Josh Edge, Alaska Public Media
300 Villages: Koyuk
Now its time for our weekly trip around the state. This week, in honor of the Iditarod, we’re heading to the Norton Sound community of Koyuk. The village is eagerly anticipating the mushers’ arrival. That was Darin Douglas, mayor of Koyuk.
Alaska News Nightly: March 9, 2012
Game Board Approves Interior Bear Baiting Expansion, Moving F-16s From Eielson Would Result In 600 Lost Jobs, Eielson Job Elimination Not As Extreme As Originally Estimated, Iliamna Volcano Alert Level Raised To Yellow, Chevak School Receives Suspicious Letter, Zirkle First Musher To Reach Galena, Police Remain Hopeful Koenig Still Alive, Supreme Court To Consider Constitutionality Of The Affordable Care Act, AK: Wildlife, 300 Villages: Koyuk
Aleut Story, Soundcheck: Pamyua & Object Runway
Enjoy a night of Alaska-oriented programming with Aleut Story, followed by KAKM Mini Docs Soundcheck Pamyua and Object Runway.
KAKM: Saturday, March 10
Aleut Story @ 6:00 pm
Soundcheck: Pamyua @ 8:00 pm
Object Runway @ 8:45 pm
Object Runway
If you missed this sold out event, prepare to sit front row for the craziest fashion show that only Alaskans could envision. Our cameras were allowed behind the curtains to capture some of the excitement and nerves backstage.
KAKM: Saturday, March 10 @ 8:45 pm
Soundcheck: Pamyua
Filmed at Tap Root in Anchorage, this is a live concert interview with a band that is known for their dancing as much as their musical performance. We also sat down with the band for an interview about thier Yup'ik roots.
KAKM: Saturday, March 10 @ 8:00 pm
Reporter’s Notebook – Ruby – March 8, 2012
There are changes in the air here in Ruby. The weather has been switching between clear and stormy several times over the past two days. I came up by snowmachine from my home in Galena on Wednesday afternoon – departing under bright blue skies and driving into a gray wall of snow about halfway into my trip.
Aurora Photos From Colin Tyler
Alaska has seen a number of active northern lights displays this winter. Earlier this week, Colin Tyler, of Colin Tyler Photography in Eagle River, sent us some photos from aurora shows on Tuesday and Wednesday this week.
Alaska News Nightly: March 8, 2012
Murkowski Questions Amount Of Money Spent Defending Stevens Prosecutors, Scientists Say Funding Cuts Threaten State’s Tsunami Preparedness, Seismic Stations Pick Up Cleveland Blast, Mushers Reflect On Past Lessons Learned, Wrangell Hospital Ends Doctor’s Contract, Conservation Professor Says Bear Spray More Effective Than Guns, Ketchikan Man Rescues Bear Cub Stuck In Jar,
Il Volo Takes Flight
Italian heartthrobs Il Volo, comprised of the three “Teenage Tenors” Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto and Gianluca Ginoble, have been receiving unanimous raves for their vocal talent and showmanship since their May 2011 debut in America on TV shows including “American Idol,” “The Tonight Show,” “Ellen,” “The Today Show,” “Good Morning America” and “Entourage.” Already certified platinum in their homeland of Italy and several other countries, they have captured the hearts of Americans of all ages. Il Volo, meaning “flight,” soars in this premiere television special for public television, filmed at Detroit’s famed Opera House on October 27, 2011.
KAKM: Thursday, March 8 @ 8:00 pm
Alaska News Nightly: March 7, 2012
Diseased Ringed Seal Turn Up In Southeast, Kikkan Randall Wins World Cup Sprint Title, Aliy Zirkle First Musher Into Takotna, School Districts On Lookout For Suspicious Envelopes, Administration Asks Legislature To Hold Substitute Scholarship Bill, Iliamna Volcano Experiences Increased Earthquake Activity, Romney Leads In ‘Presidential Preference Poll’, MEHS Students Mix Business With Philanthropy, ‘Video Visiting’ Helping Families Stay Connected With Inmates
Dr. Wayne Dyer: Wishes Fulfilled
Best-selling author and beloved teacher Dr. Wayne Dyer presents his Five Wishes Fulfilled Foundations: five steps to living from your “highest self” and thereby attracting your deepest desires. Using his trademark humor, combined with source material drawn from some of the most original American “New Thought” philosophers of the 20th century, Dr. Dyer outlines a program for mastering the tools necessary for living a profoundly extraordinary life, showing viewers how to create new and astonishing thought patterns while defeating unproductive and recurring habits.
