Wild Meat Stew, Norway
Anna Barnwell and Øistein Berget are two Alaskans slash Norwegians that cannot get enough of either location. Anna – a born and raised Anchorageite – first lived in small town Norway as an exchange student, but has since returned multiple times both to visit her partner Øistein and most recently for grad school.
Although generally speaking, they miss Alaskan food more than they love Norwegian food culture, there are some highlights of Norwegian cuisine which they love. Norwegians have a rich tradition of using local food from their own ecosystem.
Click for the recipe. Algo Nuevo: November 6, 2011
Here’s the music playlist from the Sunday November 6, 2011 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you...
Night Music: November 5, 2011
Here’s the music playlist for Night Music with Connie G. All tracks played are listed below in the following format:
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The Arctic
The sea ice continues to melt away more each summer and the U.S. Senate remains stalled on ratifying the Law of the Sea Treaty. But the Coast Guard is beefing up its arctic presence, research vessels are surveying the sea floor, and other nations are beginning to send cargo through Arctic routes.
KSKA: Tuesday, 11/8 @ 10:00am
State Drops Militia Charges; and the Natural Gas Pipeline
The stories up for discussion this week are: state charges dropped against Shaeffer Cox; Alaska gas may go a different direction; Paul Coffey hired to push the Port of Anchorage project; Mark Avery challenged conviction; and shale oil development.
AK: Caring for Elders
For Native elders who grew up in rural Alaska, the desire to die at home runs deep. But taking care of elders in rugged and isolated villages is a complicated task. And for many, aging in place is not an option.
Alaska News Nightly: November 4, 2011
Woman, Two Children Die in Car Accident Near Long Lake, Chenault Pushes to Increase Profile of In-State Gas Line, UAF Nome Campus Director Resigns Amid Pot Charges, Court Upholds Cynthia Lord’s Murder Convictions, Dropping of State’s Militia Charges Raises Questions, Fairbanks to Stay Involved in Redistricting Case, ‘SOS’ Initiative Heading Back to Court, AK: Caring for Elders, 300 Villages: Aniak
UAA Hosts Annual Haunted Halloween Fun Night
Student clubs at the University of Alaska Anchorage hosted this year’s annual Haunted Halloween Fun Night last Saturday. The event, organized by Student Clubs and Greek Life, provides a safe, carnival-like atmosphere for children to receive candy while enjoying a variety of activities.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Martin Dempsey Visits JBER
Video of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Martin Dempsey as he talks with service members and families at a town hall meeting at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.
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UAA Student Body President Selected Kremlin Fellow
Anchorage campus student body president Ryan Buchholdt was recently selected to travel to Russia in November as part of the Kremlin Fellows program.
Ryan is one of 15 student leaders nationwide selected to participate in this prestigious opportunity.
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Anti-Bullying Advocate to Visit Anchorage
Healing Racism in Anchorage is pleased to host world renowned filmmaker and anti-bullying advocate Brent Scarpo as the keynote guest for its annual event. Scarpo has over a decade of experience speaking to communities, businesses and student groups to address the causes for hate and hostility.
The public is invited to attend and participate in the headline event on November 7th in the East High School Auditorium from 7 to 9 PM.
More details and video preview.
Anchorage Community Assessment Project
United Way of Anchorage and our partners have been keeping a finger on the pulse of Anchorage since 2006 by collecting data on key measures of our quality of life. We continue to learn new things and deepen our understanding of our community. We use what we learn to drive what we do, and measure our successes and, sometimes, failures.
This years report focuses on United Way's focus on education.
Read more, and see the full report.
Algo Nuevo: October 30, 2011
Here’s the music playlist from the Sunday October 30, 2011 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you...
Alaska News Nightly: November 3, 2011
Air Force Cutting Back Civilian Jobs, Report Calls for More After School Programs, Aleutian Region Listen as State’s Top Fisheries Earner, Providence Hospital Ceasing to Hire Tobacco Users, FCC Ruling Extends Broadband to Rural Areas, Multi-Talented Jeff Brown Wins Statewide Recognition, Yurts Provide Unique Living Situation
State Focus On Highway Safety
November is "Highway Safety Month" in Alaska, as declared by Governor Sean Parnell in an executive proclamation detailing five themes for the coming five weeks. As KSKA's Ellen Lockyer reports, state department officials met to review the update of the Alaska Strategic Traffic Safety Plan and discuss how their departments are focusing on safety.
Annual Stand Down Aims to Help Veterans in Need
The 19th annual Stand Down for Veterans in Need will be held Friday at the North Terminal of the Ted Stevens International Airport in Anchorage. As APRN's Lori Townsend reports, the event is designed to help vets access numerous services and assistance. Marcia Hoffman Devoe is the public affairs officer for the Alaska VA healthcare system. She says the People Mover buses will offer free transportation to veterans who have a VA card.
Alaska News Nightly: November 2, 2011
State Looks for Coastal Management Alternative, Fairbanks May Opt to Pursue Redistricting Suit, Thousands Without Power on Kenai Peninsula, Airports Prove Vital to State Economy, New Technology May Help Roads Resist Wear and Tear, November is ‘Highway Safety Month’, Industrial Solvent May Be Subject of Federal Study, Bethel to Host New Aircraft Mechanic School, Catcher-Processor Endures Fire at Sea
Alaska News Nightly: November 1, 2011
Alaska Soldier Arrested on Suspicion of Espionage, ‘Mini-Bus’ Bill Passes Senate, Young Pushes for Loosening of Sea Otter Pelt Sale Restrictions, Great Bear Petroleum Won’t Make Decision on Continuing Work Until Next Year, Large Seafood Expo Kicks Off in China, Kenai Predator Control Proves to be Contentious Issue, Agreement Reached for Protection of Knik, Matanuska River-Area Wetlands, UA Aims to Start New Program to Help Students Graduate on Time, Tenakee Students Wade into Science
Photo Gallery: Alaska Zoo October Images
A gallery featuring some of the animals found at the Alaska Zoo in Anchorage, as posted to the organization's Facebook page.
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