Category Archives: AK News

Alaska News August 30, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Sheep Creek Lodge owners who evacuated leave doors open for firefighters; Wasilla company fighting Starbucks over trademark; Pilot says bright sun contributed to Lake Hood floatplane crash; How To Start A YouTube Channel and more ->
 
 
 
 

KTUU: K-9 Midas is back home and recovering after being attacked; $54,000 worth of guitars donated to Anchorage School District; Assembly hosts town hall to discuss UA restructuring; Whaley School works to change public perception and more ->
 
 
 
 

KTOO Public Media: Harris Air to end flight service in September; Internal email casts uncertainty on future of BP Alaska employees; Is the USDA now leaning toward a full exemption of the Roadless Rule in Alaska? Gardentalk – Is the drought over? Can I stop watering now? More ->
 
 
 
 
KYUK Public Media for Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta: Alaska Division Of Public Health Short On Nurses In Bethel; City Of Bethel Sells Fuel Tanks To Help With Napakiak School Erosion; Pinky’s Park Boardwalk Lighting Fully Approved and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Investigation Results in Summons, Closure of Homer Wedding Venue; Tazing Lands Ketchikan Woman in Jail; Atmospheric Rivers Sometimes Soak Alaska; Bacteria Feeding on Arctic Algae Blooms can Seed Clouds and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: Secretary of Education DeVos spoke with Fairbanks leadership re: workforce development; University of Alaska Fairbanks introduces college credit program for high school students; Coaches barred by superintendent after football training exercise results in student injuries; Federal grant awarded to fix aging Seward Highway bridges and more ->
 
 
 
 
The Homer Tribune: Extreme conditions extend wildfire season to Sept. 30; Homer to host Alaska World Arts Festival next week and more ->
 
 
 
 

The Arctic Sounder: Hot summer means unusual harvest at AKP garden; Arctic Slope Native Association names new president and more ->

Alaska News August 29, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: APD investigating overnight hit-and-run on Dowling near Seward Highway; Coast Guardsman charged with murder of seaman in Alaska; Truck driver charged in 2018 crash that killed Palmer woman; Mat-Su Fires: McKinley 71% contained, Deshka Landing 75% contained and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTUU: Despite weariness, hope remains as Cooper Landing evacuation alerts stay stable; Cooper Landing School closed until Sept. 3; Who is Hilcorp? What you need to know about BP Alaska’s buyer; American Airlines adding three new routes to Alaska, including first-time flights to Fairbanks; Alaska wildlife officials warn ATV drivers without permits and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTOO Public Media: German kayaker passes through Nome on attempt to circumnavigate North America and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Fairbanks Woman Faces 11-Count Indictment for Device and Bank Fraud and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: City of Fairbanks seeks donations to fund Emergency Service Patrol; Fairbanks North Star Borough has high number of vacancies on commissions; September 1st deadline to register to vote for municipal election and more ->
 
 
 
 
Craig Medred: Invisible fashion
Patagonia, which built its reputation on solidly functional outdoor gear, has since its birth in the 1970s been adept at spotting these sorts of market trends. The companies latest move could simply be an indication that camo is the new black.
 
 
 
 
Only In Your State Alaska: Explore The Boardwalks At Wasilla Creek Wetlands In Alaska For A Unique Outing; These 7 Beautiful Beaches In Alaska Are Great Choices For Your Next Picnic; The Pie From Vagabond Blues In Alaska Is Nothing Short Of Delicious and more ->

Alaska News August 28, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Inside the Gates: Alaska Organized Militia comes together to respond to wildfires; State prosecutors will retry father after court reverses murder conviction in toddler’s death; Sea otter pup rescued by plane in Homer despite Swan Lake Fire and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTUU: 4.1 magnitude earthquake just outside of Anchorage; McKinley Fire update: Containment: 70%; Alaska’s 100 Mile Man; Alaska regulation to limit events at breweries, distilleries and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTOO Public Media: Alaska ferry Kennicott rescues boat passengers in Canada’s Inside Passage; City and Borough of Juneau bids on long-empty waterfront lot and more ->
 
 
 
 
KYUK Public Media for Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta: Community Remembers Beloved Teacher Sophie Alexie and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Coast Guard to Conduct Pollution Response Exercise in Ketchikan and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: Man arrested after allegedly trying to run car off of road; Borough residents can now nominate buildings for new capital improvement program; Alzheimer’s Resource center provides unique experience for community and more ->
 
 
 
 
Suzanne Downing Must Read Alaska: Home / The 907
 
 
 
 
By Amy Carney, Alaska Museum: Sheldon Jackson Museum Artist Recap Talk
 
 
 
 
By Amy Carney, Alaska Museum: Film Screening at the Sheldon Jackson Museum

Alaska News August 27, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: APD: Man dies after stabbing K-9 officer with sword during standoff with police; Willow man uses V8 juice to save home from McKinley Fire; Travel Tuesday: Boeing Max 737 issues ground prospects for Anchorage-China route; Ambassador: Anchorage under consideration for new Philippine Consulate and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTUU: UPDATE: Suspect in July 2019 assault case arrested; 2YH: Skin cancer awareness from a woman diagnosed 3 different times; RCA set to begin hearing over billion-dollar Chugach, ML&P deal; Alaska marijuana industry cites tax concerns; Palmer police officer’s message lands across the Atlantic ocean and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTOO Public Media: BP moves to exit Alaska, relinquishing role as operator of Prudhoe Bay; Thunderstorm responsible for sound-and-light show in Juneau on Sunday; In Alaska, Education Secretary DeVos touts alternative schooling agenda; Alaska rolls back air ambulance ‘membership plan’ regulations and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Sword-Wielding Suspect Killed in Monday’s Wildberry Loop Officer Involved Shooting; 22 of 24 Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc. Sites to Open Doors Statewide Sept. 3; Crowley Fuels Plans New ATB for Enhanced Western Alaska Services; Level 2 (SET) Evacuation Alert for Cooper Landing and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: Fairbanks woman accused in stabbing spree pleads guilty; Construction Report: update on highways impacted by fires and more ->
 
 
 
 
Locate: Joshua Kelly, missing 12-year-old (APD Case 19-30633)

Missing 12 year-old Joshua Kelly. Last seen in area of 6100-Block E 12th Ave at 0730 hours while going to school. About 5’4 140lbs, dark hair about shoulder length in a ponytail. Last seen wearing jeans and a black hoodie with the word “THRASHER” on it.

Please call 311 non-emergency line if located.

Address/Location
Anchorage Police Department
716 W 4th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 907-786-8900
 
 
 
 

Alaska News August 26, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Swan Lake Fire: New map shows fire has burned over 150,000 acres; Raising Positivity: Alaska State Fair’s American Ninja Warrior camp is about more than athletics; Medicaid to cover Alaska dental patients through September and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTUU: Four military personnel returning from Swan Lake fire struck by drunk driver; Several firefighters injured in ‘ash pits’ fighting Deshka Landing and McKinley fires; McKinley Fire update: Containment jumps to 46% and more ->
 
 
 
 
Suzanne Downing Must Read Alaska: Churches offer aid to fire victims and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaskan Urban Hippie Blog: Transforming Our Yard With Edible Perennials

Alaska News August 25, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Couple’s defensible space saves their home from McKinley Fire; Mat-Su Fires: McKinley Fire is 28% contained, community meeting scheduled for Deshka Landing Fire and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTUU: Toksook Bay teenager arrested for threatening school shooting, troopers say; Hundreds of dollars of donations stolen from charity for retired sled dogs and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Three injured in Fairbanks Shots-Fired Incident at Large Party; Elim Assault Suspect Jailed on 10 Counts; Mummy Squirrel Tells of a Different Alaska and more ->
 
 
 
 
The Homer Tribune: Woman lands 195-pound halibut; Birders to hold meeting on Aug. 26; Homer Mariner Triathlon set for Labor Day weekend; Local fair celebrates 68 years of fun and more ->

Alaska News August 21-24, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Woman pleads guilty to DUI, assault charges for hitting Eagle River kids on sidewalk; Assault investigation turns into homicide case, suspect may face more charges; Judge splits trial for final 2 Grunwald murder suspects; Mat-Su residents with fire damage may qualify for property tax break; Inside the Gates: When the call comes in, National Guard is ready to help fight Alaska wildfires and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTUU: Gov. Dunleavy tours Mat-Su wildfires after making state disaster declaration; 75 years later, US World War II veterans say: Never forget; Little Ninja takes on the Warp Wall; Uschmann gives Palmer Football a leg up; The 9th Army Band and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTOO Public Media: City and Borough of Juneau loses almost $80,000 to wire fraud scam; Wrangell aims to put itself on the (virtual) map; Gardentalk – Ripe corn and woolly bear caterpillars and more ->
 
 
 
 
KYUK Public Media for Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta: US Department of Interior Visits Bethel To Hear About Public Safety Issues From Tribal Delegates; At The Moment, Donlin Gold Isn’t Building A Mine. But It Is Building A Church and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Pagopago Lelilio Sentenced for Attempted Murder and Assault of Anchorage Police Officers; Alaska Attorney General Joins Fight against Illegal Robocalls; Film Project Presents the History and Identity of Alaska; AFN Announces 2019 Convention Theme “Good Government, Alaskan Driven” and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: Police chase leads to arrest of man accused of stealing $21,000 worth of equipment; Community comes together for Youth Safety Day; Brigade holds ‘Casing of Colors’ ceremony; close to 2,500 soldiers leave for deployment; Plan to improve Alaska based missiles canceled by Pentagon; 900 Teddy bears donated at the Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and more ->
 
 
 
 
The Arctic Sounder: Three rescued from waters near Kotzebue; Utqiagvik man dies in shooting; Selawik youth learn job skills through conservation program and more ->
 
 
 
 
Barbara Brown, Our Third Thirds: My Car of the Future
 
 
By Craig Medred: The upside
 
 
 
 
Alaska Highway News Jean-Benoit Legault / The Canadian Press: Canadian researcher says new study suggests autism overdiagnosed
 
 
 
 
Capital City Weekly: A Tiny Desk concert, stand-up comedy and a documentary screening: Here’s what’s happening this week
Sunday, Aug. 25

Someone You Love: The HPV Epidemic, 3-5 p.m., University of Alaska Southeast Egan Lecture Hall Room. 112, 11120 Glacier Highway. This is a free public screening of the documentary “Someone You Love: The HPV Epidemic.” It will be followed by a Q&A with gynecologic oncologist Dr. Hardesty of Alaska Women’s Cancer Care and representatives from the nonprofits Let Every Woman Know and the American Cancer Society.

Alaska News August 20, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Chief Doll, Anchorage police welcome community to new headquarters; Alaska’s #1 in nation for women-owned businesses and more ->
 
 
 
 

KTUU: APD arrest suspect in shots fired call near Old Seward Highway & 36th Avenue; Swan Lake Fire 20% contained, one lane of Sterling Highway open; McKinley Fire is about 3,000 acres, Parks Highway remains open; Alaska calls for reinforcements from Lower 48 to contain Southcentral wildfires; Sonic Drive-In officially opens in Wasilla and more ->
 
 
 
 
KYUK Public Media for Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta: Akiachak Man Recovered; U.S. Coast Guard Gave LKSD Two Weeks To Move Napakiak Fuel. LKSD Says It Can Do It. More ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Two Nome-Bound Travelers Jailed, One for Drugs, Another for Extraditable Warrant; Rural High School Students Complete Four-Year Geology Program; When Biologists Stocked Alaska with Wolves and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: DOT: paving contractor working with community to address tar on vehicles; Vertical grow towers work to improve food security in Alaska; across the country; Local artist Iris Sutton to be featured at Two Street Gallery and more ->
 
 
 
 
By Amy Carney, Alaska State Library: Call For Submissions For Alaska Positive: A biennial exhibition of Alaska photography organized by the Alaska State Museum

Alaska News August 19, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: Update: Healy Canyon wall expected to be fixed by Tuesday, Alaska Railroad says and more ->
 
 
 
 

KTUU: Mat-Su fires prompt school closures; Furie Operating Alaska files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection; GRAPHIC: Alaska’s record heat a killer for some salmon, researchers say and more ->
 
 
 
 
KTOO Public Media: With art exhibit, former Nome resident addresses the ‘collective trauma’ of indigenous suicide; Army and contractor begin planning to dismantle deactivated Fort Greely nuclear power plant; Gardentalk – ‘You can be the bee’ and more ->
 
 
 
 
KYUK Public Media for Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta: U.S. Coast Guard Orders LKSD To Remove Fuel From Napakiak Tanks By End Of Month and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: North Pole Driver Chasing, Confronting Speeder Jailed on Assault Charges; Coast Guard Picks up ATV Accident Victim from Saltery Cove Trail; Coast Guard Medevacs Man from Fishing Vessel near Uganik Bay and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: McKinley Fire is about 2,000 acres, Evacuation orders still in place, and one lane open on Parks Highway; The Alaska Railroad cancels passenger service between Anchorage and Denali Park due to McKinley Fire; Nonprofit organization aims to restore historic sternwheeler and more ->
 
 
 
 
Angela Gonzalez, Athabascan Woman Blog: Traditional Ways of Life
 
 
 
 
Suzanne Downing Must Read Alaska: Stranger danger: Teenage girl does all the right things after being followed and more ->

Alaska News August 17 & 18, 2019

KTVA The Voice of Alaska: 2 self-defense techniques from a world champion jiu jitsu fighter; Homeless movement relocates to Cuddy Park in Midtown; Hundreds of jellyfish washing up along Kenai Peninsula beaches and more ->
 
 
 
 

KTUU: Off-duty APD officer arrested, charged with operating under the influence; No injuries after condo fire in Eagle River; AK Railroad north of Denali closed; Community groups breathing life back into the Williwaw neighborhood. More ->
 
 
 
 

KTOO Public Media: ‘Molly of Denali’ creators help Juneau kids find their own voices and more ->
 
 
 
 
KYUK Public Media for Alaska’s Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta: Set Plans For Moving Napakiak School Fuel Tanks Will Develop At Pace Of Erosion, According To LKSD and more ->
 
 
 
 
Alaska Native News: Remains of Shelly Ingram Located in Houston Friday; Coast Guard issues Administrative Order to Lower Kuskokwin School District; Scent Brings Songbirds to the Yard and more ->
 
 
 
 
Fairbanks News Webcenter 11: Man accused in Alaska cold case murder faces second bail hearing; Community help for veterans at ‘Fairbanks Veterans Stand Down’ on Saturday; Second Red Flag of the summer at Eielson comes to an end; Smokejumpers use sewing to help them fight fires; Crews reopen Denali park road, tourist buses begin to return; Gardening Report: Quack Grass and more ->
 
 
 
 
The Arctic Sounder: Joint celebration honors 2018 whaling quota decision and more ->
 
 
 
 
By Katherine Rose, KCAW: Sitka Assembly takes no action on police investigation
 
 
 
 
Rasmuson Foundation: Welcome 2019 Grantmakers Tour of Alaska
 
 
 
 
By Leah Ward, The Globe: Sibling authors stop at Murray County Fair on book tour