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Innovative Technology Helps Scientists Better Estimate Ages of Long-Lived Rockfish
Scientists demonstrate that an innovative technology to scan fish otoliths (ear stones) coupled with trained computer models can determine rockfish ages as well as humans, and even more quickly. This technology, Fourier-transform near-infrared spectroscopy, examines the unique vibrations of molecules in otoliths, especially the way they absorb near-infrared light, to...
U.S. Coast Guard renames Anchorage-based sector to reflect wider Alaska mission
The U.S. Coast Guard Alaska sector previously named for the state’s largest city now has a new name: Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic. While the sector remains located in Anchorage, with a headquarters at the Alaska National Guard Armory on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, the new name reflects the increasing responsibilities in Arctic and near-Arctic waters that are becoming more trafficked as sea ice diminishes, the Coast Guard said. Additionally, the sector serves Interior Alaska.
No charges against 3 Anchorage officers in fatal shooting of man who drew gun on them
The three Anchorage police officers who shot and killed a man they say drew a gun on them last month will not face criminal charges after body camera footage corroborated their accounts, according to the state. The state Office of Special Prosecutions released a letter Thursday clearing Sgt. Jesse Frey...
For Anchorage teens in search of summer work, odd jobs are a profitable niche
Mica Mckee grabbed cleaner and microfiber cloths from a large blue bucket of supplies and got to work detailing a car in Anchorage. She cleaned crumbs from the seat, wiped dust from the dashboard and wiped muddy footprints from the door. It was only 1 p.m. and it wasn’t even...
Third executive joins Anchorage Mayor LaFrance’s team from Berkowitz era
Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance announced Tuesday that she’s hired Ona Brause as her new budget director. It’s the new mayor’s third high-level executive who worked in the administration of former Mayor Ethan Berkowitz. As director of the Office of Management and Budget, Brause is chiefly responsible for...
Unalaska, Aleutians East Borough oppose Rep. Peltola’s proposed trawling limitations
Communities in the Aleutians are pushing back against proposed legislation that would bring stricter regulations to the Bering Sea trawl fishery. The City of Unalaska and the Aleutians East Borough are among 53 organizations that signed onto a letter sent to U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola, urging her to withdraw H.R. 8507, a bill she sponsored in May.
A new 300-acre park near Potter Marsh aims to preserve crucial wetlands
Ellen Kazary stood on the boardwalk at Anchorage’s Potter Marsh, peering down at the grassy wetlands below. “You can actually see the fish jumping out of the water right now, which is fabulous,” she said. “They’re teeny tiny. You’re just seeing a little white or silver flash.”
United Airlines flights make emergency landings in Ketchikan
A United Airlines flight bound for Fairbanks made an emergency landing in Ketchikan on Saturday — and was soon followed by another United plane. Flight 1850 left Denver at about 7:30 p.m. Saturday evening. United Airlines said that while in the air, a passenger experienced a medical issue. That’s when the plane was diverted to the Ketchikan International Airport.
The Brain Bus stops in Fairbanks
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - The Brain Bus pulled into Fairbanks on Wednesday with its traveling team of specialists. Their mission - to reach out to a hidden epidemic. “The purpose of the Brain Bus is to get services for people with brain injuries out into rural Alaska,” said Alaska Brain Injury Consortium Executive Director Adam Grove. “There are very little resources, very little awareness about brain injury so we envision the Brain Bus as a way to go to a community, bring experts, live in the bus, work in the bus, so that’s what we’ve been doing.”
Anchorage’s new administration officer cites staffing shortages as major challenge to city services
Alaska’s largest city is facing staffing shortfalls across many departments. That’s one of the key takeaways from a transition report put together by the outgoing administration of Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson, which turned over the keys to City Hall to Mayor Suzanne LaFrance at the beginning of July.
This weekend in Fairbanks: July 26-28
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - A fun filled weekend is ahead for the interior as The Tanana Valley State Fair kicks off Friday and will feature a performance from the Plain White T’s Friday at 7 p.m. More family fun will commence at Pioneer Park for Golden Heart Family Fun...
Sustainability Report: Seeking food stability through community gardening
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - For seven years, the Fairbanks Soil and Water Conservation District has been running a community garden program in the Golden Heart City. In addition to managing a community garden at Corinthian Baptist Church, the Conservation District helps organizations around Fairbanks to set up gardens of their own, including Zion Lutheran Church, the Bread Line, and the Fairbanks Community Food Bank.
IRS warns about ongoing tax-based identity fraud
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Identity theft and scams can take many forms, including when a scam artist uses your stolen personal information to file false tax returns. Their goal is to claim fraudulent refunds. As the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) points out, this form of identity theft may leave clues...
Rescued walrus calf ‘sassy’ and alert after seemingly being left by her herd in Alaska
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A walrus calf seemingly left behind by her herd near Alaska’s northernmost city is alert and “sassy” as she receives care at a nonprofit wildlife response center hundreds of miles away following her recent rescue, a center spokesperson said Thursday. Alaska SeaLife...
Bear Valley Golf Course brings back 3-club tournament and live music
Music echoed through Bear Valley on a breezy but overcast afternoon as golfers walked around the course between swings. It’s not just leisure though – they’re here for a three-club golf tournament. The July 20 competition was one of the first held on the island in years.
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