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Alaska Future Farmers of America experiences record growth
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Future Farmers of America reached more than 1 million members last year, with Alaska memberships increasing nearly 75% since 2022, staff said. As the Alaska State Fair ramps up this week, four Alaskan FFA members in leadership had their hands full working through their itinerary. FFA...
Man shot and killed in Anchorage's Mountain View neighborhood
Police officers were repsonding to North Bliss Street and Mountain View Drive at 3:13 Saturday morning when APD said they found a man in the 400 block of North Bliss Street with a gunshot wound to his upper body.
What is Project Anchorage and could a sales tax improve the city? | Hometown, Alaska
A group of business leaders in Anchorage is proposing a sales tax that would fund new community projects and relieve some property tax burdens. But how does this proposal actually work? Why a sales tax, and why now? We took listener calls to discuss Project Anchorage with Anchorage Economic Development Corporation President and CEO, Jenna Wright, and journalist Larry Persily.
Alaskan belugas face threat from dwindling food supply, pollution
Beluga whales are known as the "canaries of the sea" for their melodious songs but conservation groups are concerned one pod in Alaska could be rendered silent. Belugas have lived in the Cook Inlet near Anchorage for centuries but because of a deteriorating environment, they are now on the federal Endangered Species list.
Five Engineers Promoted at RSA
Promotions at RSA Engineering augment the mechanical and electrical consulting team in Anchorage, serving clients throughout Alaska, the Lower 48, and Antarctica. Jeremy Maxie is promoted to Principal Electrical Engineer. Maxie, who has been with RSA for fourteen years, now provides principal-level oversight and leadership while managing his own projects. Known for his exceptional client dedication and mentoring skills, Maxie specializes in special system designs including security, door access, video/camera, and fire alarms. Maxie is a licensed professional engineer and lighting certified, and he holds a certification from Registered Communications Distribution Designers. He is a past president of the Illuminating Engineering Society Anchorage Chapter and a current board member of the A4LE Alaska Chapter.
HOMETOWN HERO: Wasilla School Resource Officers
A shout-out to all of the school resource officers out there who are also heading back to school to keep young Alaskans safe. Among them: Officers Petersons, Opala and Gehrke all of the Wasilla Police Department. Have a Hometown Hero in your life who deserves to be recognized? Email their...
Lingít Word of the Week: S’áxt’ – devil’s club
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 10,000 years. Gunalchéesh to X̱’unei Lance Twitchell, Goldbelt Heritage Foundation and the University of Alaska...
UAA partners with Influxer merchandise
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA – University of Alaska Anchorage gear with the name and number of your favorite Seawolf is now available thanks to a partnership between the UAA athletic department and Influxer. The partnership gives UAA student-athletes the opportunity to monetize their name, image and likeness (NIL) with high-quality, personalized...
Midday Report: August 19, 2024
On this week's Midday Report with host Terry Haines: Some of the hottest temperatures of the summer were recorded yesterday in the Eastern Interior. More than 100 Anchorage community members gathered on Friday for a vigil to remember a teenager who was shot and killed by Anchorage police. And Anchorage has a cash flow problem.
Wolverines forward Hovsepyan makes NCAA DIII Commitment
The Anchorage Wolverines of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) are proud to announce that forward Arvega Hovsepyan has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey for Salve Regina University in the NEHC. Hovsepyan, 21, played his final season of junior hockey with the Anchorage Wolverines, appearing in 30 games,...
West Anchorage blanks Colony in season-opening statement
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - It took all but about 30 seconds of West Anchorage’s season opener against Colony to prove why the Eagles are the defending state champions and the team to beat in Alaska. On the Eagles’ opening drive, senior running back Zephaniah Sailele took a handoff and...
The man building turning jet planes into cool houses
(CNN) — Wasilla, south central Alaska. Home to bears, lakes, mountains and a flight school that’s fast becoming a private aviation wonderland. At FLY8MA Pilot Lodge, you can opt for a scenic flight tour with glacier views, take the controls for a flying lesson, or go all in and get your pilot training.
Progressives Look Stronger in Primary
Democrats and moderate Republicans posted unexpectedly strong results in Alaska’s primary election results for state House and Senate on Tuesday night, with several incumbent conservative Republicans trailing in the early tally. Alaska’s primary elections have traditionally seen conservative Republicans turn out in disproportionately large numbers, but this year’s results...
Alaskans cast their votes in this year's primary election
Alaska Primary election day started with supporters waving political signs along Northern Lights Boulevard in Anchorage. "This election is going to be decided by Alaskans. People are showing up to the polls and they're letting folks know, look, this is how I feel," said Nick Begich, whose running for U.S. Representative.
KNBA NEWS: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
· The Office of Special Prosecutions says the police shooting of an Anchorage woman killed after a lengthy stand-off was justifiable. · The dust has begun to settle after yesterday’s Primary election. A look at how the U.S. House Race is shaping up. · A rare wolf...
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