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Bomb threat at Alaska State Fairgrounds
Earlier today, as people were attending different events at the Alaska State Fairgrounds in Palmer, Palmer Police received information regarding a possible bomb threat at an event at the Alaska State Fairgrounds. In an online post, Palmer Police Department (PPD) reported that officers immediately responded to the Alaska State Fairgrounds,...
Anchorage Seniors Ensure Safe Driving with CarFit Program
Older drivers in Anchorage came out to check that their cars had the safest fit. The Center for Safe Alaskans held a free CarFit program here at the Anchorage Senior Activity Center. Seniors could get their mirrors and seats adjusted, lights checked and more to make sure they're comfortable and...
Alaska officials say they’re working to speed up investigations of police shootings
State officials say they’re working to improve the speed of their investigations into police shootings — as public pressure mounts for the release of body camera footage of the incidents. So far this year, officers have shot nine people during responses, killing six of them. Five of those...
A bit of sun and warmer temperatures for the weekend
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - High pressure is building in to Alaska over the next few days so much of the state will see some sunshine and warmer temperatures. Southcentral Alaska will see mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the 70s starting Friday. By Saturday and Sunday, Talkeetna will likely see temperatures near 78 degrees.
Anchorage assembly adopts five-year strategic homeless plan
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The Anchorage Assembly adopted the Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness’ five-year plan, Anchored Home, which supporter say will use a combination of data and funding sources to address helping the municipality’s estimated 3,000 homeless population through 2028. The plan, in part, seeks to establish...
Learn about research conducted at Matanuska Experiment Farm
Learn about the agricultural research conducted at the Matanuska Experiment Farm during the 2024 Palmer Research Field Day on Thursday, Aug. 1. The event is free and geared toward farmers, community leaders and the general public. Researchers will discuss grain and oilseed varietal trials, cover crops, soil health, invasive species management, herbicide use, hazelnut trials, peony fertilization and biochar as a soil amendment. Visitors can also go on guided tours of the Community and Healing Garden.
APD secures long overdue patrol fleet replacement with new Dodge Durangos
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - With the help of a $2 million grant secured by Sen. Lisa Murkowski, along with additional funds from the Anchorage Municipality, the Anchorage Police Department has finalized the purchase of 48 new 2024 Dodge Durango patrol vehicles. Through three separate orders — the first in 2022...
From bootlegging and prostitution to MTB trails for kids: The unlikely story behind Alaska’s newest trail system
Russian Jack Springs Park is embedded in the northeastern corner of the city of Anchorage, Alaska. The city’s east side is considered “a rougher part of town” and “has had a notorious reputation,” according to Carl Battreall, Project Manager for Alaska Trails. Some of that notorious reputation is due to Russian Jack himself.
Alaska Made: Revel Treks and Tours | Outdoor Explorer
Alaskan’s adventurous nature can lead down many paths. For some, starting their own business in the outdoors is one. The risks and rewards of traveling through the mountains, rivers, and oceans are similar to being an entrepreneur: exploring new terrain with uncertain outcomes and potentially high benefits. This Outdoor Explorer is part of an informal series featuring Alaskans that started their own business. This episode features Kierre Childers with Revel Treks and Tours based in Palmer, Alaska. Kierre shares her story of becoming a small business owner leading hiking and backpacking trips in Southcentral Alaska.
Anchorage Assembly Votes 10-0 to Appoint Sean Case as New Police Chief
Anchorage now officially has a new police chief. With a vote of 10 to 0 at their most recent meeting members of the Anchorage Assembly approved the appointment of Sean Case as the new Anchorage Police chief. "I will faithfully perform the duties of Anchorage Police Chief to the best...
Brian Smith sentenced to 226 years for murders
Today (July 12, 2024) Superior Court Judge Kevin Saxby sentenced Brian Steven Smith, 53, to 226 years in prison for the murders of Kathleen Jo Henry and Veronica Abouchuk. Smith was convicted in February of 14 counts including two counts of Murder in the First Degree. A jury also found him guilty of Sexual Assault in the Second Degree, Tampering with Physical Evidence and Misconduct Involving a Corpse.
Penguins prospect Mac Swanson thinks he has a mighty strong chance at reaching the NHL
Jul. 18—Growing up in Anchorage, Alaska, Pittsburgh Penguins forward prospect Mac Swanson didn't have many homegrown NHLers to idolize. But he probably had the best one to look up to. His dad. Brian Swanson toiled for 14 years in the professional ranks as a forward, including parts of four campaigns in the early 2000s with the Edmonton Oilers and Atlanta Thrashers. "Pretty much. I grew up ...
Slow Brew: How a Local Product Lands on National Shelves
Jessie Janes has produced a variety of flavors and types of canned kombucha; the ongoing challenge is how to get the product in front of interested consumers. Jane has a new dress, and she’s dancing on new floors. Joyful Jane is a flavor of fermented tea brewed in Anchorage by Zip Kombucha. Her sister, Plain Jane, was the company’s flagship flavor: yummy, yeasty, and vinegary. The joyful variety emphasizes a hint of passionfruit, and the 16 ounce can wears a rainbow-striped label instead of a plain gray design. The better to catch eyes in busy supermarket aisles.
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