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‘She had to come from someplace, and it’s our place’: Homer mayor beams after Faulkner’s 2nd gold medal
HOMER, Alaska (KTUU) - It’s been a golden week for the city at the end of the road, as Homer-raised cyclist Kristen Faulkner secured an unprecedented second gold medal at her Olympic Games debut in Paris. On Sunday, Faulkner won a gold medal in road cycling, stunning the world.
More volunteers needed as Juneau flood clean-up continues
There were dozens of black garbage bags and stacks of cardboard boxes in Charity Coleman’s front yard on Gee Street on Thursday, along with a bunch of household items that she had pulled out to dry in the sun. “My folks have been in this house for nearly 40...
Fire in Shishmaref destroys family home
A family home in Shishmaref burned to the ground in a fire last week, July 30. Around 9 p.m. on July 30 a fire broke out at the Turner home, just hours after a family gathering. Once the fire was discovered, the family members were able to leave the home before the flames took over.
Mendenhall River emergency bank stabilization – how to make your property safe
Mendenhall River emergency bank stabilization – how to make your property safe. CBJ has authorized emergency bank stabilization on the Mendenhall River to address immediate threats to property and safety. Property owners may proceed with bank stabilization that is necessary to make their property safe. Making the property safe means action to protect property and structures from further damage from the flood. For example, property owners may immediately repair damage to existing bank stabilization, or place new bank stabilization.
New Owl Joins The American Bald Eagle Foundation
Since its formation in 1982, the American Bald Eagle Foundation in Haines has been a popular exhibit for locals and tourists alike. The Bald Eagle Foundation recently welcomed its newest addition, an owl from Las Vegas . Maia Edwards, the Scientific Director introduces her, “She is a “Siberian Eagle Owl”, and we got her from a breeder in Las Vegas and she’s about 10 weeks old.”
Fairbanks school district introduces new communication tool aimed at increasing parent evolvement
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District (FNSBSD) has launched a new and simplified communication tool to engage parents. According to a press release, the new platform is known as ParentSquare and is available for staff and parents to use on mobile devices and desktop. ParentSquare contains school news, events, and activities all in one application. Families will also be able to receive school alerts, fill out permission slips and forms, sign up for events, as well as check grades and attendance.
Spenard Bike Week Ignites Anchorage with Rides, Events, and Community Spirit
Spenard Bike Week is underway at the Anchorage House of Harley, bringing motorcyclists together for a week of events despite the rain. The celebration, which includes a movie night and a motorcycle giveaway, highlights community support and local partnerships while attracting visitors from near and far.
‘We kind of do it all’: Superintendent of Kenai Peninsula schools on unique
KENAI, Alaska (KTUU) - Raised in Eagle River, Alaska, Clayton Holland began his education career in 1995. And for the last few years, Holland has served as the superintendent of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. In a recent interview, Holland talked about his drive to improve the district after...
Mendenhall River flooding update: volunteers needed as clean-up continues
Mendenhall River flooding update: volunteers needed as clean-up continues. As Juneau wraps up the third day of clean-up following the August 6 Mendenhall River flooding, resources continue to pour in. Many throughout the community and the state have stepped up to help those in need. We are intensely grateful for the support from state agencies, the Coast Guard, the National Guard, nonprofits, local and regional businesses, and individual Juneauites who have lent a hand in ways big and small.
Early bird registration for youth indoor soccer opens August 12
Early bird registration for youth indoor soccer opens August 12. Early bird registration for Parks & Recreation’s youth indoor soccer (ages 5 to 14) opens Monday, August 12. Early bird registration runs through August 25 and costs $55 + tax. Starting August 26, registration costs increase to $65 + tax. Register online (look under “Youth & Teen”) starting August 12 at 8 a.m.
Fundraiser for Sitka accident victim sets goal of $100K
A GoFundMe campaign for a young man injured in a boating accident in Sitka last weekend (8-4-24) has raised almost $22,000. The young man – Harper – lost one leg below the knee when he fell overboard in Sealing Cove Sunday evening, and struck a moving boat propeller.
Bethel removes boil water notice for hauled customers; Housing subdivision still should boil water
The City of Bethel has removed its boil water notice for hauled water residents, after consulting with the state Department of Environmental Conservation. There is still a boil water notice in place for piped customers who get water from the Bethel Heights Water Treatment Plant, which supplies the Housing subdivision.
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