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Anchorage Police connect with community during ‘Coffee with a Cop’ event
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - One of Anchorage Police Chief Designee Sean Case’s priorities is building more trust within the community. One of the ways the public can better get to know the police department is through its “coffee with a cop” event. Anchorage police caught up with...
Costco shoppers say they will ‘no longer spend a penny’ after ‘absolutely disgusting’ interaction causes scene in store
A COSTCO shopper is venting about an incident at their local warehouse. After a bad experience with an employee, the shopper said they’re leaving the company behind. The shopper, a parent in Anchorage, Alaska, said their daughter came to the store with an emotional support animal. Someone working for...
Juneau Afternoon: Scherrie & Lynda Former Ladies of the Supremes plus P.E.O. Chapter G and AK Experience Camp
2024 AK Experience Camp: Aaniyaadu.oow “Perspectives of The Land”. Bostin Christopher hosts the conversation. Juneau Afternoon airs at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast at ktoo.org/juneauafternoon. Subscribe to the podcast:. Juneau Afternoon is a production of...
Events focus on building Sitka’s energy future
The Sitka Community Renewable Energy Strategy is hosting public outreach events this week to engage community members in a vision for Sitka’s energy future. Haleigh Reed and Bri Gabel joined KCAW’s Brooke Schafer to talk about upcoming events and how Sitkans can get involved. Listen to the full interview here:
Two members of a Washington family sentenced for selling fake Alaska Native art in Ketchikan
46-year-old Glenda Rodrigo and 24-year-old Christian Rodrigo pled guilty last month to violating the federal Indian Arts and Crafts Act. They were part of a scheme to pass off fake stone carvings and wood totem poles as traditional art made by local Tlingít and Haida artisans. Cristobal Rodrigo, Glenda’s...
Airport project on budget and ahead of schedule, says airport manager
Sitka’s airport improvement project is slightly ahead of schedule and on budget. That’s according to airport terminal manager Joseph Bea, who shared an update on the project with the Sitka Assembly on July 9. Bea said they’ve spent around $4 million so far, around one third of the money needed to complete the first phase of the project. That includes the purchase of Sitka’s only escalator.
Blue Bell debuts new limited-time flavor, Cookies ‘n Cream Cheesecake
(Gray News) – Blue Bell is bringing a new ice cream flavor to store shelves this summer: Cookies ‘n Cream Cheesecake. In a news release, Blue Bell said the new flavor combines “a rich, cheesecake ice cream blended with chocolate cookie-crusted cheesecake pieces and chocolate crème-filled cookies.”
Two months after announcing purchasing arrangements, Contango completes acquisition of HighGold
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Fairbanks-based mining company Contango ORE announced Wednesday that it has completed the acquisition of HighGold Mining. The deal, reportedly costing Contango about $37 million, gives the Fairbanks company control of the 21,000-acre Johnson Tract southwest of Anchorage. That tract contains the JT Deposit, HighGold’s “flagship” asset, which has gold, zinc, copper and silver deposits.
Effort to recall Juneau’s school board president, vice president secures spot on local ballot
Voters will be asked this fall whether Juneau’s School Board President Deedie Sorenson and Vice President Emil Mackey should stay in their seats on the board or get ousted from them. On Thursday, Juneau’s clerk’s office announced that a local effort to recall the pair had gathered enough signatures...
New East Anchorage mountain bike trails open after 2 dads advocated for them for years
After two decades of dreaming about it, 122 hours of volunteer labor and thousands of shovels full of dirt, new mountain bike trails opened at Anchorage’s Russian Jack Springs Park on Tuesday. The singletrack trails were dreamed up by two dads in the neighborhood who wanted a spot nearby...
Assembly rejects proposal to vote on future of tobacco tax fund
Nearly two decades ago (2005) Sitka voters approved a tax on cigarettes and tobacco products to fund Sitka Community Hospital. The Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium purchased the city-owned hospital in 2019, but the hospital fund still exists today. At the Sitka Assembly meeting on July 9, Finance director Melissa Haley said that money is still covering some outstanding retirement liabilities from the hospital, leaving the fund in the red every year, but she expects that will soon change.
Optimism and energy surround Anchorage Mayor LaFrance’s first days in office
On Tuesday night, the Loussac Library’s Wilda Marston Theater was standing room only for an open house with Mayor Suzanne LaFrance and her transition team. The space was buzzing with excitement around a new mayor and the possibilities her new administration may bring, especially after three years under former right-wing Mayor Dave Bronson.
Nanooks Hockey Night at the Goldpanners Set for July 12
FAIRBANKS, Alaska – The Alaska Nanooks hockey team will be present at the Alaska Goldpanners game on Friday, July 12 at Growden Memorial Park. Hockey Night with the Panners will be followed by first pitch at 7:00 p.m. as the Panners take on the Sawtooth Sockeyes. Prior to the game, fans will be able to receive 2024-25 Nanooks hockey schedule posters and other hockey items on a first-come, first-serve basis. Be sure to look for the giveaway station when you enter the ballpark and grab a poster. Additionally, fans can win various raffle prizes, including a signed Colton Parayko jersey,...
Delta softball girls compete in first-ever IGSA Golden Heart Invitational tournament
The Delta Girls Softball Association faced off teams from Fairbanks, Wasilla, and Anchorage at the Golden Heart Invitational Tournament held in Fairbanks June 28-29. The Invitational event was hosted by the Interior Girls Softball Association (IGSA) and included teams 14U, 12U, and 10U. The first-ever annual tournament, played at the...
Hutli Pole welcomed at Sandy Beach Park
Members of Petersburg’s tribe unveiled a brand new, 14-foot totem pole at a popular recreation area on July 5. It’s called the Hutli Pole, and it’s part of a larger project to bring awareness to the people who have lived on Mitkof Island since time immemorial. The...
Kenai Conversation: Dipnetting opens in Kenai
On this week’s Kenai Conversation, we’re joined by Kenai City Manager Terry Eubank and Kenai Parks and Recreation Director Tyler Best to talk about Kenai’s Personal Use Fishery. They share some history about the fishery, what to expect this month on city beaches and a look ahead at what’s in store for the fishery in the coming years.
Soaking rains build into Southcentral through the weekend
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Despite the trend of wetter conditions for much of the state, Anchorage has remained on the drier side. While many areas across Southcentral have already received over half an inch of rain this month, Alaska’s largest city has only managed to see 0.03″. However, that is all set to change as widespread rain is set to build into Southcentral through the weekend.
Face to Face with Convicted Killer Brian Smith Ahead of Sentencing
Court TV speaks to David Scott, an investigative journalist who did an exclusive jailhouse interview with Brian Smith, a South African native who was convicted of torturing and killing two women in Alaska. (7/12/24) Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
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