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Registration for Parks & Recreation Start Smart Sports opens August 26
Registration for Parks & Recreation Start Smart Sports opens August 26. Registration for Parks & Recreation’s Start Smart Sports (ages 3-5) opens Monday, August 26 at noon. Register online under the “Youth & Teen” tab. There are 23 spots available and registration is first come, first served....
Bartlett Board of Directors to interview three finalists for Chief Executive Officer
Bartlett Board of Directors to interview three finalists for Chief Executive Officer. Following a nationwide search, the Bartlett Regional Hospital CEO search committee has narrowed the pool of candidates for the CEO position to three finalists. The finalists will be in Juneau starting on August 26 – September 7, 2024, to conduct their final interview, complete an assessment exercise, and interact with hospital and medical staff, CBJ leadership, and the public.
The Northern Lights in Fairbanks
The highly anticipated Aurora Season in Fairbanks Alaska has begun. It once again offers visitors and locals alike the opportunity to witness the vibrant northern lights until April. This eight-month viewing period allows countless opportunities to experience the aurora borealis in all its glory. Aurora Season in Fairbanks is consistent...
Siblings of Juneau man killed by police demand answers
The family of a man who was shot and killed by law enforcement in Juneau in July say they’re still waiting for answers. Jason, Monty and Dawn Kissack arrived from Florida this week for a memorial to honor their brother, Steven Kissack. Steven was unhoused, and lived on the streets of downtown Juneau for several years with his malamute, Juno.
To LKSD Parents and Guardians
We are pleased to inform you that the Lower Kuskokwim School District will be participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for School Year 2024-2025. As part of the program, Atmautluak, Chefornak, Eek, Goodnews Bay, Kasigluk Akiuk, Kasigluk Akula, Kipnuk, Kongiganak, Kwethluk, Kwigillingok, Mekoryuk, Mertarvik, Napakiak, Napaskiak, Nightmute, Nunapitchuk, Oscarville, Quinhagak, Toksook Bay, Tuntutuliak, Tununak, Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat, Gladys Jung, Ayaprun Elitnaurviat, Bethel Regional High School, and the Kuskokwim Learning Academy will follow the community Eligibility Provision (CEP). What does this mean for you and your children attending the school(s) identified above? Great news for you and your students! All enrolled students of the Lower Kuskokwim School District are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at school at no charge to your household each school day of the 2024-2025 school year.
The Dogs Den Podcast Episode One August 22, 2024
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Check out the first episode of The Dogs Den presented by Newscenter Fairbanks. The half-hour show where Fairbanks Ice Dogs Head Coach Ryan Theros and Sports Anchor Alex Johnson sit down and talk about the changing landscape of junior hockey, what to look forward to for this upcoming season, and other topics revolving around the Ice Dogs.
Cup’ik/Yup’ik Mechanic/Welders train with American Honda Technicians in Rural Alaska
Four technicians from American Honda traveled to Alaskan village to collaborate with local CVRF mechanics from Chevak, Hooper Bay, Kongiganak, Napakiak, Toksook Bay and Scammon Bay in week-long Marine and ATV training. August 14, 2024 – Last week, Cup’ik/Yup’ik mechanic/welders from Chevak, Hooper Bay, Kongiganak, Napakiak, Toksook Bay and Scammon...
Alaska's state retirement system gains $4.6 billion
(The Center Square) - Alaska’s State Retirement System gained $4.6 billion following a “strong” fiscal year, according to the Department of Revenue. The Treasury Division, which oversees $52 billion in state assets, closed the 2024 fiscal year with $43 billion in the retirement system, DOR said in a news release. Additionally, another $9 billion of investments under fiduciary oversight of the Commissioner of Revenue grew by $580 million, the highest...
NOAA announces plans to survey Port Valdez and solicits proposals for 2026 funding opportunity
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is pleased to announce a partnership with the City of Valdez for a hydrographic surveying project in Port Valdez. This project was selected for the Brennan Matching Fund from last year’s round of applicants and is slated to occur in 2025. The project will provide high resolution bathymetry and backscatter data over approximately 32.5 square nautical miles, and supply a contemporary baseline to help city emergency managers understand and prepare for potential impacts of submarine landslides.
Public Safety weighs in on impacts of releasing domesticated animals into the wild
Unalaska's Department of Public Safety recently received reports of domesticated ferrets released into the wild found near hiking trails on the island. In this episode of "Island Interviews," Animal Control Officer Sean Peters explains how Animal Control can assist in finding new homes for animals that can no longer be cared for. He also shares an update on loose dog fees.
Illegal parking near Juneau’s high school causes problems for nearby residents
Illegal student parking is on the rise near Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé. School went back into session last week. It’s the first time in more than a decade that all high school students in Juneau are under one roof, instead of splitting between two campuses. Since classes...
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