Katiya Simonsson of Unalakleet
This week, we're hearing from Katiya Simonsson -- who is 23, and has lived in Soldotna, Kotzebue, and more recently Chicago. Her roots are in Unalakleet where she married her husband Thomas on July 10th.
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Candlelight Vigil Raises Awareness About Homeless Students
The sign that marks the entrance to Farnsworth Park reads “Dedicated to the children of Soldotna.” During the day, kids can often be seen playing on the equipment or in the grass. But the nighttime vigil held at the park was for kids who often go unseen.
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Many Agree Robust Rescue Tug Needed In Aleutians
It’s been eight years since the Selendang Ayu cargo ship lost control and split in half outside Unalaska, spilling hundreds of thousands of gallons of oil and killing six crewmembers.
Reconnecting with roots at Alaska Native languages summit
The three-day language summit brought together nearly 80 speakers of the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian languages: Lingít, X̱aad Kíl and Sm’algyax.
Part of Bering Sea Pacific cod fishery could move toward quota system
About a year after federal regulators dramatically cut the Pacific Cod quota in the Gulf of Alaska, some fishermen in the Bering Sea say there are too many boats fishing for the declining species.
High School Students Learn How to Achieve Business Success
Tim Ellis, KUAC – Fairbanks
About 50 high-schoolers from around the state began a weeklong training session Monday at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks that...
Assembly Ousts Ossiander as Chair
In a sudden move this week, the Anchorage Assembly changed leadership. A six member majority has voted to replace Debbie Ossiander with Pat Flynn...
Reflections from the Trapline
The woods after the first snowfall have a distinctive sound. The world becomes quieter, and any remaining sound is muffled, as though filtered through cotton.
It’s in this new silence that I find myself snowshoeing through the trees.
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First Lady visits Anchorage. Her message: Get vaccinated
"I'm asking all of you, who are listening right now, to choose to get vaccinated," said First Lady Jill Biden.
Meshik Processing Center aims to be operational for the 2018 salmon season
Port Heiden anticipates its tribally-owned processing center will handle up to 10,000 pounds of salmon per day from May to September, providing local fishermen an opportunity to fish shoulder seasons closer to home. Listen now
Anglers Can Save Wasted Rockfish
Rockfish swim in deep waters off Alaska. And when they're caught and brought to the surface, the pressure changes can cause incredible trauma. But a recently completed study from the Alaska Department of Fish and Games shows the fish have an amazing ability to recover if they are released back down at depth.
From Paying $1,000 A Month For Health Care To $100
A Juneau woman says getting insurance under the Affordable Care Act means she’ll take better care of herself. Prior to January 1st, Bonnie Berg was paying up to $1000 a month for health insurance. Now, she’s paying less than $100.
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Alaska Native, American Indian Leaders Organize Priorities
As the federal budget is scrutinized for savings, there’s a mad-scramble going on in Washington to protect programs from drastic cuts.
Alaska Army suicides drop as leaders push programs to improve soldiers’ lives
Last year's total of six suicides among Alaska-based soldiers is down from 17 in 2021, and the lowest since 2018.
Road section removed at Alaska’s Katmai National Park to protect archaeological sites
The road section, built in 2014 without proper tribal consultation, has now been removed, and the park has improved its procedures.
Anchorage Assembly leaders condemn racist testimony about Alaska Natives
Assembly leadership said they wanted to ”speak out against the racist and offensive statements made by the member of the public.”
A Beautiful Journey Profiles Daisy Deminteiff
Most of us appreciate the skill of Alaska Native basket makers, but far fewer are aware of the knowledge needed to collect and prepare...
APD: Spenard shooting under investigation
Anchorage police are investigating a shooting near the intersection of Spenard Road and Minnesota Drive.
Skier Dies in Hatcher Pass Avalanche
Associated Press
Alaska State Troopers say searchers have recovered the body of a skier who went missing after an avalanche at Hatcher Pass. Troopers...
Juneau officials buy gondola from Austria for city-owned ski area
Deputy City Manager Robert Barr said the city is seeking bids from transport companies to bring the gondola to Juneau.