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The Anchorage School District welcomed pre-K and kindergarten students back to school, with a warm reception at Willard L. Bowman Elementary. Principal Lena Brower emphasized the importance of early education, noting that strong pre-K programs lay the foundation for future success. Anchorage School District Welcomes Back Pre-K & Kindergartners with...

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...

Bryan Nicolai, 23 Attempted 1st Degree Assault x 4, 3rd Degree Assault 7 Yrs., 4 Mos. ,10 Yrs. Prob. Aaron Moses Alexie, 26 Driving Under the Influence $1500, 3 Days, 1 Yr. Prob.

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...

A ballot measure headed before Mat-Su voters in November seeks funding to fix nearly a dozen roads across the region.

The Annual Lost Lake Run is an iconic Alaska mountain race traversing the Lost Lake trail in the Kenai Mountains north of Seward. Started in 1992 to raise awareness of Cystic Fibrosis by Marsha Vincent, the original race had 55 participants and has grown to over 700 participants and many volunteers. The registration for the event fills in minutes. The event has raised over $2 million dollars for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, contributing to research that resulted in life saving medications. Host Paul Twardock interviews race director Pat Simpson and board member Sabrina Walker. They discuss their connections to the race, Cystic Fibrosis and the challenges and rewards of organizing a mountain running race on public lands.

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.

A 200-foot piece of dirt road that was punched into Katmai National Park and Preserve 10 years ago has been removed so the site can be revert to its natural state, protecting archaeological features there. The small bit of road near Lake Brooks was built by mistake, without proper consultation...

Alaska’s embattled economic development agency has signed new contracts with seven law firms — reflecting what its leader says is a desire to handle its legal issues more quickly, and independently from the executive branch. The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority, or AIDEA, is pushing an array...

Relative calm for Western Alaska after triple storm threat could be short-lived. 5 candidates register to compete for 4 seats on Bethel City Council. and state wildlife biologists search for wolf that attacked two people on Dalton Highway.

PORTLAND, ORE. – The University of Alaska Anchorage men were picked third and the women fifth in the GNAC Cross Country Preseason Poll Thursday. The men's team returns four runners from last year's squad that finished second at the GNAC Championships and finished 32nd at the NCAA National Championships. The men's team will have 13 freshman and one transfer.

Carol and Jack Kufner — married 65 years — pose with their little 14 year old doggie Micko in front of their large hibiscus. This is the eighth year for the hibiscus going strong in their yard in Palmer. They hope everyone had a “blooming” good summer! (Submitted Photo).

At its recent mid-June retreat, the Anchorage School Board worked hard to set low goals for teaching students how to read and do math. Watch the retreat session and listen to the discussion on YouTube:. It is encouraging that the school board has set achievement goals for its staff and...

American Seafoods Group relaunched its grant program last week, now known as the American Seafoods Community Partnership Program. American Seafoods is the largest at-sea processor of wild Alaska pollock and hake in the U.S. and is based in Seattle, Washington. The program provides donations to organizations and groups in Western Alaska to fund community projects that address food security and other needs and will provide almost double the amount in grant funding under the new name. Under the program’s original name (Western Alaska Community Grant Program), American Seafoods stated, “Our goal is to provide assistance and financial support to organizations that are making a real difference in the communities where we operate.” According to sources, the rebranded initiative demonstrates American Seafoods’ long-standing commitment to supporting Western Alaska communities. As part of the launch, the company is increasing its donation total from $90,000 per year to $150,000 per year, with $75,000 total to be awarded every six months. The program has existed since 1997 and has granted over $2 million to organizations and programs in the state. The company’s CEO, Einar Gustafsson, stated that the program began in the 90s out of a desire to help Alaskan communities. “American Seafoods depends on our Alaskan communities and our Alaskan crew members, and this new name change, revamped focus, and the increased monetary contribution further highlights our commitment to partnering with and giving back to Western Alaska. Over the years, American Seafoods’ contributions have made a significant impact, and we look forward to continuing as we sustainably harvest wild Alaska pollock.” Past program beneficiaries include the Bristol Bay Native Association Food Bank and Kodiak, Alaska’s Brother Francis Shelter. The company will accept applications through September 16, 2024; most awards will range from $1000 to $7500 each. Applications will be accepted for the following regions: Kodiak Island, Aleutian and Pribilof Islands/Western Alaska Peninsula, Bristol Bay, Lower Kuskokwim, Lower Yukon, Norton Sound, and communities north.

Primary results show Rep. Mary Peltola and newcomer Nellie Jimmie at the front of the pack for federal and state seats. Scientists highlight human-caused climate change link to snow crab crash. and Northwest Alaska community of Kobuk grapples with sustained flooding.

When I arrive at the lab, I take some herring (food for the starfish) out of the freezer to defrost. I’ll also check the pH and temperature of the sea star tanks. I take these measurements three times a week to make sure they are exposed to the correct conditions for our experiment. Today, I’ll be in the lab for most of the day, but when I’m not checking on the sea stars, I have other tasks to complete:

UPDATE: The suspect wanted in connection the fatal shooting was involved in a shoot-out with police Friday night in the 200 block of North Post Road. According to Anchorage Police Chief Sean Case, officers saw a gun in the suspect's hand, and the suspect fired at them first. An officer...

Right now, the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles issues license plates with more than 40 distinct designs. There are plates with the National Rifle Association’s logo, pink ribbons for breast cancer awareness, various military insignias and the Freemasons’ compass and square. There’s even one specifically for the remaining survivors of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor.