Dan Bross, KUAC - Fairbanks
Dan Bross is a reporter at KUAC in Fairbanks.
Fairbanks Passes Resolution Encouraging Industrial Hemp Production
The Fairbanks City Council passed a resolution Monday night encouraging the legalization of industrial hemp production. Growing hemp is illegal under federal law because the plant is a relative of marijuana.
‘Occupy Fairbanks’ Protestors Braving Temperatures Well Below Zero
The mettle of “Occupy” protesters in Fairbanks is being tested as the mercury dips well below zero. The temperature dropped to -38 Wednesday morning, but Occupy Fairbanks has not been frozen out.
Persily Says Exxon, TransCanada on Track to Meet AGIA Requirements
Efforts to clear the way for a natural gas pipeline along the Alaska Highway to Alberta continue, though prospects for the line may have diminished.
Effort May Help Get Homeless Fairbanks Youth Off the Street
November is national homeless youth awareness month. In Alaska’s long cold winter, the issue of kids who don’t have place to stay is especially serious. An effort in Fairbanks would establish an emergency shelter to help get youth off the street.
New Natural Gas Find May Mean Cheaper, Cleaner Energy for Fairbanks
A new natural gas discovery in Cook Inlet offers another option for getting a cleaner more affordable energy source to Fairbanks.
‘Supreme Court Live’ to be Held at Lathrop High School
Alaska’s Supreme Court will hear a case at a Fairbanks High School next month. The December 5th hearing for a local case will be held at Lathrop High School as part of a program called “Supreme Court Live”. Justice Daniel Winafree says the program offers students the opportunity to see the justice system in action.
Dropping of State’s Militia Charges Raises Questions
It’s been a week since the state dropped charges against members of Fairbanks militia group accused of plotting against the government. The failed prosecution has raised questions about what went wrong in the joint federal state investigation.
Fairbanks to Stay Involved in Redistricting Case
The legal saga involving the Fairbanks North Star Borough’s involvement in the case challenging the state’s new redistricting plan continues. Thursday, State Superior Court Judge Michael McConahy allowed the borough to drop its claim in the multi party challenge.
Air Force Cutting Back Civilian Jobs
Dave Donaldson, APRN – Juneau, Libby Casey, APRN – Washington DC & Dan Bross, KUAC – Fairbanks
Military jobs cuts are being felt in Alaska. The Air Force has eliminated more than 250 jobs previously available to civilians at the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson near Anchorage.
Fairbanks May Opt to Pursue Redistricting Suit
The Fairbanks Borough Assembly could reverse itself again in the redistricting case. A state court response filed Wednesday has raised the possibility of another twist in a suit challenging a proposed new Alaska voter district map.
Airports Prove Vital to State Economy
Alaska Airports are key drivers of the state’s economy and an area for growth. That’s the message of Deputy Commissioner of Aviation Steve Hatter. Hatter was in Fairbanks for a quarterly meeting of the Governor’s Aviation Advisory Board, and also spoke to the Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce.
Industrial Solvent May Be Subject of Federal Study
An industrial solvent that contaminated ground water in an area of North Pole may be the subject of a federal study. Sulfolane, has been nominated by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation for study under the National Toxicology Program.
UA Aims to Start New Program to Help Students Graduate on Time
The University of Alaska’s operating and capital budgets will be on the agenda on Wednesday for a UA Board of Regents meeting in Fairbanks.
Judge to Decide on Fairbanks Redistricting Petition
A state judge will decide this week on the Fairbanks Borough’s petition to dismiss its challenge to the proposed new state voter district map. The Borough Assembly voted to drop the suit in an executive session earlier this month, citing concerns about mounting legal costs.
Fairbanks Ghost Hunters Tracking the Paranormal
Today’s the day to be on the lookout for ghosts but for members of a Fairbanks group, seeking out apparitions is a year round hobby. As KUAC’s Dan Bross reports the local ghost hunters are serious about tracking the paranormal.
CDC Weighs in on Particulate Pollution Health Effects
The Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has weighed in on health effects of fine particulate pollution. Atlanta based CDC officials were in Fairbanks last night for an air quality forum.
Japan Airlines Increasing Alaska Flights
Japan Airlines is increasing its flights to Alaska this winter. JAL is going from 12 last year to 18. That’s still short of the airline’s 2009 peak of 19 Alaska flights.
High Tech Maps Help Assess Potential LNG Pipeline Routes
The state is releasing high tech survey data for proposed gas pipeline routes. The Division of Geological and Geographical Survey’s project employed Light Detection and Ranging technology.
Many Turn Out for Hearing on Proposed ANWR Management Plan
There was a big turn-out in Fairbanks on Wednesday for a hearing on a draft management plan for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Tanker Truck Rolls Over, Spills Fuel in Fairbanks
A tanker truck rolled on an icy road in Fairbanks yesterday and caused a fuel spill. Snow and freezing rain coated local roads, and there were numerous accidents across the region.