaldson, APRN - JuneauThe moratorium has been partially lifted on the state's authority to accept new applications for Personal Care Assistance through the US Department of Health and Human Services.Special Session Meets Monday Dave Donaldson, APRN - JuneauThe Legislature has called itself into special session next Monday to take up two issues members can deal with in one day.Small Business Owners Wade into Health Care Debate Casey Kelley, KBBI - HomerAlaska small business owners and commercial fishermen are wading into the health care debate.US Senate Starts August Recess Libby Casey, APRN - Washington DCThe US Senate wrapped up work today and officially started the August recess.Memorial Service for Lu Young Scheduled The Associated PressA memorial service for Lu Young will be held on Aug. 18 at the Anchorage Baptist Temple.Wet Weather Slows Wildfires Dan Bross, KUAC - FairbanksWet weather in the interior has slowed the progress of wildfires.Historic Palmer Farm Gets New LookEllen Lockyer, APRN - AnchorageA 100-year old farm in Palmer is getting a new look and a new name.Yukon Quest Secures Purse for 2010 Race Dan Bross, KUAC - FairbanksThe Yukon Quest has announced it's already secured a $150,000 purse for the 2010 race.  Quest Director Tanya Simpson says the unusually early purse announcement reflects strong sponsor support well in advance of the February event.Department of Education Releases Yearly Progress Report Len Anderson, KSKA - AnchorageThe Alaska Department of Education and Early Development releases the annual Adequate Yearly Progress Report for 2008-2009.