A traditional Unangax̂ boat sails for the first time in over 200 years
https://youtu.be/_Ka9-tBUweg
It’s been about 200 years since Russian colonizers demolished the last remaining examples of large Unangax̂ boats called a niĝilax̂. The wooden framed boats...
How Port Lions is increasing local food production
https://youtu.be/2mEWnN1uRKM
A local food hub has spouted Port Lions on Kodiak Island, bringing with it increased food security. The archipelago is now home to six...
How to increase in-state food production | Alaska Insight
The disruption of the pandemic focused even more attention on a perennial concern for Alaska, our distance from major food suppliers. The future economic health of our state depends in part on having a more robust, local supply of food to reduce reliance on outside producers. In this episode of Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by Glenna Gannon, an assistant professor of sustainable food systems with the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and Tikaan Galbreath, technical assistance network director with the Intertribal Agriculture Council, to discuss creating sustainable food systems in Alaska.
The Port of Alaska’s modernization | Alaska Insight
Nearly 60 years ago, Anchorage became the main point of entry for building materials, consumer goods and military support after Seward’s port was destroyed by the tsunami triggered by the 1964 earthquake. There are many advantages to having the main port in the state’s largest city, but there are also challenges. In this episode of Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend speaks with Port Director Steve Ribuffo about the plans to keep the port viable for years to come.
Walking through the Port of Alaska’s modernization plans
https://youtu.be/U7W2I6lrVs8
The Port of Alaska escaped the devastating 1964 earthquake relatively unscathed, which left it poised to take up much of the state’s cargo traffic...
Does Alaska have an affordable housing crisis?
Across the state, homebuilding and vacancy rates are down. Rent, mortgage rates and home prices are up.
Alaska’s Affordable Housing Crisis | Alaska Insight
Across Alaska, it’s a challenge to find affordable housing. Home building and vacancy rates are down, while rent, mortgage rates and home prices are up. The lack of affordable housing drives people into overcrowded homes and homelessness, or out of state. Some officials have begun referring to it as a housing crisis. On this episode of Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by Anchorage Assembly Member Dr. Daniel Volland, and Nolan Klouda, Executive Director of the University of Alaska Center for Economic Development, to discuss the causes, and possible solutions, of Alaska's housing crunch.
Supporting Alaska’s veterans | Alaska Insight
Helping veterans and active duty military members cope with service-related trauma to lead healthy, happy lives, takes normalizing the need for mental health care and connecting with people who know the struggle.
Veteran-run nonprofit uses therapeutic recreation to help other veterans
Alaska has one of the highest per-capita populations of retired military service members of any state in the country. There’s a lot of services out there for retired service members, but as Alaska Public Media’s Madilyn Rose reports, veterans in Alaska are one of their own greatest resources.
Anchorage families struggle with sparse and expensive child care options
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Alaska’s child care crisis | Alaska Insight
On this Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by Sen. Löki Tobin and Stephanie Berglund, CEO of Thread Alaska, to discuss the scope and possible solutions to the child care crisis.
The Sullivan Arena closes as Anchorage’s emergency shelter
https://youtu.be/yDaTI4-rEEc
What’s next for Anchorage after its emergency homeless shelter closes? | Alaska Insight
On this episode of Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by midtown assembly member Felix Rivera and Alexis Johnson, the housing and homelessness coordinator for the Bronson administration, to discuss the reasoning for shrinking the Sullivan, and the city's plan moving forward.
How do electric vehicles perform in Alaska? | Alaska Insight
n this Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by Dimitri Shein, executive director of the Alaska Electric Vehicle Association, and Mark Henspetter, a business analyst with Chugach Electric, to discuss how EV's can work in Alaska.
One Alaskan’s experience with electric vehicles
https://youtu.be/JM0dAYL8JuU
Understanding the Bering Sea snow crab collapse | Alaska Insight
The Bering Sea snow crab season was canceled this year after billions of crabs disappeared – devastating a commercial fishing industry worth $200 million dollars and the livelihoods of those who depend on it.
Native designers blend ancient techniques with modern materials | Alaska Insight
On this Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by Inupiaq fashion designer Jackie Qataliña Schaeffer, and Angelina Roehl, from Chugachmiut's heritage preservation program, to discuss how to preserve traditional culture and designs while incorporating modern elements.
How a longer growing season affects gardening | Alaska Insight
On this Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by Anchorage horticulturist Debbie Hinchey and Will Criner, manager of gardens and facilities at the Alaska Botanical Garden to discuss what's new with growing and harvesting in your backyard.
State senators share their thoughts on Alaska’s 2024 budget | Alaska Insight
Alaska Insight host Lori Townsend is joined by Senate President Gary Stevens, and Sen. Bill Wielechowski to discuss how to address the state's fiscal crisis.
An update on Alaska’s legislative session
As with many recent sessions, discussions largely center on the state’s finances, while a number of social issues have come up as well.