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Japanese-inspired garden trail adds new gate, discusses future additions
Nestled in the woods near Soldotna High School is a Japanese-inspired garden. The Kenai Peninsula Peace Crane Garden Trails has been a work in progress since 2018. It was inspired by a Rotary International conference that highlighted an organization that harvests seeds collected from plants that survived the 1945 bombing of Hiroshima.
Pili Power: Dimond’s Cayden Pili leads Lynx to 40-39 win over Linfield in California
Given how well the offenses moved the football Friday night, chances were good whoever held possession last was going to win the game. That was the Dimond Lynx. Quarterback Cayden Pili threw for a touchdown and go-ahead two-point conversion with 9 seconds left to lift the Lynx to a thrilling 40-39 road win over Linfield Christian in Temecula, California.
Labor Day Weekend Restaurant Open Hours
To make your dining experience a breeze this Labor Day weekend, our Visitor Services team has compiled a helpful list. We've contacted over 100 Fairbanks-area restaurants to confirm their openings for the holiday weekend. This list features restaurants that confirmed their hours with our team but it's always a good...
Vulcans surge late for 5-set win
HONOLULU (Aug. 30) – Senior outside hitters Katie Birtcil-Tipton and Bethany Tuchardt combined for 29 kills, but the Alaska Anchorage volleyball team could not hold off a late Hawaii-Hilo comeback Friday, falling 21-25, 21-25, 25-19, 25-22, 15-11 in the finale of the Alaska/Hawaii Challenge at the Shark Tank. The...
Hundreds gather for KIBSD convocation ahead of 24-25 school year
Hundreds of teachers, administrators, maintenance crews, and other support staff filled the Gerald C. Wilson auditorium on Aug. 29. They color coordinated their outfits by department and school. They’re all gathered for the Kodiak Island Borough School District’s convocation, which signals the end of a week of in-service days leading...
Soldotna pursues local line of credit for remaining field house costs
It’s been almost two years since Soldotna voters overwhelmingly supported construction of a community field house. The first round of bonds have been sold, and construction is well underway. Under a cloudy Friday sky, workers clad in neon safety vests chip away at the 42,000-square-foot Soldotna Field House. A...
Alaska fighting 'overtourism' with vote to limit cruise ships
Residents of Juneau, Alaska, are fighting "overtourism" by proposing a vote to limit cruise ships docking in the city, bringing criticism from local business owners. NBC News' Ellison Barber speaks with locals about these tourism concerns.
U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola visits Petersburg’s medical facilities; pledges support for hospital replacement project
Petersburg’s hospital is deteriorating and state funding for a replacement facility is just out of reach, so hospital administrators are turning to federal lawmakers for aid. On August 10, they showed U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola around the medical center in hopes of securing her support for the project. At...
An Alaska Landmine original film: “Somehow, This is Still Anchorage”
After decades of homelessness and public camping negatively impacting Anchorage residents and business owners, the problem has yet to be dealt with. This film explores how and why homelessness in Anchorage is worse, as well as how changing legal decisions have impacted the city’s response. In the summer of...
Cyrano’s ‘Meteor Shower’ promises surreal humor and thoughtful laughs | State of Art
Written by comedic legend and actor, Steve Martin, “Meteor Shower” is a unique comedy that follows two couples spending the evening together for a celestial event as the night takes an unexpected turn. Director Kalli Denali Randall said the script took her a bit to wrap her head around, but she realized that Martin’s comedy is as complex as it is hilarious. On this episode of State of Art we’re joined by Randall and Cyrano’s acting artistic director and production manager, Seth Eggleston.
This month hundreds of students returned to class across the peninsula
Students are back in class, adjusting to new routines and expectations. For some, it's a year of major milestones, like starting their final year of high school or moving up a grade. Others are excited to reconnect with friends and dive into new learning opportunities. The district avoided cutting staff...
Anchorage School District Features Art Faculty Exhibit Showcasing Diverse Talents
If you are looking to see some unique artwork created by teachers, there is a new exhibit at the Anchorage School District Education Center. Art teachers are showcasing their talents at the annual art faculty show currently on display. The artworks include everything from paintings to pottery, to photography. ASD...
The Dogs Den Podcast Episode Two August 28, 2024
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) -Check out the second episode of The Dogs Den presented by Newscenter Fairbanks. A show where Fairbanks Ice Dogs Head Coach Ryan Theros and Sports Anchor Alex Johnson sit down and talk about how fall camp is going, what it takes to have foreign players on the team, a fun new segment and other topics revolving around the Ice Dogs.
Kuskokwim 300 announces $15,000 increase to 2025 race purse
Race organizers for Bethel’s Kuskokwim 300 (K300) Sled Dog Race have announced a $15,000 increase to the 2025 race purse, or the total amount of prize money paid out to competitors. The move brings the total race purse to $200,000, which will be split between the top 25 competitors...
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