Alaska News Nightly: Friday, August 20, 2021
Doctors across Alaska implore people to wear masks and get vaccinated. And, Alaska veterans who served in Afghanistan react to the Taliban's resurgence. Plus, lawmakers are back to debating the size of the PFD in the third special session.
LISTEN: Housing concerns persist as another pandemic winter approaches
For Alaskans who experience homelessness, the looming colder weather creates additional stress. What are the plans in Anchorage and across Alaska to ensure that residents without stable housing have help?
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, August 19, 2021
Without government help, Anchorage businesses are left to manage COVID safety protocols on their own. And, subsistence fishers look to other meats after king and chum salmon runs collapse along the Yukon River. Plus, Anchorage students get a surprise concert from a homegrown rock band.
State of Art: Former Alaska wildlands firefighter turned romance author takes the indie route
LoLo Paige retired from the Department of Interior in Alaska after a career as a wildlands firefighter.
Two first books by young Alaska writers
UPDATE: Writer Matt Caprioli, featured in this episode, has changed his last name to Frye Castillo. His website can be found here.
Hometown Alaska...
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Young Cook Inlet fisherman are looking to other more profitable waters. And, more than 400 Alaskans have now died from the coronavirus. Plus, Alaskans' share their shopping plans now that the Canadian border is open.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, August 17, 2021
The Lower Kuskokwim School District will pay nearly 4 million dollars to two victims of abuse. And, the school year begins in Anchorage with a sense of normalcy, except for a few things. Plus, Alaskans who waited on getting a COVID vaccine describe why they changed their minds.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, August 16, 2021
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.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, August 13, 2021
While policies vary, the majority of Alaska's students will go back to school wearing masks. And, as Anchorage officials plan to increase homeless shelter capacity, some camp residents say they'd rather stay outside. Plus, an Alaska Native artist turns his grandma's stories into comic books.
State of Art: Anchorage musician Bethlehem Shalom does things her way
Bethlehem Shalom has multiple releases that showcase her eclectic tastes and a kind of Jackson-Pollock-style songwriting. Her albums will keep you on your toes as she blends genres and moods from indie rock to jazz to hip-hop.
Epic Alaskans: Mountaineering and sea kayaking with John Bauman
Alaska has thousands of unheard of world class outdoor men and women. On this show we'll hear from one, John Bauman, who completed numerous first winter ascents and sea kayaking routes.
LISTEN: Gov. Dunleavy makes his case for constitutional amendments
As the third special legislative session gets underway to work on stabilizing the state budget, Gov. Dunleavy describes why he believes his proposals are the best way forward.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, August 12, 2021
The recent census shows Alaska is getting more diverse. And, with salmon scarce on the Yukon River, communities are grateful for donations from Bristol Bay. Plus, questions about alerts for elderly Alaskans who go missing.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, August 11, 2021
The pilot involved in a deadly plane crash near Ketchikan last week was in another accident just weeks prior. And, the COVID-19 surge pushes some communities back into lockdown. And, parts of Alaska are seeing extra rain, but in some places it just feels that way.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Alaska has a new task force to capture missing DNA samples from people charged with certain crimes. And, the newest Miss WEIO hopes to be a role model for young Alaska Native women. Plus, the Anchorage mayor and school district diverge on masking.
State of Art: Anchorage Museum program aims to empower teens to address climate change
In the new program, teens in grades 9-12 will work with museum educators and use museum resources to discuss and find solutions to climate change.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, August 9, 2021
How concerned should Alaskans be about breakthrough COVID cases? And, Bristol Bay processors donate thousands of pounds of salmon to Yukon River villages. Plus, a sci-fi author returns to the Wrangell stomping grounds that inspired him.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, August 6, 2021
The search for answers continues after a flightseeing plane crashed near Ketchikan, killing 6. And, some Anchorage healthcare workers protest requirements to get a COVID vaccine. Plus, spurred by the pandemic, some Anchorage families find success with non-traditional education.
LISTEN: The challenge of child care
With a new surge in COVID cases, how are child care providers balancing the need for safety with parents’ needs to work?Â
LISTEN: Navigating assisted living for seniors
Assisted-living homes are highly flexible and supportive communities that offer staff support for activities. As our population ages, it's becoming a popular option for seniors nationwide. What services are available in Alaska?