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Plan safety measures around fireworks celebrations
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - The Fourth of July may be right around the corner - but before you rush out and stock up on roman candles, saturn missiles and sparklers, there are a few safety items you should keep in mind. This July, due to the hot, dry weather and...
Fairbanks Seeking Design Professional Services For Improvement Projects
MILFORD CENTER – The Fairbanks Local School District Board of Education is accepting qualifications from design professionals to provide services for its District Improvements Project, which is a portion of Phase II of its Master Plan and is anticipated to include, but is not limited to, improvements to and renovations of the District’s existing buildings and athletic facilities as well as site work and the construction of a new softball field.
Denali and Fairbanks-area fires disrupt tourists and communities in Alaska
A wildfire has forced the closure of one of Alaska’s top tourist destinations and a set of fires have poured smoke into the state’s second-largest city. The Riley Fire burning around the main entrance of Denali National Park and Preserve, which broke out over the weekend and was measured at 388 acres as of Tuesday, prompted the National Park Service to shut down visitor access there and evacuate about 150 employees.
Siam Noodles and Food expands to Kenai
When the owner of Kenai’s Thai Town restaurant announced her retirement roughly two months ago, Siam Noodles and Food acted swiftly. The Soldotna-based restaurant has considered expanding to Kenai for a while now, hoping to serve more people on the peninsula. The two restaurants are owned by the same family, so Thai Town’s closure seemed like a perfect opportunity for Siam to expand.
Mount Marathon Preview: All 4 reigning champs return to defend title
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - While anyone who conquers Mount Marathon — the holiday run up and down a 3,000-foot tall rock outside of Seward — could be considered a champion, there are four winners of the 2023 race returning to defend their respective titles on Thursday. The “Marvelous...
Fierce and friendly defines Mount Marathon women’s race
Christy Marvin, Meg Inokuma and Denali Strabel pulled off a 1-2-3 finish in 2023, but a repeat of that performance from the little town in the MatSu Valley seems unlikely given the strong competition and an injury to last year’s champion. Last year, Marvin overtook Meg Inokuma on Jefferson...
NuVision Credit Union, Anchorage Cops for Community Launch Annual Winter Gear Drive
This is probably the last thing we want to talk about in the middle of summer. But do you have any cold-weather gear to spare? NuVision Credit Union and Anchorage Cops for Community once again teaming up for their big clothesline project.
Alaska Tops Nation with Highest Violent Crime Rate: 885.0 Incidents per 100,000
Alaska’s Alarming Crime Rate Raises Safety Concerns In 2024, Alaska reports the highest violent crime rate in the nation at 885.0 incidents per 100,000 people, highlighting significant safety concerns for both residents and visitors, according to the report of Southwest Journal. Regional Variations in Violent Crime Rates Reflect Complex Socioeconomic Challenges New Mexico follows closely […]
Denali and Fairbanks-area fires disrupt tourists and communities in Alaska
A wildfire has forced the closure of one of Alaska’s top tourist destinations and a set of fires have poured smoke into the state’s second-largest city. The Riley Fire burning around the main entrance of Denali National Park and Preserve, which broke out over the weekend and was measured at 388 acres as of Tuesday, […] The post Denali and Fairbanks-area fires disrupt tourists and communities in Alaska appeared first on Alaska Beacon.
A citizen initiative to limit cruise ships advances in Juneau, while another stalls in Sitka
A sign from Protect Juneau's Future, urging residents not to sign a petition that would limit cruise ships is seen on July 3, 2024. The petition gained enough signatures and was approved on Monday. A citizen with a permanent marker apparently fact-checked the poster. (Photo by Claire Stremple/Alaska Beacon) Unless...
KAYO Staff Gets KO’ed In Alaska.
Alpha Media cuts in Alaska claim the staff of “Classic Country 100.9” KAYO Wasilla. Those affected include morning personality Kathy Mitchell, who also hosted middays at country sister “K-Bear 104.1” KBRJ Anchorage; midday host Norman Bouchard; and Brand Manager/afternoon host Roxi Lennox. Anchorage cluster Production Director Steve “DJ Lefty” Franklin, who served as APD/PM-drive host for KBRJ, also exits.
Two Rivers community braves the rain for 2024 Fourth of July celebrations
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Rainy conditions couldn’t stop the community of Two Rivers from coming out to the fields behind the community center to celebrate the Fourth of July. Booths, bubbles, burgers, snow cones, pies and more greeted community members who braved the weather to participate in the community...
Midnight Sun Run sees 3-peat and back to back winners
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Athletes, casual runners, and costume lovers embraced the midnight sun with Fairbanks’ Annual Midnight Sun Run 10-k Saturday night. Daniel Abramowicz tallied his third straight win for the men, with Rosie Fordham claiming her second straight victory for the women. We’ve now got the finishing...
Unalaska fire department responds to fire at elementary school
Firefighters responded to a fire at Eagle’s View Elementary Wednesday night shortly before midnight. As of 12:35 a.m. the fire was still active in the elementary school’s ceiling, with five firefighters inside the building, according to Unalaska Fire Chief Ben Knowles. The fire’s cause is unknown at the...
Rain spreads across Alaska on the 4th
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Rain spread through Alaska on the 4th of July, along with cooler temperatures. The influx of needed moisture will help slow the advance of fires currently burning and aid in suppression and containment efforts. Rainfall amounts measured over a third of an inch in Fairbanks, and...
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