Podcasts about Alaska State Troopers

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines:If countries want to keep the Trump administration from imposing tariffs on their exports to the United States, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggests they invest in Alaska's Liquified Natural Gas project. The Alaska Legislature's quest to pass a viable state budget for this year isn't getting any easier. And two Alaska State Troopers facing assault charges over alleged conduct during their arrest of the wrong man in Kenai last year won't go to trial until next February.Photo: The facade of the Alaska State Capitol in Juneau on May 22, 2024. ( Eric Stone/Alaska Public Media)

Read or listen to the story of the dramatic rescue of a family in Alaska, and we spotlight a high school club in Minnesota that is shaping future conservation leaders. Join radio hosts Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' and Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt (Tigger & BEC) with The Bend Radio Show & Podcast, your news outlet for the latest in Outdoors & Western Lifestyle News! Season 5, Episode 230 Local Alaska Pilots and the National Guard Saved a Family from a Frozen Lake The Heart-Stopping Rescue of a Pilot and His Daughters on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula According to the Associated Press and OutdoorLife.com, a dramatic rescue unfolded on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula this week after a pilot and his two daughters were stranded for hours on the wing of their half-sunken plane in a frozen lake. The family's plane, a Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser, crashed Sunday evening during a sightseeing trip. As night fell, the pilot and his daughters, who have not been identified, were forced to cling to the wing of the plane, waiting in the freezing cold for help. It wasn't long before the tight-knit community of Alaska's bush pilots sprang into action. When the plane was first reported missing, local pilots immediately rallied to join the search. By Monday morning, a group of volunteers, including pilot Terry Godes, took to the skies in their own planes, hoping to spot the wreckage. Godes, who had seen a Facebook post about the missing family, was the first to spot the plane, with the family waving from the wing, signaling they were still alive. After Godes radioed in the location, the Alaska State Troopers and National Guard were quickly alerted. The National Guard sent in a C-130 transport plane and a helicopter for the rescue operation, but conditions were challenging. The ice was too soft to land on, and the rotor wash threatened to blow the children off the wing. Despite these difficulties, the National Guard performed a flawless, one-of-a-kind recovery, saving the family from the icy wilderness. The pilot and his daughters were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The rescue, which involved the quick thinking and coordination of local pilots, the Alaska State Troopers, and the National Guard, was a testament to the strength of Alaska's community and the courage of those who risked their lives to bring a family home safely. Reference:  https://www.outdoorlife.com/survival/pilot-daughters-survive-plane-crash-alaska/ Spotlight on Waconia High School Conservation Club: Inspiring the Next Generation Waconia, Minnesota: Where High School Students Are Making a Difference in Conservation Waconia, Minnesota located southeast of the Twin Cities - Waconia High School's Conservation Club has been inspiring students and the community for 18 years, blending outdoor adventures with environmental stewardship. From ice fishing events to cleanups, the club is passionate about connecting kids to nature. One of their most exciting projects this spring is revitalizing a 13-acre forest at Bayview Elementary School, where students will work with forestry experts to restore the space, plant trees, and create better walking trails. The Conservation Club started small with just a handful of students but has grown into a vibrant 180-member group. Full-fledged members earn a school letter at Waconia High. These students take part in activities like hunting, camping, and fossil hunting, all while giving back through cleanups at local lakes and parks. Waconia's strong community support, from donations to volunteers, helps make the club's work possible. If your school wants to make a difference, consider starting an outdoor club! It's a great way to connect students with nature, foster teamwork, and give back to the community. Waconia High School's Conservation Club shows that, with passion and support, great things can grow. OUTDOORS FIELD REPORTS & COMMENTS Call or Text your questions, or comments to 305-900-BEND or 305-900-2363 Or email BendRadioShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @thebendshow https://www.facebook.com/thebendshow SUBSCRIBE to The Bend YouTube Channel. Website: TheBendShow.com https://thebendshow.com/ #catchBECifyoucan #tiggerandbec #outdoors #travel #cowboys The Outdoors, Rural America, And Wildlife Conservation are Center-Stage. AND how is that? Because Tigger & BEC… Live This Lifestyle. Learn more about Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com https://tiggerandbec.com/ WESTERN LIFESTYLE & THE OUTDOORS Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca 'BEC' Wanner are News Broadcasters that represent the Working Ranch world, Rodeo, and the Western Way of Life as well as advocate for the Outdoors and Wildlife Conservation. Outdoorsmen themselves, this duo strives to provide the hunter, adventurer, cowboy, cowgirl, rancher and/or successful farmer, and anyone interested in agriculture with the knowledge, education, and tools needed to bring high-quality beef and the wild game harvested to your table for dinner. They understand the importance in sharing meals with family, cooking the fruits of our labor and fish from our adventures, and learning to understand the importance of making memories in the outdoors. Appreciate God's Country. United together, this duo offers a glimpse into and speaks about what life truly is like at the end of dirt roads and off the beaten path. Tigger & BEC look forward to hearing from you, answering your questions and sharing in the journey of making your life a success story. Adventure Awaits Around The Bend.

