Alaska News Nightly: January 27, 2014

State, Valdez Officials Assess Richardson Highway Avalanches; Hearings Begin For LNG Pipeline; Sullivan, Treadwell Address Variety of Topics At Anchorage Chamber of Commerce; Researchers Explore Polar Vortex; Admiral Ostebo Discusses Future of Port Clarence; PILT: Local Municipal Officials Hope Congress Will Fund Federal-Aid Program; Western Alaska Residents Await Disaster Relief Money; Program Could Loosen Water Pollution Regulations; Chythlook-Sifsof Left Off Olympic Roster Download Audio

My New Years Resolution: Wine

Wine This year I decided my resolution should be to explore more wine options and expand my wine knowledge base. Hard resolution to follow, right? Read more.

A New Year’s Resolution That Sticks

Today we’re sticking with our New Year’s Resolutions. This is the time of year in which many us, despite our best intentions, are already falling short on our resolutions. But food and wine blogger Carolyn Kinneen picked an attainable New Year’s Resolution for 2014: To expand her wine knowledge. Read more.

I Make Wearable Art

From dresses made of horse hair, swan feathers, and red roses, Enzina Marrari creates garments that bridge fashion design and sculptural art. http://youtu.be/T9bMbvTvYUA

Great Performances: Barrymore

Christopher Plummer recreates his Tony Award-winning role playing the legendary actor John Barrymore in the film adaptation of William Luce's Broadway play. Set in 1942, the production centers on the acclaimed—and notorious— John Barrymore, capturing the star in the final months of his life as he struggles to prepare for a audition to stage a revival of his 1920 Broadway triumph, Richard III. January 31. 8:00 pm.

Alaska News Nightly: January 24, 2014

ASD Budget Cutting Process Begins as Legislature Mulls Increasing Education Funding; Bill Could Eliminate High School Exit Exam; Legislation Introduced To Repeal State Funds For U-Med/Northern Access Road; Avalanches Close Richardson Highway; Alaska Salmon To Remain On Walmart’s Shelves; Cantwell Urges White House To Stop Alaska Pebble Mine Project, Protect Fishermen; AK: Spoken Word; 300 Villages: Hollis Download Audio

Ice Fishing

What goes on inside those tents you see on the frozen lakes around town? On the next Outdoor Explorer,we’ll find out. The topic is ice fishing. Folks do it on stocked lakes all through the city--that’s another unique thing about Anchorage--and in the backcountry they catch great big fish through the ice. We’ll find out how to do it and why. What’s the attraction of fishing in the middle of winter when the water is frozen? KSKA: Thursday 1/30 at 2:00 and 9:00 pm Listen Now

Radiation from Fukushima

They’re having trouble sealing up the leaking nuclear power plants in Japan and they’re also having trouble disclosing what is going on there. Is this a reason to distrust Alaska seafood? APRN: Tuesday, 1/28 at 10:00am Download Audio

Legislative Session Gavels In; And Rep. Kerttula Resigns

The Legislature opens the 2014 session and Gov. Parnell gives his State of the State address. Layoffs are coming to the Anchorage School District. Sen. Mark Begich opposes the proposed Pebble Mine. Analysts lay out the impact of budget shortfalls to the Legislature. Buccaneer his rough spots in preparing to drill in Cook Inlet. Shell's earnings off 48 percent. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals says the federal government failed to evaluate the potential consequences of the 2008 off-shore lease sale. The Anchorage labor law referendum seems head to the November ballot. Rep, Beth Kerttula steps down as House Minority Leader. KSKA: Friday, 1/24 at 2PM & Saturday, 1/25 at 6PM. KAKM: Friday 1/24 at 7:30PM & Saturday. 1/25 at 4:30PM

Alaska News Nightly: January 23, 2014

Parnell Offers ‘Choice’-Friendly School Reform Package; Legislators Not Sold On Governor’s Education Package; Court Says Chukchi Lease Sale Environmental Assessment Faulty; Residents Anxious as City Mulls Condemning Motel; Document Highlights Rural Housing Shortage; Final Fine Particulate Public Hearing Draws Large Crowd; New Science Released On How Human-Made Sounds Impact Marine Mammals Download Audio

