Hope
LATEST NEWS
Whitewater paddling and bluegrass music converge in Hope
Clad in drysuits and helmets, nearly 100 people riding on inflatable flamingos, unicorns, moose and more brave the rapids of the Sixmile Creek’s first canyon near Hope on Saturday. Folks cling to their pool floaties, but many are separated after passing over some of the strongest rapids in the state. The race is the third of the day and follows a whitewater kayak and packraft competition that concluded just minutes before.
AROUND ALASKA: Wildfire Update, Bear Warning, and Rescued Walrus!
We have an update on our wildfires so far this year from the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection. So far, Alaska has seen more than 350 fires in 2024 with more than 630,000 acres burned statewide. Firefighters are still battling three fires including the Sinnott, Te'eedriinjik, and Riley Fires.
Southeast And Southcentral Alaska Awarded $38M To Launch Heat Pump Rebate Program
Southeast Conference and the Juneau-based nonprofit Alaska Heat Smart have received a $38.6 million federal grant to help homeowners in Southeast and Southcentral coastal Alaska buy electric heat pumps to replace traditional fossil-fuel based heating systems. AK Heat Smart has already helped to get heat pumps in 1,000 households across...
Biden administration rejects top Inslee choice for Alaska fish commission, reappoints trawl ally
This story has been updated with additional information and to reflect the formal announcement of the North Pacific Fishery Management Council appointments. The Biden administration has rejected a nominee for a key Alaska fisheries management post who could have tipped decisions toward the interests of tribes and conservation groups and away from the priorities of the […]
Alaska’s Tribal Health Organizations Are Essential, and Powerful
In May of 2019, Yvonne Ito sued her former employer, Copper River Native Association, for wrongful termination after she was fired from her job overseeing a program helping senior citizens. Copper River is a nonprofit tribal health provider and the primary healthcare organization for Native and non-Native communities alike in...
Trucking Association Taps FedEx Manager for Executive Director
A new hand is at the wheel of the trade group for the statewide trucking industry. The Alaska Trucking Association (ATA) named Jamie Benson as its new Executive Director. Benson has been associated with the ATA for more than a decade and served as president from 2019 to 2020. Benson was actively involved with the Safety Management Council, Truck Driving Championship committee, and the Annual Board meeting committee.
Prospector's Society still mining for adventure
The dictionary defines a prospector as one who searches or explores. Members of the Alaskan Prospector's Society (APS) are continually prospecting for fun and knowledge about the great state of Alaska. The celebrates its 80th birthday this August. According to the organization's website, APS organized in June of 1944 at...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.