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Wien flight ceremony crashed by anti-Israel gaggle led by Fairbanks presiding officer Savannah Fletcher
In Fairbanks on Tuesday, a celebration of the accomplishments of legendary aviation pioneer Noel Wien was marred by a small-but-loud group of anti-Israel protesters. Among the protesters was Savannah Fletcher, the radical presiding officer of the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly. She is a former mayoral candidate who is now running for Alaska Senate Seat R, which represents the western Fairbanks North Star Borough and a huge swath of rural communities in Interior Alaska.
SHI TO OFFER PRE-CONFERENCES ON NATIVE LITERATURE, ARTFUL TEACHING
Sealaska Heritage Institute (SHI) will offer two pre-conferences on Native literature and artful teaching prior to its annual culturally responsive education (CRE) conference in August. Raven Writes: Native Literature Pre-Conference. SHI, in partnership with NACA Inspired Schools Network (NISN), is offering a pre-conference for K-6 educators. The two-day session, scheduled...
Soup’s on! Brave Heart Volunteers bowl fundraiser is this Saturday
Brave Heart Volunteers annual bowls fundraiser is 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 6, at Harrigan Centennial Hall. 300 hand-crafted ceramic bowls and Ruth Culp’s cookies are available for a suggested donation along with a free cup of soup and bread to go. Michele Friedman and Liz Zacher joined KCAW on the Morning Interview to discuss the event. Listen to their conversation here.
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.
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.
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...
Patriotic displays, music fill Anchorage streets on Fourth of July
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Dressed in red, white and blue, thousands of Alaskans on Thursday convened along Delaney Park Strip to celebrate the nation’s birthday, continuing an Anchorage tradition that dates back to the early 1900s. With a rendition of the “Star-Spangled Banner” and a reading of the Declaration...
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