Tim Rockey
Alaska News Nightly Producer/Education ReporterTim is the producer of Alaska News Nightly and reports on statewide education issues for Alaska Public Media. He has worked at Alaska Public Media since March 2023.
As Alaska News Nightly producer, Tim strives to bring the most pertinent and engaging statewide news to listeners across the Alaska Public Radio Network. He prepares a rundown of stories for the ANN broadcast each day, in addition to reporting on education issues in Anchorage, the Mat-Su and across the state.
Before joining Alaska Public Media, Tim was a digital reporter at Alaska’s News Source, and reported on general assignments and sports for the Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman. His interest in journalism developed while broadcasting for Radio Free Palmer and freelancing for the Frontiersman as a high school student.
Though born and raised under the water tower in Palmer, Tim has lived in Anchorage since 2021. When he’s not working, he’s often watching or playing baseball or softball, hiking or fishing.
Reach Tim at trockey@alaskapublic.org or 907-550-8487.
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The AFN encourages attendees to get out and vote. Plus, delegates at the AFN convention argue for reforms to subsistence management. -
The state’s largest school district plans to reduce schools due to declining enrollment. -
Congresswoman Mary Peltola focuses on subsistence at AFN. Plus, a bill aims to attract experienced teachers to Alaska schools. -
Former AFN President Julie Kitka delivers a message of hope. Plus, the announcement of a cruise ship dock surprises Juneau city officials. -
Political observers say Alaska could be the path to presidential victory. Plus, a grant aims to help communities respond to climate issues. -
Criminal cases in Anchorage are dismissed due to a lack of prosecutors. Plus, a discussion on subsistence rights at the AFN convention. -
Sitka residents examine the impacts of the child care shortage. Plus, Trident Seafoods' sells its Kodiak fish processing plant. -
Alaska's candidates for U.S. House debate the issues, less than a month from Election Day. Plus, Fairbanks has a new borough mayor. -
Over 100 businesses participated, and the district hopes to add more businesses to the event next year. -
Military officials consider Nome as a strategic seaport. Plus, the largest snow crab processing plant in the nation will remain closed.
