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Flights cancelled as Pavlov continues to spew ash

Alaska Airlines is canceling dozens of flights as Pavlof volcano, on the Alaska Peninsula - spews ash more than 30 thousand feet in the air. Download Audio
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Former Yute Commuter Services business manager sued for embezzlement

Yute Commuter Service is suing its former business manager for allegedly embezzling company funds to pay for personal expenses, pay raises and bonuses.

Anchorage Municipality Withdraws Lawsuit over Knik Arm Crossing

Anchorage mayor withdraws lawsuit against Federal Highway Administration over Knik Arm Crossing project.

Former troopers head Cockrell named Alaska public safety commissioner

Former head of the Alaska State Troopers Jim Cockrell has been appointed the new commissioner of the Department of Public Safety by Gov. Mike Dunleavy.
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Hundreds gather in Anchorage to commemorate ‘March on Washington’ anniversary

While some hecklers attended, the event remained peaceful and it was quiet.

Alaska Marine Highway System cuts ferry terminal positions

The Alaska Marine Highway System has cut 20 shore positions as officials deal with a scaled back budget.

For Sitka Sentinel reporter, journalism is genetic

The Daily Sitka Sentinel has been a cornerstone of Southeast Alaska print journalism for over 75 years, with the Poulson family at the helm for the last 50 years. And now one of the youngest members of the family is finding her feet in the business.

Suicide Prevention

Spring is a time of new growth and renewal but it is also too often a time that an increase in suicide occurs. Why does Alaska continue to lead the nation in rates of self harm? What's being done to help Alaskans choose to live rather than end their lives? APRN: Tuesday, 6/2 at 10:00am Download Audio

Longtime Fairbanks Pilot Honored

An Alaska aviation legend is being honored for a lifetime of service. A new east ramp entrance at Fairbanks Airport was recently dedicated to Cliff Everts, and as KUAC’s Dan Bross reports the longtime Fairbanks pilot got special recognition again last week.

Alaska Scientist Aids in Discovery of Prehistoric Marine Predator

A University of Alaska Museum curator is part of team that’s discovered a new species of prehistoric marine predator. Museum of the North earth...

Sitka Sound Science Center to Buy Building on Former College Campus

Ed Ronco, KCAW – Anchorage An interest-free loan from the City and Borough of Sitka will help the Sitka Sound Science Center purchase its...

Ketchikan prosecutor position to remain vacant

The Alaska Legislature has cut funding for every branch of state government, including the Department of Law, which oversees District Attorney offices throughout the state. This means Ketchikan’s D.A.s are taking on a larger workload as they wait to have a vacant position filled.
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Southcentral Alaska cold snap and surging natural gas demand put supply in question

Utilities might need to take measures to meet the demand, including that customers could be asked to turn down thermostats.

This Anchorage ‘refillery’ aims to eliminate packaging waste. Here’s how it works

Just as Anchorage is preparing to ban plastic bags from local retail, the new venture is trying to go a step further: eliminate packaging waste all together.
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Jordan Mark pleads guilty to the murder of 10-year-old Ida “Girlie” Aguchak

On Tuesday, Jordan Mark, 20, of Quinhagak, pleaded guilty to the 2020 murder of 10-year-old Ida “Girlie” Aguchak. His admission of guilt was part of a plea deal with prosecutors, who in turn reduced his minimum sentence.
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Alaska children make up growing percent of state’s coronavirus cases

Children age 11 and under accounted for 15% of Alaska’s COVID cases last month, up from 7% a year ago.

UAA launches Alaska’s first pharmacy program

The University of Alaska Anchorage is launching the state's first entirely local pharmacy program in partnership with Idaho State University.
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‘Fostering a lifelong love of music’: Violin program expands to Anchor Point students

The music education program, run by the nonprofit Homer OPUS and inspired by the El Sistema music program from Venezuela, puts violins in the hands of young people.

Feds Arrest EyakTek Executive in Multi-Million Dollar Scam

An executive of Alaska Native Corporation Eyak Tek was arrested yesterday for his alleged role in a major 20 million dollar bribery and kickback scheme. Harold Babb was director of contracts for Eyak Technology LLC, which operates under the Eyak Native Corporation.
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Ski Land renaissance

The country’s farthest north alpine ski area is getting a facelift. Ski Land, operated since 1962 on Mt. Aurora, 20 miles north of Fairbanks, is undergoing major changes. The area was sold last year and the new owners have been busy in the off season. Listen Now