Stephan Hawking: A Brief History of Mine

This is the intimate and revealing story of Stephen Hawking’s life. Told for the first time in Hawking’s own words and with unique access to his home and public life, this is the only official biographical account of the world's most famous living scientist. Hawking gives a unique insight into his world, covering his iconic career and struggle with motor neurone disease. His personal journey is one of triumph: having been diagnosed with the disease in 1963 and given two years to live, he has gone on to make incredible scientific discoveries. Featuring interviews with Buzz Aldrin, Richard Branson, Jim Carrey and Benedict Cumberbatch, as well as a host of family members and close friends, the film is a celebration of Hawking's life and offers viewers unprecedented access into his captivating universe. January 29. 9:00 pm.

Alaska News Nightly: January 22, 2014

YKHC President Retires Amid Controversy With The Board; GovTrack Completes 2013 Report Card On Congress; Admiral Ostebo Outlines USCG’s Plans For Western Alaska; Court Says Inadequate Studies Conducted Before 2008 Lease Sale; Gov. Parnell Addresses Budget, 'Choose Respect' and Education; What Is The Center For Ocean Solutions?; ‘Excluder’ Could Limit Salmon Bycatch; Proposed Setnet Initiative Heading To Court; Young And Old Turn Out To ‘Bonfire for Bristol Bay’ Rally In Dillingham Download Audio

American Experience: The Amish

"The Amish" is an intimate portrait of contemporary Amish faith and life. The film examines how such a closed and communal culture has thrived within one of the most open, individualistic societies on earth. What does the future hold for a community whose existence is so rooted in the past? And what does our fascination with the Amish say about deep American values? Tuesday, January 28 at 7:00 pm Tuesday, February 4 at 7:00 pm

Alaska News Nightly: January 21, 2014

Minority Leader Beth Kerttula To Leave Legislature; Tuck, French Address Kerttula's Departure, Legislative Priorities; Chenault, Huggins Discuss Education, Gas Line, And Fish Politics; Anchorage School District Set to Lay Off More Than 200; Is Alaska’s Economy Grounded? Download Audio

Rock Island Line: January 12, 2014

Here’s the music playlist from Rock Island Line with Steve Grabacki and Marianne Kerr. All tracks played are listed below in the following format: Song...

Faces of Alaska: Mr. Whitekeys

Alaskans know Mr. Whitekeys as a comedian, a musician and a Spam-loving night club impresario. Whether you know him from his days behind the piano at the Fly By Night Club, his popular stage shows, or his regular commentary on local television, now is your chance to get to know the man behind the loud Hawaiian shirt. TV: Monday, January 27 @ 8 PM

Night Music: January 18, 2014

Here is the Night Music Playlist with Kirk Waldhaus.  All tracks played are listed below in the following format: Title Artist / Composer (if known) Album Label Song Duration 8:00...

Alaska News Nightly: January 20, 2014

Legislature Prepares To Gavel In; Begich Takes Stand Against Pebble Mine; Thayer Named Administration Commissioner; Legislative Session Gives Juneau Businesses Temporary Boost; Alaskans Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Rohn Buser Crowned K300 Champion; With Drop Bags Delivered, Yukon Quest Mushers are One Step Closer to Race Day Download Audio

Poetry Is My Day Job

By day, Kima Hamilton is a poet, a mentor, a father, and a community leader. But he pays the bills by DJ-ing in nightclubs. http://youtu.be/jk400MZQQn4

Anchorage Starts Reading Early

Elizabeth Nicolai is the Youth Services Coordinator for the Loussac Library, and right now she’s reading a dinosaur book to a group of very small children. Recently the library expanded their second floor to include what they call the Play and Learn center. Inside of what looks like a massive fort of books there are toys, inspirational messages, and interactive art work on the walls. Read more.