KTUU: Police arrest husband of Anchorage woman missing for 5 days Police report body of 21-year-old Saria Hildabrand was found, case now labeled a homicide; Survival ‘unlikely’ in Denali aircraft crash, National Park Service says; State sues Swickard auto group over allegations of false advertisement Company says it wants to meet with the Attorney General’s office over the matter and more ->
KTOO: Juneau homeowners can apply for state assistance, stabilize riverbanks after flooding and more ->
KYUK: Listen: Kimberly Fitka O’Domin ceremony and family reflection and more ->
Alaska Native News: Remains of Carlie Alexie Recovered in Pikmiktalik River Area; Population of Yukon River peregrines nosedives; Alaska blueberries are good for you. Right?; This Day In Alaska History August 9th, 1899, This Day in Alaska History August 10th, 1728, This Day in Alaska History August 11th, 1900 and more ->
The Frontiersman: At Legislature’s initiative, Alaska dedicates longer ‘Purple Heart Highway and more ->
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: Fort Wainwright transitions into new leadership and more ->
The Arctic Sounder: Selawik, Ambler and Fairbanks residents rally to draw attention to tribal custody case and more ->
KINY: Brandon “Andy” Burrell sentenced to 45 years, with 25 years suspended, for sexual assault
The victim did not attend any of the sentencing hearings but submitted an impact statement. “It is best for me to continue on the path of healing I am currently on, and not to step back into the courtroom, but I would be doing myself a disservice not to admit the toll this has taken on me or my path in life.” She discussed at length how Burrell harmed her, stating, in part, “I don’t know how you get justice for what I’ve lost, what we’ve all lost. I lost my sense of safety, security, peace of mind and sense of self. … I know this has been an experience I would not wish upon anyone. Today I’m choosing to no longer be a victim but a survivor.”
The Seward Journal August 09 to Augst 15, 2023
KFSK: OBI blows past 100,000 cases of fish and more ->
KRBD: Sites announced for 7 new recreation cabins in the Tongass and Chugach — 18 more still to be decided and more ->
KUCB: Memory Eternal: Sergie Krukoff Sr.; In Memoriam: Melodie Michelle Franklin and more ->
Delta Wind: New store to provide FedEx pickup and more ->
KMXT: Midday Reports
Digital Journal: Aunt Phil’s Trunk by Laurel Downing Bill Brings Alaska’s History To Life
Laurel Downing Bill’s Aunt Phil’s Trunk is a collection of award-winning short stories and historical photographs that showcase Alaska’s colorful past and how America’s 49th state developed over time.
Read more: https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/news/getnews/aunt-phil-s-trunk-by-laurel-downing-bill-brings-alaska-s-history-to-life#ixzz8A71ob4NW
Fireside Books: James McBride’s ‘The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store’; Writer’s Life with Stephen Aryan
Fireside Boosk: Jamel Brinkley’s ‘Witness’; ‘Anansi’s Gold’ by Yepoka Yeebo
By Matt Goff, Sitka Nature: Sitka Nature Show #294 – Derek Sikes
Craig Medred: An Ick(y) problem?
IT’S PROCESSING TIME!
REGARDING PEACHES:
If you’re processing peaches, here is a post that has some how-to information as well as links to some of our favorite recipes: https://commongroundalaska.com/peaches-preparation-processing/
U-PICK UPDATE:
Also, ready for another u-pick? Let’s do this! We are opening on Monday the 14th from 2-7 for saskatoons and red & black currants. There may be a few honeyberries to pick through but we don’t make any promises. No need to sign up, just come on out.
I hope you all have a perfectly peachy day! The sun is shining in Big Lake and we’re processing green beans, cauliflower, grapes, and broccoli today. I LOVE this time of year, don’t you?
UPCOMING CLASSES:
FERMENTING CLASS: On the 19, we have part 1 of our FERMENTING class where we will be making a community veggie ferment to take home and also learning about fermented drinks like kombucha, Jun (like kombucha except made with green tea and honey) and water kefir. LInk to fermenting class: https://commongroundalaska.com/product/alaska-homestead-fermenting-masterclass/
SOURDOUGH CLASS: On the afternoon of the 19, we will have another SOURDOUGH class. The one we held yesterday was fabulous! So much fun and everyone learned a lot! Link to sourdough class: https://commongroundalaska.com/product/alaska-homestead-sourdough-masterclass-take-2/
FOOD PRESERVATION RETREAT: Also, we still have just a bit of room for the FILL YOUR LARDER FOOD PRESERVATION RETREAT on September 9. Learn about canning, fermenting, sourdough, culturing milk into sod cheese, yogurt, etc, food storage, and more! OPTIONAL (Free): Fill Your Soul – an hour of worship and bible study from 9 am – 10 am. Link to retreat: https://commongroundalaska.com/product/fill-your-larder-one-day-learning-retreat-take-3/
Get tickets for upcoming classes here: https://commongroundalaska.com/product-category/classes/
Simple Living Alaska: Raising the Quonset Hut Arches for Our Off Grid Workshop