Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, November 10, 2022
Alaska lawmakers start thinking about who will be in the majority in each chamber. Also, a jury finds Alaska ski legend Dean Cummings not guilty of murder. And parents push back against potential school closures in Anchorage.
The “Walking Monk” and his time in Alaska
On this Outdoor Explorer, we’ll go for a walk with a man known as The Walking Monk, because he’s walked across North America five separate times and he recently published
a book about the people he’s met along the way. Join host Adam Verrier on Outdoor Explorer to
hear our discussion about the joys and pleasures of taking a good long walk.
On Track in Anchorage with Alice Tower Knapp
On this Outdoor Explorer, we’ll talk to Alice Tower Knapp, who grew up in Anchorage, skiing on the local ski trails. She recently published a book about the history, the people, and the inner workings of the Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Gov. Mike Dunleavy is likely to win a second term. Also, federal infrastructure money could make a long-planned seaplane project a reality in Sitka. And scientists study inbreeding among wolves on Prince of Wales Island.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Alaska voters head to the polls. Also, Yakutat’s village corporation and shareholders disagree over logging. And Petersburg residents and scientists deal with the aftermath of a landslide.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, November 7, 2022
How first-time legislative candidates have approached their campaigns. Also, an Anchorage pastor encourages his congregation to vote. And a little bird born in Alaska recently flew all the way to Tasmania.
Hometown Alaska: Touring the Alaska Museum of Science and Nature
Mountain View is known for its diverse community and neighborhood values. It is not just the people that make the community what it is, but the institutions they run, many of whom have been around for a significant amount of time: Clark Middle School, Hula Hands, the Boys & Girls Club, the Red Apple, etc. One less-spoken-of institution that has been a gem in Mountain View is the Alaska Museum of Science and Nature. This week on Hometown Alaska host Justin Williams steps inside and takes a tour to see what it's all about.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, November 4, 2022
Political observers wonder if a coalition might take control of the Alaska Senate. Also, how statewide elections could impact Alaska's response to climate change. And a program in Homer brings violin lessons to students in nearby Anchor Point.
Line One: Mental health services for Alaskan students
As mental health needs in Alaska and the nation increase it has become harder to find resources for care, particularly for children and teens. Issues with inpatient care in Alaska have made headlines. However, newer intensive outpatient programs help to bridge this gap.
Learn about Alaska’s candidates running for governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate before Election Day 2022
Lori Townsend and reporters discuss candidates running Governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate.
Talk of Alaska: The United States’ new Arctic strategy
Talk of Alaska will be breaking down the White House's new National Strategy for the Arctic Region. The plan outlines the United States' approaches and goals for safety, international cooperation, economic opportunity, and environmental protection over the next 10 years.
State of Art: Anchorage Museum’s Seed Lab is a space of endless possibilities
This week on State of Art we're learning about Anchorage Museum's Seed Lab. The black building covered in murals is located across from the main museum facility on the corner of 6th and A in downtown Anchorage. In addition to supplementing other museum programming, they hold a variety of workshops on topics ranging from climate to repair and reuse and other events and conversations focusing on community and the environment. They also support artists in residence in addition to things like housing a tool library and a newly built podcast studio.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, November 3, 2022
Political observers wonder if a coalition might take control of the Alaska Senate. Also, how statewide elections could impact Alaska's response to climate change. And a program in Homer brings violin lessons to students in nearby Anchor Point.
Rick Steves and The Art of Europe
On this show, our guest is Rick Steves. If you’ve watched public television in the last 20 years, you likely know him from his travel shows Rick Steves Europe and Travel with Rick Steves. Our discussion covers how he turned his passion for travel into a business as well as climate change and travel, why it’s important to say yes to travel opportunities, and his new show The Art of Europe.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
The Anchorage Police Department and its officers' union are likely headed to arbitration over body-worn cameras. Election officials are struggling to hire poll workers in some parts of rural Alaska. And efforts to increase voter turnout among Alaska Native communities.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 1, 2022
What U.S. Senate candidate Kelly Tshibaka says about the 2020 election. Also, how the state's election workers are dealing with skepticism from voters. And a nursing program in Bethel trains students to work in their communities.
Line One: Thriving with HIV/AIDS in Alaska
HIV/AIDS diagnoses have decreased by 8% in the US. In Alaska there are approximately 700 people living with this disease. By decreasing the associated stigma and shame we can better serve those living with the disease while continuing to decrease and eliminate its incidence.
Talk of Alaska: Recapping Debate for the State
We’ll break down the issues and the candidate answers from our recent series of debates to clarify their positions on the next Talk of Alaska
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, October 31, 2022
Frequent texts from political campaigns are irritating some Alaska voters. Also, homeless service providers in Fairbanks say more and more people are coming from Anchorage. And a pet snake escapes a Dillingham classroom...twice.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, October 28, 2022
U.S. Senate candidates debate campaign funding and abortion rights. Also, Ketchikan residents move one step closer to accessing rural subsistence status. And for the first time since the late 1800s, students in Angoon build a canoe.