Tag: Alaska
Sealaska Debate Heats Up in DC
Congressman Don Young is known for his hot temper, but at a hearing Thursday on the Sealaska Lands Bill, his words were directed at a visiting Alaskan.
The controversial bill would let the Sealaska Native Corporation select lands from within the Tongass National Forest in Southeast.
Devastation in Japan Prompts Support from Alaska Seafood Industry
The devastation in Japan from the massive earthquake and tsunami back in March has prompted a large outpouring of support from the seafood industry in Alaska.
Sarah Palin Embarking on East Coast Tour
Sarah Palin is embarking on an East Coast tour this weekend, hitting historical sites that her political action committee calls key to the country’s formation, survival, and growth.
Limited details of Palin’s “One Nation” tour were released on the website of SarahPAC. The tour is beginning in Washington, D.C., and moving up the East Coast.
Bible’s New Testament Translated to Athabascan Gwitchin Language
After more than 50 years of work, a translation of the new testament of the Bible into the Athabascan Gwitchin language is finally done. The translation involved perhaps a dozen people.
Bethel Musician Awarded $5,000 to Pursue Passion
A Bethel musician has been awarded 5,000 dollars from the Rasmuson Foundation to pursue his music.
Murkowski Votes Against House Budget Plan
Alaska’s Senator Lisa Murkowski was one of five Republicans Senators to vote last night against the budget plan the House passed. Murkowski cited concerns about how the scheme dealt with Medicare.
Boat Runs Aground in Togiak Bay
A boat is aground in Togiak Bay. A salvage crew is working with the owners of the 102-foot “Nor’Quest” to lighten out its fuel before trying to re-float it. It went aground early Wednesday morning after it lost its anchor. It is carrying up to 18,800 gallons of diesel fuel, 200 gallons of gasoline, plus lube oil, waste oil and hydraulic oil.
Feature Film About Palin Premiering in Iowa Next Month
A feature film about former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is coming out next month and will premiere in Iowa, according to the Chicago-based...
Unalaska Group Engages in Unusual Spring Cleanup
For most people, cleaning up litter means walking along roads and picking up empty soda cans. But for one group in Unalaska, it means dragging up boat parts and fishing nets from floor of the harbor.
Rescued Polar Bear Cub Makes Debut at Alaska Zoo
A polar bear cub rescued from the North Slope last month is making a quick recovery at the Alaska Zoo. The female cub of the year was underweight and weak when she was found at the Alpine Oil Field, separated from her mother.
Two Climbers Die in Mount Francis Avalanche
Two climbers have been killed in an avalanche in Denali National Park. The Park Service reports that 33-year-old Jiro Kurihara of Canmore, Alberta, and 28-year-old Junya Shiraishi of Sapporo, Japan were found dead in avalanche debris near the base of Mt. Francis, a 10,400 foot peak near Mt. McKinley.
Assembly Approves Mandatory Photo IDs at Anchorage Liquor Stores
Beginning on July 1st, buying alcohol at a package store in Anchorage will require photo identification. Tuesday night the Anchorage Assembly approved the new law by a 10 to 1 margin.
Wellness Court Hold Commencement Ceremony for Alternative Justice Program Grads
The Fairbanks Wellness Court holds a commencement ceremony Thursday for graduates of the alternative justice program. The Wellness Court, which started in 2007, provides intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment, monitoring, and work or education requirements, as an alternative to jail time or other penalties.
Alaska News Nightly: May 25, 2011
Sealaska Raises Land Selection Issue in Washington DC, Unalaska Group Engages in Unusual Spring Cleanup, Lawmakers Debate Special Session for Coastal Management Program, and more...
Anchorage Assembly Passes Ordinance Requiring Liquor Stores to Check IDs
The Anchorage Assembly last night went along with an advisory vote and passed an ordinance requiring liquor stores to check identification before all sales. It takes effect in July.
Prosecutors Say Weyhrauch Not Entitled to Recover Legal Fees
Federal prosecutors are saying that former state Representative Bruce Weyhrauch is not entitled to recover his legal fees, even though corruption charges against him have been dropped.
Imagine Your Way Into a New Garden With Practical Advice From Landscape Architects
Every spring, when mostly tired, dirty snow still blankets much of Anchorage, the American Society of Landscape Architects, Anchorage Chapter, features a garden design workshop to help eager gardeners of all experience levels re-imagine their outdoor space and solve problems in their landscape. The founders of that class...
Photographing the Aurora: A Quick Guide
With every spike in solar activity, flares are sent off from the sun and come cascading over the magnetosphere, where the energy is released in various shades of undulating greens, blues and reds we call the Aurora.
It’s always a challenge to capture these silky forms, but a few preparatory measures can ensure you get the best possible image to wow your friends and family.
Find out more. BP Sale Doesn’t Include Alaska Holdings
Lori Townsend, APRN – Anchorage
BP announced today that it’s selling $7 billion in oil field assets to Houston based Apache Corporation. But the...
Open Season Results Won’t Be Known Immediately
Dave Donaldson, APRN – Juneau
Alaskans will not immediately know the extent of industry interest in either of Alaska’s natural gas pipelines until this...