Patrick Yack, Alaska Public Media
Alaska News Nightly: August 10, 2009
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The special session drew supporters and opponents to the streets of Anchorage.
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Line One: Preparing Alaska’s Kids for Success
This week on Line One, host. Dr. Woodard talks with two local experts about early childhood education and preparing Alaska's kids for success. Executive director of Best Beginnings Alaska, Abbe Hensley and Early Childhood...
Talk of Alaska: Mark Begich & HUD Secretary Donovan
Photo by Patrick Yack, APRN - Anchorage
HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan and Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK) join Steve Heimel for Talk of Alaska.
A number of Obama Administration cabinet members will get a look at Alaska...
Moratorium Lifted on Health Applications
The 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.
Dave Donaldson, APRN - Juneau
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Special Session Meets Monday
The Legislature has called itself into special session next Monday to take up two issues members can deal with in one day.
Dave Donaldson, APRN - Juneau
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Small Business Owners Wade into Health Care Debate
Alaska small business owners and commercial fishermen are wading into the health care debate.
Casey Kelly, KBBI - Homer
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Senate Starts Recess; Lu Young Service Scheduled
The US Senate wrapped up work today and officially started the August recess. And a memorial service for Lu Young will be held on Aug. 18 at the Anchorage Baptist Temple.
Libby Casey, APRN...
Wet Weather Slows Wildfires
Wet weather in the interior has slowed the progress of wildfires.
Dan Bross, KUAC - Fairbanks
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Historic Palmer Farm Gets New Look
A 100-year old farm in Palmer is getting a new look and a new name.
Ellen Lockyer, APRN - Anchorage
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Yukon Quest Secures Purse for 2010 Race
The 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...
Department of Education Releases Yearly Progress Report
The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development releases the annual Adequate Yearly Progress Report for 2008-2009.
Len Anderson, KSKA - Anchorage
List of Schools Meeting AYP by District (PDF)
List of Schools Not Meeting AYP by...
Alaska News Nightly: August 7, 2009
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Moratorium Lifted on Health Applications
Dave Donaldson, APRN - Juneau
The moratorium...
Two Killed in Seward Highway Accident
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Two people were killed and others sought treatment for injuries after a multiple vehicle accident on the Seward highway Thursday afternoon. State troopers report the crash, near Beluga Point...
Alaska Senators Split on Sotomayor
Alaska's senators split their vote on Thursday sending Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court. Senator Mark Begich (D) voted yes. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R) voted no.
Libby Casey, APRN - Washington DC
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Fairbanks Gets Rain, Smoke and Poor Visibility
Fairbanks is getting some much needed rain, the first appreciable precipitation since June. But wildfire smoke severely degraded air quality in Fairbanks overnight.The wildfire smoke has reduced visibility and that's making for dangerous driving...
Stryker Brigade Sending More Troops Home
More than 4,000 soldiers from the 125th Stryker Brigade will return to Fairbanks by the end of September.
Jenny Canfield, UAF - Fairbanks
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Village Leaders Gathering to Discuss Environment
Leaders from villages in the Bethel region are meeting in Aniak this week to talk about the biggest environmental issues in their villages.
Lori Townsend, APRN - Bethel
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Graduation Rates Up In Anchorage
A report released on Wednesday covering the 2008-2009 school year, shows Anchorage School District's graduation rate has improved.
Len Anderson, KSKA - Anchorage
Anchorage School District Report
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Native Students Taking Special Field Trips
A normal school day doesn't usually include much possibility for outdoor adventure. But an Anchorage summer school program is getting Alaska Native students out rafting, hiking and exploring the natural world near the city.
Annie...
New Ferry for Homer and Seldovia Planned
A new fast ferry service between Homer and Seldovia will start up next summer.
Casey Kelly, KBBI - Homer
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