RUNNING: Democractic / Libertarian Governor of Alaska
Ethan Berkowitz (D), Hollis French (D) and William "Billy" Toien (L) are running for Governor of Alaska in the primary election on August...
Land into trust limbo for Alaska tribes
Indian Country is a term used to describe reservation and other trust lands. The designation allows tribes to have greater economic and legal control of the land that is held in trust for them by the federal government. It can unlock federal funds for development and also precludes state and borough governments from taxing the trust property. The authority has only been in place since 2014 after years of legal battles. Now it’s on hold. How much land has been placed in to trust in 4 years and what does the review mean for future applications? LISTEN HERE
RUNNING: Anchorage Assembly, Seat F
Here is audio from the second night of RUNNING with Anchorage Assembly candidates in seat F.
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Night Music: June 6, 2015
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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8:00...
Talk of Alaska: Ethan Berkowitz, Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate
He talks of modernizing Alaska. He served in the State House and ran for state-wide office twice. This time, Democrat Ethan Berkowitz is...
Sequester Impacts; And The Latest From The Alaska Legislature
This week on Alaska Edition we discuss the rippling economic effect of federal sequestration cuts and the impact to IHS funding for tribal health facilities across the state. We also run through the legislature's actions last night on the gas plan for trucking to Fairbanks, the latest on the oil tax overhaul and KABATA getting folded into the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation by the House. The Senate still has to vote on it. We also discussed the Mat-Su budget and the proposal for a CDQ harbor in Seward.
KSKA: Friday, 4/12 at 2:00pm & Saturday, 4/13 at 6:00pm
TV: Friday, 4/12 at 7:30pm & Saturday, 4/13 at 5:00pm
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New Library Space for the Very Young
The idea of libraries serving youth is a relatively recent concept, especially given that the libraries have been around for nearly 4,000 years ago.
Although some public libraries had children’s books in their collections in the 1800s, most of them didn’t allow youth in the reading rooms.
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Bettye Davis African American Summit: Education Forum | Addressing Alaskans
This discussion focuses on education and how it relates to the theme of the summit – “Marching till Equity, Equality & Justice is Won!”
Jada Smith
Jada Smith's family is not the only one to have drunks in its midst. But, unlike many, Smith has found strength and guidance from...
Night Music: April 13, 2013
Here’s the music playlist for Night Music with Kirk Waldhaus. All tracks played are listed below in the following format:
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Artist Name
Album Title
Label
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8:00 pm...
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 11, 2022
Former President Trump visits Anchorage and denounces Sen. Lisa Murkowski. Alaskans march in four cities to advocate for reproductive rights. And more thunderstorms hit the Interior as fire danger persists.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, Dec. 24, 2015
Kodiak ordered to comply with records request; students develop survival packs; new health center opens in Sutton; third person charged in ANC murders; NCAA hits UAF: skiers want OK to ski on roads; halfway house helps with treatments; NORAD tracking Santa; Juneau gets lit up.
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Alaska Captures Dolly Parton’s Attention
Alaska is enrolling more and more children in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, and none other than Parton, herself, has taken notice. When Alaska’s enrollment topped 13,000 children receiving Imagination Library books every month, Parton taped a video message congratulating and thanking Alaskans for making it happen.
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Mount Marathon
During the 2012 Mount Marathon race, two runners were terribly injured and one disappeared, never to be found. Organizers hope this year’s race is safer, without losing its adventurous edge. On the next Outdoor Explorer, we’ll talk about the new rules, and about the joy of mountain running and competition with two of the best in Alaska, plus a race organizer. Also new for this week's show, host Charles Wohlforth is in Homer, at KBBI.
KSKA: Thursday 6/27 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
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Silver Salmon For Lovers
The pleasant tanginess of homemade crème fraîche, lemon and leeks harmonize with the buttery richness of wild caught Alaskan Coho salmon presented on a bed of homemade egg noodles.
Light candles, play soft music, pop a cork and serve.
See the recipe. 
Birding Gear 101
Enjoying the world of birds doesn’t have to be expensive. It can be a fun hobby for the entire family without spending a dollar.
However, if you would like to invest in birding tools, here are a few that will help putting those puzzles together.
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Anchorage Woodlot to Open with New Location
The Anchorage Soil and Water Conservation District is hoping to open the Anchorage Woodlot Thursday, May 3, 2012, depending on site conditions.
Due to tremendous snow accumulation at the previous location, the woodlot is being moved to the South Anchorage Sports Park this year. The basic cost for remains at $10 per load, all material such as mulch or firewood taken from the woodlot is FREE.
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Talk to the Tundra: How a Yup’ik Village Heals Together | INDIE ALASKA
The Yup'ik village of Toksook Bay has been grappling with grief and a lack of mental health resources for young people after they finish school.
Algo Nuevo: March 23, 2007
Here's the music playlist from the March 23, 2008 edition of Algo Nuevo -- Something New.If you have questions, comments or music requests for...
In Performance at the White House: Red, White and Blues
President and Mrs. Obama host a celebration of the blues from the East Room of the White House. Performers include Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews, Jeff Beck, Gary Clark Jr., Shemekia Copeland, Buddy Guy, Warren Haynes, Mick Jagger, B.B. King, Keb' Mo.'
KAKM: Monday, Feb. 27 @ 8:00pm