LISTEN: How serious is the novel coronavirus?
There are confirmed cases in the U.S. and a chartered flight evacuated Americans from China through the Anchorage airport before arriving in California. But how big should this concern be compared to annual influenza infections? Should countries shut down international travel?
Anchorage Economic Development Corporation’s 2020 forecast gives reasons for cautious optimism
While the Anchorage economy might be improving, a new report calls 2020 "a mixed bag."
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, Feb. 3, 2020
Sen. Murkowski says she'll vote against impeaching the president, but she doesn't excuse his actions. Plus: Wrangell residents have a message for the governor ahead of his town hall visit. And, a look at Sitka's first hybrid electric fishing boat.
Recovery, injury prevention, and treatment for an active life
Recovery from activity, injury prevention and injury treatment are all part of an active lifestyle. On the next Outdoor Explorer, we’ll talk about cutting edge equipment and new physical therapy options to keep you moving.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, Jan. 31, 2020
Sen. Murkowski supporters react to her "no" vote, and twin teenagers from Chugiak will walk their dogs at Westminster.
Fighting teacher turnover in Alaska’s schools | Alaska Insight
Teacher recruitment and retention has long been a challenge for Alaska. A recent study shows that teachers trained outside of the state are the most likely to leave positions here.
The Challenge of Teacher Retention in Alaska | Alaska Insight
Across the country, states, including Alaska have difficulty keeping good teachers, principals and superintendents in their positions. Especially in remote parts of the state....
LISTEN: Job gains expected for Alaska in 2020
In 2020, the state is expected to continue adding jobs, but more slowly.
LISTEN: Fighting to add mental health education to Alaska’s high school curriculum
Legislation that aims to address the emotional health of our youth is being introduced across the country. In Alaska, HB 181 intends to introduce mental health education to the Anchorage School District curriculum.
State of Art: Revisiting past Anchorage Folk Festival performances
The Anchorage Folk Festival wrapped up its 31st annual folk music extravaganza. The festival includes workshops, performances and featured guest artists. Folk Fest chief sound engineer Lucy Peckham dug through her archives and passed these tracks along.
LISTEN: Only one state ferry is currently in operation. How are coastal communities dealing with sailing uncertainty?
This summer, many Alaskans have seen long gaps in service. In some communities, it is still uncertain when boats will return.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020
Sen. Murkowski keeps mum on how she'll vote on witnesses and Northwest Arctic Borough students grill superintendent candidates.
Reading woes: How busy parents can help
Discouraging reading scores and a K-3 statewide policy to improve Alaska's scores is one of the hot topics in Juneau these days. Governor Mike...
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020
The Recall Dunleavy campaign is suspended again and the rainforest town of Kake embraces solar energy.
Traveling Music 2-2-20
Traveling Music
Date: 2-2-20
Shonti Elder
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thank you to all the volunteers involved in the Anchorage Folk Festival!
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Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020
Highlights from the Governor's State of the State address and UAA grapples with record low enrollment.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, Jan. 27, 2020
Rep. Tammie Wilson (R) quits legislature to work for a state agency, a bear task force assembles in Haines, and researchers prepare to survey the Inupiaq language.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, Jan. 24, 2020
Lawmakers vote against overriding the Governor's vetoes, health officials monitor the spread of coronavirus, and a Nome resident converts a church into a common house.
A new academy trains nurses in forensic evidence collection| Alaska Insight
When cases involving sexual assault or domestic violence go to court, thorough documentation of a victim’s personal account and physical injuries can mean the...
A new generation of women in the trades are being trained in Anchorage | Alaska Insight
When you picture a carpenter, a man likely comes to mind. But women are increasingly attracted to the field’s high wages and the opportunity...