KTUU: For sex assault survivors, a new way to track evidence kits After regional rollout, the Department of Public Safety online program went live statewide this week; Anchorage police detain suspect after SWAT situation in Northeast neighborhood; Midtown community urges elected leaders to take action on crime, homelessness; Former superintendent of Anchorage, Mat-Su school districts appointed as DEED commissioner and more ->
 
 
 
 

KTOO: Panel recommends renaming Port of Alaska after Don Young; Juneau Police Chief Ed Mercer retires after 31-year career and more ->

 
 
 
 

KYUK: Bethel hosts its first car show off of the US Road System and more ->
 
 
 
 

Alaska Native News: Microreactor Regulations Put Alaskan Communities at Forefront of Energy Innovation; This Day in Alaska History-July 27th, 1912; This Day in Alaska History-July 28th, 1899 and more ->
 
 
 
 

The Arctic Sounder: Sculptor’s family visits the Utqiagvik airport memorial and enjoys hospitality of Arctic residents and more ->

 
 
 
 

KINY: Sitka NHP Trails return to Medium Risk for bear activity; ‘All hands on deck’ Capital City Fire Rescue responds to Trinity Church fire and more ->
 
 
 
 

KUCB: Trace levels of harmful ‘forever chemicals’ found in Unalaska’s drinking water and more ->
 
 
 
 

KMXT: Bayside Fire Department has a new chief and more >
 
 
 
 

Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) provides an update from D.C. – July 28, 2023
 
 
 
 

KSTK: As dry spell drains Wrangell reservoir, officials urge water conservation and more ->

 
 
 
 

KFSK: How whale poo could be making the planet cleaner; Clausen Museum exhibit explores history of Petersburg’s Tent City and more ->
 
 
 
 

KRBD: Cause of red tidal waters in Southern Southeast explained and more ->

 
 
 
 

Delta Wind: Fire at Pogo Mine entrance, Pogo Road fire expands and more ->
 
 
 
 

HALO Meeting – Thursday, August 3, 2023, at 7 p.m

In-Person at Shepherd of the Hills (corner Klatt Rd & Elmore Rd)

or via Zoom

Meeting ID 455 419 5765 Passcode HALO

Join us in August to discuss a proposed Assembly action that will change the face of the Hillside forever. AO 2023-66 will take our multiple zoning districts and create only two, and this proposed ordinance received absolutely NO community input before introduction. An “S” version is also available to read, still without public input. If adopted, there will be NO zoning protections for our neighborhoods and our largest investment. HALO submitted a Resolution opposing this action and will update our response as needed following the August meeting.

We will also be receiving updates on the proposed Lake Otis modifications and regarding our joint effort with Team Rubicon Alaska to reduce wildfire dangers in our neighborhoods.

Plan now to attend the August meeting, 7 pm at Shepherd of the Hills Church (Elmore Rd and Klatt) or on Zoom to share your neighborhood concerns. See you there, rain or shine!

Click here to download the agenda.

 
 
 
 

By Casea Peterson, Only In Your State Alaska: These 10 Iconic Foods In Alaska Will Have Your Mouth Watering
 
 
 
 
Rasmuson Foundation News: New housing units bring hope for those experiencing homelessness

Scroll down to download the press release and handouts.

A nationally recognized Anchorage public-private partnership working to ensure everyone has a home has zeroed in on conversions of hotels into housing as the quickest, most affordable way to realize the vision.

The partnership announced today that the former Barratt Inn in Spenard will open its doors for housing tenants in August. The nonprofit Anchorage Affordable Housing and Land Trust purchased the former hotel last year and is completing renovations for the predominantly studio apartments.

Learn more ->

New housing units bring hope for those experiencing homelessness

 
 
 
 

Craig Medred: Market dictates

 
 
 
 
Must Read Alaska: Radio spice: Assemblyman Cross on tape describing how to buy property with new zoning regs coming online

Anchorage Assemblyman Kevin Cross took heavy fire on two talk radio shows this week over his perceived ethical conflicts as a real estate broker leading the charge to change zoning codes.