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Military Memorial Service for Four Killed in Afghanistan
On Wednesday, the Military Police on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson had a memorial ceremony for four of their number who died on June 4 while training Afghans for patrol duty in Laghman Province.
Officials Confirm High Gas Price Investigation
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell of Washington says federal officials have confirmed to her that they are investigating the high price of fuel.
Native Corporations Meeting in Anchorage
Native corporations that form partnerships for government contracts are meeting Wednesday in Anchorage.
“Arctic Imperative” Concludes With Investment Discussion
The "Arctic Imperative" conference concluded yesterday in Girdwood with talk of future investment options.
AK@100, Part One
Tuesday, June 21 at 10:00am
What sort of place will Alaska be in 2059, after one hundred years of statehood?
Senate Ready to Approve One-Year Extension to Coastal Zone Management
The state Senate is ready to agree to a one-year extension of the state's Coastal Zone Management system without changes.
Federal Government Encourages Shellfish, Finfish Production
The Obama Administration announced its Marine Aquaculture policy today, making it official that the federal government will encourage the production of shellfish and finfish in U.S. waters.
Identity Released for Soldier Found Dead in Home
The identity is also out on that soldier from the 4-25th found dead at his home more than a week ago in Anchorage.
Military IDs Four Elmendorf-Richardson Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan
The identities have been released on the four Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson soldiers kill by a roadside bomb Saturday in Afghanistan.
British Ambassador Takes First Trip to Alaska
British Ambassador Sir Nigel Sheinwald is visiting Alaska for the first time, and he has a lot on his plate.
Bering Sea Chinook and Chum Bycatch
The Bering Sea groundfish trawl fleet began catching more and more salmon at the turn of the 21st century. Meanwhile, Yukon River salmon runs began to dwindle. On the next Talk of Alaska, we’ll hear what is being done to reduce salmon bycatch, and talk about whether it’s enough.
British Ambassador Touring Alaska
The British Ambassador is visiting Alaska. Sir Nigel Sheinwald plans to go to Sitka today and to Prudhoe Bay later this week. Monday, the Ambassador was taken on a tour of the Pebble mining area, by Anglo American, and also met with United Fishermen of Alaska to discuss the proposed mine.
Redistricting Board Approves New Boundaries
Monday, the state Redistricting Board approved new boundaries for legislative districts. Lawsuits are likely. The new maps also will face federal review to be sure they do not dilute Native voting power.
Fort Wainwright Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan
A Stryker Brigade soldier based out Fort Wainwright has been killed by an improvised explosive device while on patrol in Afghanistan.
Lynch Found Guilty in Shooting of Wife, Daughter
The verdict is guilty for Kip Lynch, the soldier who was accused of shooting and killing his wife and daughter last year in Anchorage. Lynch testified that he had no memory of the incident after shooting himself in the head afterwards.
Getting Offshore Oil, Gas Rigs to Cook Inlet Proving Difficult
Efforts to get an offshore oil and gas drilling rig up to Cook Inlet continue to run into snags. One has made it as far as Canada, but it's not clear what it going to happen to it next.
Congressional Issues with Senator Mark Begich
Alaska’s future role in Missile Defense, the treatment of our veterans, the federal role in oil and gas development and coastal zone management are among the issues Senator Mark Begich has been working on.
TSA Official Meeting With Alaska Social Service Providers
Wednesday, an official from the Transportation Security Administration will meet with Alaska social service providers in an effort to find ways to make airport security procedures less intrusive and traumatic. The TSA is responding to prodding from Senator Mark Begich, who has called TSA officials on the carpet a few times in Washington.
Soboleff Memorial Tomorrow in Juneau
Saturday’s memorial service for Tlingit elder Walter Soboleff will be transmitted on public television’s 360 North cable channel. The service is at 2 pm at Centennial Hall in Juneau, followed by a celebration of life at the Native Brotherhood Hall.
Boat Runs Aground in Togiak Bay
A boat is aground in Togiak Bay. A salvage crew is working with the owners of the 102-foot “Nor’Quest” to lighten out its fuel before trying to re-float it. It went aground early Wednesday morning after it lost its anchor. It is carrying up to 18,800 gallons of diesel fuel, 200 gallons of gasoline, plus lube oil, waste oil and hydraulic oil.