Alaska News Nightly: Friday, June 11, 2021
The Biden administration reverses Trump's rollback of the Tongass Roadless Rule. And, rugby grows in popularity and diversity in Anchorage. Plus, an Alaska adventurer gathers packrafting safety tips into a new book.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, June 10, 2021
Alaska joins other states trying to defeat a lawsuit brought against the federal government by youth climate activists. And, Park Service rangers notice concerning trends as climbers attempt to summit Denali. Plus, scientists monitor the recovery of nearly a half million acres of trees after a sawfly outbreak in the Tongass.
LISTEN: Pediatric surgery resources
Alaska may be a small state but its services for pediatric surgery and oncology are robust. What services are available in Alaska?
LISTEN: Shoring up Alaska’s trail infrastructure
Alaska will see an influx of funding for trails and other outdoor infrastructure this year, and it couldn’t be coming at a better time. How will the proposed Alaska Long Trail between Seward and Fairbanks play into that?
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, June 9, 2021
The Dunleavy Administration looks to new streams of revenue to close the state's budget gap. And, the Anchorage School District launches a new third grade Alaska Studies curriculum. Plus, Sitka residents gather to mark the discovery of Indigenous children's remains at a Canadian residential school.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, June 8, 2021
The Pedro Bay native corporation agrees to a multimillion dollar deal that complicates plans for the proposed Pebble Mine. And, the Central Council of the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes expands their health and wellness services. Plus, a tea expert starts Alaska’s first tea farm using geothermal energy in Fairbanks.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, June 7, 2021
Teachers see record summer school enrollment after a year of pandemic learning loss. And, Anchorage police seek public comment on officer-worn cameras. Plus, child care providers are still struggling due to the pandemic.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, June 4, 2021
Teachers see record summer school enrollment after a year of pandemic learning loss. And, Anchorage police seek public comment on officer-worn cameras. Plus, child care providers are still struggling due to the pandemic.
LISTEN: Celebrating Pride Month in Alaska
Amid the parades and parties, June is also a time to acknowledge the sacrifices activists made and the struggles people continue to face. What issues still need to be addressed for Alaskans of all identities to feel safe and equal?
LISTEN: Conquering the clutter
The label “hoarder” is often thrown around in society as a way to poke fun at someone or to point out excessive clutter. But hoarding is, in fact, a very serious and overwhelming condition that affects somewhere between 10 to 15 million Americans.
Revisiting Fly for pie
On this Outdoor Explorer, we will air a repeat of the show “Fly for Pie.” The show about women pilots in Alaska, which first aired in May 2020, has won awards from the Alaska Professional
Communicators and the National Federation of Press Women.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, June 3, 2021
Alaska has a shortage of available foster families, a problem exacerbated by the pandemic. And, an Alaska scientist will help NASA explore Venus. Plus, a statewide mock election hopes to teach Alaskans about our new voting system.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, June 2, 2021
As businesses and other entities reopen, the Alaska Legislature remains closed to the public. And, after a year with no tourists, Glacier Bay National Park prepares for a big season. Plus, just 16% of incarcerated Alaskans were released on discretionary parole last year.
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Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, June 1, 2021
The Biden administration suspends oil leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. And, anyone visiting Alaska now has access to a COVID-19 vaccine. Plus, Kotzebue's elementary school changes its curriculum to connect students to their culture.
Independent travelers pour into Anchorage as summer tourism season begins
Big cruise ships recently got the green light to sail to the state again. At the same time, independent travelers are showing up in force in Southcentral.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, May 31, 2021
An Unalaska soldier killed during World War II finally receives a marker for his grave. And, remembering state legislator and indigenous rights advocate Albert Kookesh. Plus, "Curious Alaska" aims to answer Alaskan's quirkier questions.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, May 28, 2021
Alaska's senators split on whether to establish a commission to investigate the Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol. And, commercial fishermen in Alaska are frustrated by the CDC's mask policies. Plus, Juneau Drag performers host their first in-person, unmasked show in over a year.
Boating safety in Alaska
As we prepare for the boating season it is worthwhile to review the equipment and safety precautions needed.
LISTEN: Dating after the pandemic
Perhaps the biggest impact from the past year has been on our social lives, as lockdowns and limits on gatherings forced us into isolation. For many single people, this put traditional dating on hold.