KAKM: Wednesday, March 7 @ 7:00 pm
Alaska News Nightly: March 6, 2012
Coast Guard To Drop Charges Against Leone, Polls Open Up For ‘Super Tuesday’, Negotiations For New Labor Building Lease Break Down, Zirkle, Baker Lead Mushers Out Of Nikolai, Game Board Approves Bear Control Program In Middle Kuskokwim Area, Groups React To Aerial Bear Hunting Plan, Prince William Sound Community College Seeking New President, Investigators Recommend Court Martial For Four Ft. Wainwright Soldiers, Stryker Brigade Helps Reopen Afghanistan School, State Gives Money To Central Council Tlingit, Haida Tribe’s Child Support Unit, Tlingit Master Artist Mabel Pike Passes Away
Alone in the Wilderness: Part 1 & 2
Dick Proenneke retired at age 50 in 1967 and decided to build his own cabin on the shore of Twin Lakes. The first summer he scouted for the best cabin site, and cut and peeled the logs he would need for his cabin. Dick Proenneke returned the next summer to finish the cabin where he lived for over 30 years. Dick filmed his adventures, and Bob Swerer later turned the film into a video so we can all watch this amazing man build his cabin by hand.
KAKM: Monday, March 5 @ 7:00 p.m.
Ron Paul Visits Alaska
Republican Presidential primary hopeful Ron Paul made a last minute campaign trip to Alaska over the weekend. Paul spoke to packed houses at ‘Town Hall Meetings’ in Anchorage and Fairbanks to rally voters before ‘Super Tuesday’.
Alaska News Nightly: March 5, 2012
Begish Sees The Future In The Arctic, Ron Paul Visits Alaska, Atka Mackerel, Pacific Cod Won’t Return To Aleutians, Iditarod Leaders Leave Rainy Pass, Lockheed Martin And Alaska Aerospace Announce Partnership, Unalaska To Settle Lawsuit For Clean Water Act Violation, Oil Tax Bill Draft Leaves First Committee, Apache Emerges As Player In Cook Inlet Oil, Gas Exploration, Four Anchorage Youths In Ski Jump, Nordic Combined Nationals,
Cast Alaska & Hockey: More Than a Game
Cast Alaska: A fishing adventure Alaska-style. Follow angler Dave Holsman as he takes you on an unrelenting pursuit of the ultimate catch . . a 30" Rainbow Trout.
KAKM: Monday, March 5 @ 7:00 p.m.
Hockey: More Than a Game
Exploring hockey history and culture, this entertaining and passionate documentary offers an insightful, intimate look at the game described as “Canada’s gift to the world.”
KAKM: Monday, March 5 @ 8:30pm
Purely Alaskan: Iditarod History
Purely Alaskan: Iditarod History takes you through the history of the world’s most popular sled dog race. From the evolution of mushing technology and sled dog breeds, to profiles of the event’s defining figures, this new documentary offers a glimpse into every aspect of the race. Featuring many interviews with past and present mushers, race veterinarians, and organizers.
KAKM: Saturday, March 3 @ 8:00 p.m.
300 Villages: Gustavus
Now it's time for 300 Villages, AK's weekly trip around the state. This week, we visit Gustavus, a unique Southeast community on Icy Strait surrounded by wildlife habitat and preserved lands on all sides.
Alaska News Nightly: March 2, 2012
Man Dies After Accident On Fishing Vessel, House Approves Bill Accelerating Return Of Evidence, Ft. Wainwright Soldier Admits To Taking Gifts, Cash, Favors From Iraqi Contractor, DEC Investigating North Pole Oil Spill, Early Trail Conditions Look Good For Mushers, Bear Snaring Opponents Gather Over 3,000 Signatures, Bill Could Allow Legislature To Approve, Deny Pebble Mine, BLM Releases Draft Environmental Impact Statement For Resource Management Plan, Alert Level For Kanaga Volcano Lowered
Great Performances: Hugh Laurie: Let Them Talk — A Celebration of New Orleans Blues
Versatile British actor Hugh Laurie, an American favorite for his role in the hit TV series “House,” showcases his musical side in an atmospheric special filmed in New Orleans. Defying simple categorization, Laurie finds his greatest satisfaction and inspiration from the mixture of blues and jazz that grew out of New Orleans at the beginning of the last century. “Let Them Talk” is his personal journey into the heart and soul of that music.
KAKM: Friday, March 2 @ 9:30pm