Alaska News December 24, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Former McLaughlin superintendent sentenced to 4 years for child porn; New owner of Alaska newspaper could be named by Christmas; Big show, new spot: Where to see fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Anchorage; 25 Years of BP Teachers of Excellence: Kelly Corrigan; and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTUU: Amphibious ATVs help Willow residents stranded by flood; Woman facing charges after attempted shoplifting at Northway Mall; Alaska tribes can apply to create broadband, cell networks; 2YH: ANHC implements Diabetes Prevention Program and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTOO Public Media: State releases new guide on medication assisted treatment; Why some locals ??, ❤️ and ✊ over new bathroom sign and more ->
 
 
 
 
KYUK Public Media for Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta: Bethel First Lego League Competition Attracts Competition From New Village; Warriors Reclaim State Championship With Dominant Finals Performance and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Holiday Enforcement Campaign Update and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairrbanks News Webcenter 11: A day in the life of an Alaska State Trooper at 30 below zero; Family of Fairbanks man shot by police comment on lawsuit and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska News from APRN: UPDATE: Mat-Su declares disaster after Willow Creek flooding forces evacuations, closes bridge; Why rent when you can house sit? Haines sitters fill gap in seasonal economy and more ->
 
 
 
 
By Harry Pearson, Conde Nast Traveler: To Best Experience Alaska’s Burgeoning Local Food Movement, Go in Winter
 
 
 
 
By Megan McDonald, Only In Your State Alaska: The Best Poké Bowl In Alaska Is Hidden Away In The Tiny Town Of Craig
 
 
 
 
By Amy Carney: Sheldon Jackson Museum Youth Paper Doll Art Activity
Join us at the Sheldon Jackson Museum for paper doll making and coloring on Saturday, January 11 at 10am. During this program, children will cut out and color paper doll figures and traditional Alaska Native clothing for their dolls. Traditional Alaska Native outfits to choose from will include an Unangan (Aleut) gut parka, an Inupiaq parka, a Yup’ik parka, and an Athabascan Chief’s Jacket, and a Tlingit button robe and spruce root hat. This program is free and open to all ages, but best for children 4-10 years old. Parents should call (907) 747-8981 to register their children in advance.

The Sheldon Jackson Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am until 4pm. Admission will be waived for the January 11th program. For more information, call (907) 747-8981.