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Sullivan weighs in on Mueller investigation; Trump administration moves to open environmentally sensitive National Petroleum Reserve land to oil drilling; Search continues for White Mountain man missing since Nov. 4; State asks for new housing units to help Alaskans in recovery; Citing E. coli outbreak, US officials say don't eat romaine; Fairbanks City Council approves homeless camp removal ordinance; Things are heating up for Alaska pollock — and it’s putting them in the mood to spawn; Anchorage School Board votes to close Mount Spurr Elementary School; Ask a Climatologist; Fairbanks considers air quality improvement recommendations; First Costco opens in Fairbanks

While tourists ride the buses into Denali National Park, Alaskans are driving, cycling, hiking and canoeing the other Denali -- The Denali Highway, an unpaved road to the wilderness leading from Paxson through the Alaska Range to Cantwell. On the next Outdoor Explorer, we’ll learn about this spectacular alpine route, the incredible outdoor opportunities, and the archeology of the place. Ancient people left evidence of the some of the earliest human travel in the Americas. Download Audio:

Hospitals are filling up as Alaska's COVID-19 surge continues. And, Alaska's proportion of fatal small aircraft accidents is growing. Plus, an unusual polar bear sighting in Kotzebue.

At 1.6 million acres, the Wood Tikchik State Park is the largest of its kind in the United States. With no road or trails, the park remains a quiet preserve for the fish and wildlife it was created to protect. Download Audio

Farming in Alaska has changed and expanded in recent years. As seasons lengthen and innovations in farming techniques advance, advocates for eco-friendly farming see big potential.

Premera says ACA premiums to drop 22%; Revenue commissioner resigns to serve ministry; State Sen. Gary Stevens files to run for lieutenant governor; No commercial fishing on Kuskokwim this year; With cut after cut, state food safety inspections stretch years apart; Less mercury found in Beaufort Sea polar bears — that’s not necessarily a good thing; Feds look to relinquish mineral rich Interior lands to the state; Ekwok substance use recovery program teaches subsistence skills to fight addiction; Transgender activist looks to connect trans men in the 49th state Listen now

Like any good foodie, I love me some prosciutto. And baby arugula. A salad topped with dried figs, goat cheese, and a balsamic vinaigrette and I'm in heaven. A pinch of saffron to enhance color and flavor. Sometimes, even I'm just too pretentious for my own good. See the recipe.

The Anchorage Assembly changes course on plans to restore the Eklutna River. Plus, tribes say mining in Canada should include their input.

Many women prefer non-physician care during their pregnancy. Is non-physician care appropriate for all pregnant women? What is the role of the Certified Nurse Midwife?

Just as First Aid and CPR help teach people how to aid in a medical emergency, Mental Health First Aid teaches the skills needed to recognize and assist someone who is experiencing a mental health related crisis.

Prentiss Pemberton is opening up the phone lines for you to share stories of grace and compassion over the last 2 months.