State Approves Clitheroe Specialized Treatment Reopening
Following state approval, on Tuesday and after several months of suspended service, the Salvation Army reopened its Specialized Treatment Unit at its Clitheroe Center...
Karluk Manor, Housing First Project Gets Commission Go Ahead
By a seven to two margin last night, the Planning and Zoning Commission cleared the way for the former Red Roof Inn to become...
Algo Nuevo January 7, 2018
Here’s the Sunday, January 7th, 2018 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you have questions, comments or music requests for host Dave, send email to algonuevo@alaskapublic.org or post your comment at the bottom of this post.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, October 1, 2020
Lawyers argue Alaskans shouldn't need a witness to sign their ballot during a pandemic. And, needy Alaska communities get connected with fishermen unable to sell their fish. Plus, scientists say climate change is leading sea urchins to devour reefs in the Aleutian Islands.
49 Voices: Leah Zumwalt of Anchorage
This week, we're hearing from Leah Zumwalt, a first-grade teacher at Inlet View Elementary in Anchorage. She's originally from California, but has lived in Alaska for eight years.
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Alaska News Nightly: July 30, 2013
Adak Phone Subsidy Cut Amid Spending Concerns; Alaska Scores Low On Lobbying Transparency; Obama’s Tax Proposals Win Tepid Response; Anchorage Holds First Mini Maker Faire; Fairbanks Borough Weighs In On Redistricting; Search For Missing Anchorage Man Expands North; Chuitna Coal Battle Heats Up; Renowned Musicians Surprise Akiak With Jam Session
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LISTEN: There will be shrooms
For many Alaskans, fall’s cooler temperatures and wet weather signal the peak of mushroom season. Two regional fungus festivals are happening this month, and whether you're a veteran forager or a budding mycologist, there’s so much to learn about and discover in the woods and your own backyard.
LISTEN: The Nov. 30 earthquake, one year later: what did we learn?
It's been a year since the largest earthquake to shake Alaska since 1964 hit the Southcentral region. Even with millions of dollars in destruction happening in seconds, no one was killed. Was it building codes, epicenter location or just luck?
Great Performances: Billy Elliot the Musical Live
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL LIVE comes to Great Performances in a special celebration performance from London’s West End. Based on the popular 2000 film, “Billy Elliot: The Musical” took the West End and Broadway by storm and won the 2009 Tony Award for Best Musical.
Alaska News Nightly: April 30, 2012
State House Delays Decision To Adjourn; Finance Committee Meets To Address High Energy Costs; Manly Hot Springs Conditions Improving After Flooding; Advocates Speak At ‘Indigenous Women’s Environmental And Reproductive Health Symposium’; Subsistence Rights Top Concerns At UN Hearings; Endowment Fund Created In Comeau’s Name; APD Calls On Public To Help Find Missing Airman, Clinton Reeves; Fairbanks Man Fine After Bear Attack On Kodiak Island; USGS Mapping Going Digital; Chena Hot Springs Resort Hoping To Expand
Adventures with Chuck Sassara, by Air and by Sea
Chuck Sassara first arrived in Alaska in a VW bus in 1955 with his wife Ann. They built a life that encompassed aviation, government and business and witnessed the beginnings of statehood and the growth of the Alaskan community. We'll talk with him about some of his adventures and about his book, “Chuck Sassara’s Alaska – Propellers, Politics and People,” on this weeks' next Outdoor Explorer. KSKA: Thurs., Jan. 21, at 2:00 p.m. and Thurs., Jan. 28, at 8:00 p.m. LISTEN HERE
RUNNING: Republican Governor of Alaska
Gerald Heikes (R), Sam Little (R), Sean Parnell (R), Ralph Samuels (R) and Bill Walker (R) are running for Governor in Alaska...
Making Your Own Equipment
A theme encountered on Outdoor Explorer is that Alaskans invent a lot of stuff to do what they want outdoors. On this show, three guests who build their own gear, whether it be skis, bike accessories or mountaineering equipment, explain why they find it to be so rewarding and the benefits of stuff Alaskans have invented.
KSKA: Thursday, March 12, at 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
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How Running Ultramarathons Saved Carol Seppilu’s Life | INDIE ALASKA
Carol Seppilu describes jogging with a tracheotomy as “trying to breathe through a straw while running.” She's even dealt with her trach freezing shut while running in the frigid winter temperatures in Nome, Alaska where she lives.
Alaska News Nightly: November 23, 2009
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State of Art: Anchorage Opera sets classic comedy in the 1980s
The company's new general director discusses "The Elixir of Love" and performing Donizetti's famous compositions while dancing like MC Hammer.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, February 8th, 2021
After more than three weeks without drinking water, Governor Dunleavy sends state aid to Tuluksak. And, a popular Seward mural gets an upgrade. Plus, hundreds of scientists push for Indigenous inclusion in Arctic research.
Night Music: October 26, 2013
Here is the Night Music Playlist with Kirk Waldhaus. All tracks played are listed below in the following format:
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Artist / Composer (if known)
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Label
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Algo Nuevo: May 2, 2010
Here’s the music playlist from the Sunday May 2, 2010 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you have...
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018
Anchorage candidates vie for progressive bona fides ahead of primary; Alaskans may soon be able to finance energy improvements through their utility bills; Senator Sullivan holds discussions along Y-K Delta; Anchorage School District may have new school start times for students; New power plant will keep lights on in Togiak; Hundreds of dying seabirds found in Bering and Chukchi seas; With king restrictions, Wrangell tries out new Coho derby; Drag show brings gender play to Sitka Listen now