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Tanana River Floods Threaten Fairbanks with Rising Waters
Ben Bartos, a National Weather Service meteorologist, predicts the Tanana River will swell to near flood levels due to persistent summer showers. He expects the river to barely reach the action stage by Sunday evening. The Chena River’s brief surge to the action stage last week may foreshadow a similar...
Midday Report - August 9, 2024
On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines: A Texas company is working to develop develop a floating liquefied natural gas import terminal in Cook Inlet. The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy has been forced to cancel an Arctic mission due to mechanical issues. And heavy rain has produced flooding in Anchorage.
AROUND ALASKA: Trail Maintenance, Free Skate, and Craft Kits
The U.S. Coast Guard team at Air Station Sitka has been helping maintain trails in the community. Sitka Trail Works shared photos on Facebook thanking the team that transported tons of gravel and lumber along the Kaasda Heen Trail this week. The group says this generous contribution of flight time is instrumental in trail maintenance efforts.
Primary Election Day in Alaska is August 20: Make Your Voice Heard Now
Primary election day in Alaska is coming up on August 20. But if you'd like, you can make your voice heard now. Early voting opened Monday at polling spots all over our state, including at the Region II Elections Office in Anchorage. Important: If you want an absentee ballot mailed...
$83 million loan program for Alaska tribal and small businesses approved by U.S. Dept. of Treasury
Up to $83 million in federal funds have been approved for small business loans to be offered through a consortium of Alaska tribes. Announced on Tuesday, the funds are part of the U.S. Treasury’s broader effort to support tribal economies, with up to $415 million being funneled into developing the economies of 220 tribes, according […]
Dimond Center giving away 250 backpacks of school supplies
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The Dimond Center in Anchorage is hosting a backpack and school supply giveaway on Saturday to ease the burden for families in need of supplies. The Back to School Bash starts at noon with the backpack giveaway slated for 12:30 p.m. at the information desk. Event...
Boater discovers body in Kuskokwim River near Akiak
Alaska State Troopers say a man’s body has been recovered from the Kuskokwim River just downstream of Akiak. Troopers said that they were notified that a boater had found a body on the morning of Aug. 8. They have not said whether the man is one of two missing boaters that search and rescue crews have been searching for since a boat capsized in the area on the evening of July 27.
Anchorage Braces for Strong Weekend Winds, Power Outage Risks
Anchorage, AK – Anchorage and Palmer are on alert as a powerful low-pressure system is expected to bring strong winds to the region this weekend. The U.S. National Weather Service in Anchorage has warned of gusts reaching up to 55 mph, particularly around the Anchorage Hillside and Turnagain Arm areas.
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