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Arizona-based scientist developing geologic map of Southeast Alaska
A geologist who has studied Southeast Alaska’s rocks and minerals for decades is creating a new geologic map of the region. That map could have a wide range of applications — from educating tourists, to helping prospectors find gold, to helping communities prepare for landslides. Arizona-based geologist George...
Alaska Airlines seat configuration updates preparing to take flight
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Alaska Airlines is planning to begin rolling out seating arrangement changes in more than 200 of its aircraft this September. The changes will augment premium and first-class seating in its mainline fleet, with the expansion increasing annual premium seats by 1.3 million, according to a July 17 press release.
Department of Fish and Game concerned homeless camps are attracting bears
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Wildlife Biologist Cory Stantorf said human bear encounters are not up in the Anchorage area this summer, but they are seeing more bears in less expected places — which Stantorf said are attracted by homeless camps. “We see a lot of encounters in spots and...
Juneau residents call for more accountability as investigation into deadly police shooting continues
Nearly a dozen residents testified in front of the Juneau Assembly Monday night calling for more accountability from local law enforcement in the wake of a deadly shooting earlier this month. Many testifiers, like Bonilyn Parker, asked the Assembly and Juneau Police Department for more transparency about what occurred when...
New Air Traffic Control Tower in Anchorage Will Be Tallest Building in Alaska
The FAA is planning to replace the aging air traffic control tower at Ted Stevens International Airport with a new, taller one, set to become the tallest building in Alaska. Construction is expected to begin in summer 2025 to address increased space and operational needs.
One transported to hospital after crash on newly-opened road
One man was transported to the hospital after a car crash on a newly-opened section of road in Sitka Sunday night. At about 10:45 p.m., dispatchers received a call of a single-vehicle crash on a stretch of Katlian Bay Road. The winding gravel road opened in early July, extending Halibut Point Road two miles along a cliffside.
Plans to build Juneau’s fifth cruise ship dock can move forward after appeal attempt fails
Plans to construct a fifth cruise ship dock in downtown Juneau crossed a major hurdle Monday night. That’s when the Juneau Assembly sided with a state ruling that the project could legally move forward, despite health and safety concerns brought forth by a local activist. But, Assembly member Christine...
APD says 90 arrested, 3.9 pounds of fentanyl seized last week
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Ninety people were arrested as part of a crime suppression effort undertaken last week by the Anchorage Police Department, according to city leaders. Besides close to 100 arrests, police also served dozens of felony and misdemeanor warrants and charged over 60 people with crimes, according to...
Palmer runner Meg Inokuma named Alaska Athlete of the Week after record-setting performance at Res 100
Meg Inokuma set a new women’s record at the Resurrection Pass 100-miler in 20 hours, 52 minutes, earning Alaska Athlete of the Week honors. Inokuma, 44, won the race outright – finishing more than 4 hours ahead of the men’s winner – and knocked 59 minutes off of Laura McDonough’s women’s record from 2011.
Regional Airline says Flight Cancelations will Decrease
One unpleasant aspect of winter living in the northern Lynn Canal is: transportation. Sometimes the ferry isn’t running. As we try to catch our flight in Juneau, we watch the sky expectantly, hoping the cloud cover will lift and allow small planes to get us out of town. This can last for days.
A Lively July for 4H-ers & Farmer’s Market
As part of our summer programming, the Alaska Way of Life 4-H Project partnered with Sitka Native Education Program (SNEP) to provide thirty youth with five days of harvesting and processing as part of Harvest Camp. Intertwining Lingít values and practices with hands-on activities, we met 10am to 4pm each day to learn, laugh, play, harvest, and process.
Peddle/Paddle Battle participants raise over $17,000 for medical center education programs
Dozens of bikers and kayakers — and one paddleboarder — spent the better part of their Saturday morning pedaling and paddling along several miles of Petersburg’s shoreline through the summer drizzle. But it was all for a good cause: to help raise money for Petersburg Medical Center’s continuing education program.
Experienced Fliers Are Suddenly Terrified on Planes
Forty-five minutes into a United Airlines flight out of Anchorage, Alaska, Kristin Gowers received the in-flight announcement no passenger wants to hear: According to the pilot, the plane had a mechanical issue, and they would be turning back and making an emergency landing— and the descent was going to feel fast.
Eaglecrest board to interview candidates for general manager this week
Juneau’s Eaglecrest Ski Area has some big plans underway, and they’re looking for a new leader to help bring them across the finish line. On Friday, the Eaglecrest Board of Directors will hold a public meeting at City Hall to interview two finalists for general manager. And on Saturday, skiers will get a chance to chat with the candidates at a meet and greet at the Eaglecrest Lodge.
Lingít Word of the Week: G̱aat — sockeye salmon
This is Lingít Word of the Week. Each week, we feature a Lingít word voiced by master speakers. Lingít has been spoken throughout present-day Southeast Alaska and parts of Canada for over ten thousand years. Gunalchéesh to X̱’unei Lance Twitchell, Goldbelt Heritage Foundation and the University of...
City of Homer sets aside $900,000 for future rec center
The city council unanimously approved an ordinance that moved $900,000 from a gas line fund to an account to build a Multi-Use Community Recreation Center at its July 22 meeting last week. That’s in addition to another $400,000 councilmembers set aside in adjustments to the city’s capital budget last month....
Traumatic Brain Injuries can be the hidden cause of a myriad of issues
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - The brain is a delicate instrument and physical impact can easily cause injury, with possible side effects ranging from vision problems to loss of memory and erratic behavior. Though the effects of a Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, can be life-changing, they do not have to be permanent.
Federal agency, reversing prior rulings, greenlights Eklutna tribal gaming hall
The National Indian Gaming Commission has approved plans for a casino-style tribal gaming hall proposed by the Native Village of Eklutna for a site near Anchorage. The decision, published this month by the commission, follows an Interior Department decision in February that reinterpreted the legal status of Alaska Native trust land, reversing decades of precedent. […]
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