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JBER’s Fisher House receives piece of art with a purpose
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska (KTUU) - Nearly 5,000 drywall screws — carefully painted and intentionally spaced across a canvas — make up an image of an American flag, waving in front of a sky bursting with green and purple streaks of the northern lights. Editor’s note: The 988...
Hoka Hey Challenge brings motorcyclists across the country to Homer
Motorcyclists are heading down Main Street in Homer over the next few days, marking the end of the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge, a fundraiser and a nearly 10,000-mile endurance challenge stretching from Florida to Alaska. KBBI’s Simon Lopez spoke with the participants on August 15 as they reflected on the journey through a hurricane and intense heat to reach Alaska.
Alaska’s embattled economic development agency signs contracts with seven law firms
Alaska’s embattled economic development agency has signed new contracts with seven law firms — reflecting what its leader says is a desire to handle its legal issues more quickly, and independently from the executive branch. The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority, or AIDEA, is pushing an array of controversial projects across the state, from […]
Peltola, 2 Republicans advance in Alaska House race
Alaska Rep. Mary Sattler Peltola (D) advanced from Tuesday’s primary to the November general election, as expected, for what will be a hotly contested House race this fall, Decision Desk HQ has projected. Republicans Nick Begich and Nancy Dahlstrom were also projected to advance. Peltola is seeking a second full term representing Alaska’s at-large district […]
Alaska Municipal League says workforce retention is a challenge across communities
Local governments across the state are dealing with a lack of housing, childcare shortages, and a sharp decline in workforce retention. Those were some of the top issues highlighted at the Alaska Municipal League's (AML) summer legislative conference in Kodiak from Aug. 13-15. Nils Andreassen is the executive director of...
Psychedelic experts will discuss therapeutic potential at Anchorage conference
Alaskans have limited access to medicinal and recreational psychedelics, but an upcoming conference, called Arctic Visions, will address ethical, cultural and logistical approaches to psychedelic practices. Organizers say the aim is to shift public perception and reduce stigma surrounding the use of psychedelics for therapy and personal growth. Regina Randall...
Meet Petersburg’s new fourth grade teacher, Alice Williams
School starts next Tuesday for most students in Petersburg. A few new teachers are joining the Petersburg School District this year. KFSK will be airing conversations with them this week. Life-long Petersburg resident, Alice Williams, will be a new fourth grade teacher this year. She got her bachelor’s degree this...
Highway Snack Attack: When a Wolf Takes a Bite Out of Your Road Trip….
According to a press release by Alaska’s Department of Public Safety, just a few days ago, two motorists on the Dalton Highway in Alaska had a wild encounter when a wolf decided to nibble (okay, more than a nibble) on their legs while they were waiting in a construction zone! The wolf took off after another driver tried to scare it away with a shot (but missed).
Bait Restriction And Reduced Bag Limits For Coho Announced For Kenai Peninsula
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game will implement a bag limit reduction for Coho Salmon on the Kenai Peninsula this weekend. As of 11:59 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, until 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, Coho salmon bag and possession limits for salmon 16” or greater in length fishing for the flowing fresh waters of the Kenai Peninsula (excluding the Kenai River) will be reduced from two to one fish. The use of bait will be prohibited, and gear will be restricted to single-hook, artificial lures.
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