Shaktoolik Erects Coastal Berm to Delay Relocation
For years agency reports have listed Shaktoolik as eroding with immediate need for relocation. But without government funding, little action has been taken and erosion has progressed. Now the people of Shaktoolik are taking matters into their own hands and building a coastal berm to protect their community.
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Subsistence Fishing Shuts Down on Kuskokwim River
Subsistence fishing on the Kuskowim River will shut-down for the longest time in recent memory later this week. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game declared an emergency, five-day closure just as the river was re-opening from a previous closure.
On its own: How local organizations piece together search and rescue operations along Alaska’s Arctic coastline
While no single organization has enough resources, a cooperative effort is building as more ships sail through the Arctic’s icy seas.
UA president: Dunleavy vetoes ‘will impact everything we do’
Governor Mike Dunleavy’s vetoes include a $130 million reduction in state support for the University of Alaska system. That’s additional to a $5 million cut to UA approved by state legislators.
Murkowski Votes Against Budget Plan Passed by House
Alaska’s Senator Lisa Murkowski was one of only five Republicans to vote against a GOP budget plan to privatize Medicare. It failed last night on a vote of 40 to 57, with no Democratic support. The plan, crafted by Wisconsin Republican Representative Paul Ryan, previously passed the House on GOP support.
To reduce staff turnover, Wrangell hospital takes home-grown hiring approach
The idea is to reduce staff turnover in the Southeast hospital by empowering — and ultimately hiring — people with roots in the community.
Anchorage now has the third busiest cargo airport in the world, with plans for growth
Geographic advantage helped Anchorage's airport claim its new title. To keep growing, it needs to market the shape of the Earth.
Fur Rondy Races Begin in Anchorage
Diana Haecker, KTNA – Talkeetna
The Fur Rendezvous open world championship sled dog race got underway Friday in Anchorage with the fastest dog teams...
Marine Power Developers Getting Creative in Oregon
Tom Banse, Northwest News Network
Alaska coastal communities that are considering the ocean for power might want to keep an eye on Oregon,...
Governor signs pharmacy bill in Juneau
On Tuesday, Governor Bill Walker signed into law a bill that will tighten regulations on pharmacy benefit management companies.
FAA Officially Ending High Frequency Comunication System
Mike Mason, KDLG - Dillingham
The official end has come for the Federal Aviation Administration's H-F High Frequency communication system with aircraft.
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Appeal challenges Alaska’s exclusion of village residents from juries
The Alaska Court of Appeals heard arguments Thursday in a case that could have huge implications for how Alaska village residents are included -- or excluded -- as jurors in trials. Listen now
Iditapod: A new trio of elite women mushers
It happened, because Paige Drobny made it happen: The top 10 of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race includes three women for the first time ever. Fans of Drobny, Aliy Zirkle and Jessie Royer are ecstatic, as are some Bethel residents who were cheering on 2019 Iditarod champion Pete Kaiser. We hear from them in this episode, plus a lightning round of questions and... a couple special guests!
Gillnet summit scheduled for Haines
Southeast commercial gillnetters will hold a summit in Haines in early December.
John Hunt, KHNS - Haines
55 Left Without Care After Juneau Daycare Abruptly Closes
Infant and toddler care facility Spunky Sprouts Too in Juneau shut down abruptly at the close of business Wednesday after key staff members quit. Its preschool, Spunky Sprouts Learning Center, is closing at the end of the month.
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Emmonak declares disaster after fire threatens fishing industry
The City of Emmonak has issued a disaster declaration after a fire destroyed five commercial fishing buildings last month, causing $3 million of damage. Download Audio
Haines museum gets huge donation, more storage
The Sheldon Museum in Haines received an early Christmas present last week that will allow the museum to expand its collection.
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Bean’s Cafe gets surprise after tractor trailer overturns: 15 tons of fresh food
Anchorage soup kitchen Bean’s Cafe received a surprise Christmas gift of about 30,000 pounds of fresh produce and meat after a tractor trailer overturned and spilled the groceries into a ditch on the Glenn Highway Christmas Eve.
Meet Mount Marathon racers David Norris and Allison Barnwell
On the verge of one of Alaska's most unique and intense races, two competitors reflect on what's ahead.
49 Voices: Tammy Michaels-Jimenez of Anchorage
This week we’re hearing from Tammy Michaels-Jimenez in Anchorage. Listen now