Dan Bross, KUAC - Fairbanks
Dan Bross is a reporter at KUAC in Fairbanks.
Archaeological Findings Could Shed Light On Alaska’s Early Residents
An archaeological site southeast of Fairbanks continues to yield information about the Native people who lived along the Tanana River thousands of years ago. The site, first identified in 2005 during reconnaissance for a railroad extension project, has been the subject of major archeological excavation, and Monday researchers announced the discovery of skeletal remains and other materials dating back to the end of the last Ice Age. The finds are helping to broaden understanding of Alaska’s early residents.
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UA President Warns Regents About Budget
The University of Alaska Board of Regents has passed a budget for next year, but there’s concern about state funding.
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UAF Athletics Penalized For Eligibility Violations
The University of Alaska Fairbanks has been penalized by the National Collegiate Athletic Association for eligibility violations. Wednesday, Chancellor Brian Rogers wanted it understood that that the athletes are not to blame.
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Fairbanks Ski Area Still Seeking Buyer
The alpine ski area, Skiland, north of Fairbanks, made news last month when a mineral exploration project threatened to take over some of its trails. That’s been ironed out, but Skiland is still looking for a buyer.
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GOP’s U.S. Senate , House Hopefuls Try To Tie Democratic Foes To Obama, Reid et al.
Candidates for Alaska’s seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate squared off at a forum in Fairbanks Tuesday.
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Proposed Lease Expansion Threatens Fairbanks-Area Ski Area
A proposed lease expansion could put an end to a popular Fairbanks ski area. Most of the trails at Mt. Aurora Skiland could fall victim to a mineral exploration project.
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Third Minto Earthquake Rocks Interior Alaska
There was another strong earthquake, followed by dozens of aftershocks, in the Interior Thursday. A magnitude 5 earthquake at 8:30 a.m. was centered in the Minto area northwest of Fairbanks. There have been no reports of damage, but the quake, the latest in a series in the same area, has drawn concern from seismologists.
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Debris Lobe Threatens Dalton Highway
Geology and climate are interacting in the Brooks Range, sending masses of debris down mountains toward the Dalton Highway. One of the moving debris lobes has prompted a plan to relocate the road.
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Courts Rule Against 2 Plaintiffs Challenging Park Service Authority
The 9th Circuit Court of appeals has ruled against plaintiffs in two cases challenging National Park Service authority. The court found against hunters John Sturgeon of Anchorage and Jim Wilde of Central, who challenged park service regulation of state waters inside Yukon Charley Rivers Park and Preserve.
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Deadline Approaches For Fairbanks Air Plan
The clock is ticking toward the deadline for a plan for getting Fairbanks into compliance with federal air quality standards. The state hasn’t given up on getting the fine particulate pollution plan in by a Dec. 31 Environmental Protection Agency deadline.
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Air Quality Settlement Requires Review Of Particulate Pollution Plans
A legal settlement between an environmental organization and the federal government requires review of plans for dealing with new sources of fine particulate pollution in Los Angeles California and Fairbanks.
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Texas Police Chief Chosen To Lead In Fairbanks
The Mayor the City of Fairbanks has chosen a man with extensive law enforcement experience in the south to lead the police department.
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Fairbanks 4 Member Granted Parole
A second member of the Fairbanks 4 has been granted parole. The Alaska Parole Board approved Eugene Vent’s request despite his continued claims he’s innocent.
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Frontier Airlines Pulling Out Of Fairbanks Market
Two airlines that serve Fairbanks seasonally have made decisions that will decrease flights to the Golden Heart City. One is related to increased fuel cost.
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Biologists Capture Orphaned Black Bear Cubs in Galena
Three orphaned bear cubs are safely in captivity after being captured by state biologists over the weekend in Galena.
Biologists Trying to Rescue Orphaned Cubs
State Fish and Game biologists are in Galena trying to capture three orphaned bear cubs. The state initiated the effort after the cubs mother was reported killed by a local resident. The state is also working to find the animals a new home.
‘Polaris’ Sculpture Is New Fairbanks Centerpiece
The city of Fairbanks has a new centerpiece sculpture. The assemblage of silver steel spires stands between the Cushman and Barnett Street bridges, along the Chena River downtown. The sculpture called “Polaris” was created by a pair of Vancouver based artists to mirror the local environment.
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Motorcyclists Celebrate Life On The Road
The summer tourism season is winding down, with even the hardiest travelers thinking about heading south. Alaska regularly attracts adventurous people from around the world, including motorcycle tourists.
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Man In Custody After Hours-Long Standoff
A long standoff between police and an armed man in Fairbanks ended with the suspect being taken into custody alive this afternoon.
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Snow Falls In Near Tok
This week’s cooling trend brought snow to the Alaska Range. More than 9 inches of snow was on the ground Wednesday near the Log Cabin Wilderness Lodge.
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