Troopers completed a hours-long manhunt for a suspect in a Sutton homicide spanning two boroughs early Friday morning, according to Alaska State Troopers. Plus, no one was hurt in a fire Friday morning that burned a popular Fairbanks eatery.

Alaska State Troopers conducted a high-speed pursuit Thursday along the Parks Highway in Wasilla. Plus, referring to cuts by the Trump Administration’s Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, under Elon Musk’s leadership as “difficult choices” necessary to keep government spending under control, Sen. Dan Sullivan faced tough questions from state lawmakers during his annual legislative address.  

Alaska State Troopers last week arrested a Homer man who is accused of sexually assaulting an elderly woman multiple times. The Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, paid U.S. Coast Guard Base Kodiak, a roughly four-hour visit yesterday, but officials haven't said why. A Japanese theatrical musical performance group is touring Alaska and kicked off their first show in Wrangell on Saturday.

Alaska State Troopers last week arrested a Homer man who is accused of sexually assaulting an elderly woman multiple times, and as the likelihood of an eruption at Mount Spurr increases, officials say residents across Southcentral Alaska—including the Kenai Peninsula—should prepare for potential ashfall.

Alaska State Troopers will lead search and rescue operations on Wednesday for multiple heli-skiiers stranded Tuesday outside of Girdwood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On July 1, 1995, 24-year-old Erin Gilbert attended the 20th annual Forest Fair in Girdwood, Alaska, with a man she had met a week earlier at a local bar but never returned home. Investigators say that while they have no suspects, they'd still like to speak with her date to better understand exactly what happened that night.   Erin is 5'11 with hazel eyes and brown hair. At the time of her disappearance, she weighed approximately 145lbs and was last seen wearing a black leather jacket, a black and white striped shirt, black jeans, and brown mountain boots. She has a tattoo of a blue flower on her chest.   Anyone with information is asked to contact the Alaska State Troopers at 907-428-7200.   Follow her family's efforts on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ErinMarieGilbert For more information about the podcast and the cases discussed, visit VoicesforJusticePodcast.com   Follow us on social media: Twitter: @VFJPod Instagram: @VoicesforJusticePodcast TikTok: @VoicesforJusticePodcast Facebook: @VoicesforJusticePodcast   Voices for Justice is hosted by Sarah Turney Twitter: @SarahETurney Instagram: @SarahETurney TikTok: @SarahETurney Facebook: @SarahETurney YouTube: @SarahTurney     The introduction music used in Voices for Justice is Thread of Clouds by Blue Dot Sessions. Outro music is Melancholic Ending by Soft and Furious. The track used for ad transitions is Pinky by Blue Dot Sessions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this newscast: Alaska Supreme Court Chief Justice Susan Carney defended the court system's work and laid out plans for the future in a speech to state lawmakers; Juneau's Visitor Industry Director Alix Pierce shared data from an annual tourism survey that shows the conversation about the future of tourism's growth is far from over; An education compact is an agreement between tribal and state governments that allows tribes to run their own public schools, and Alaska's Department of Education and Early Development is working with tribes to kick start a compacting program and give tribes sovereignty over education; Alaska State Troopers arrested a Metlakatla man last week on six felony charges of sexual abuse of a minor, and they believe he may have had other victims

Last month, Alaska State Troopers and emergency medical services responded to an ATV crash in Anchor Point; Homer begins the community's 71st Winter Carnival weekend of events; after years of stasis, the historic Kenai Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal could be getting a second act.

About 15 dedicated Wrangellites spent their December searching for what feathered creatures were flying around, and Alaska State Troopers arrested a former candidate for the Homer City Council last Saturday for several charges including arson.

The state corporation spearheading an effort to build a $44 billion natural gas pipeline between the North Slope and Nikiski says it's finalizing an agreement with a private company to lead the project. Alaska State Troopers arrested a former candidate for the Homer City Council last Saturday for several charges including arson. The 34th Alaska Legislature starts this month.

Alaska State Troopers arrested a former candidate for the Homer City Council last Saturday for several charges including arson. Roughly a year after the federal government said Alaska underfunded multiple school districts during the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Education said last month it's dropping its case against the state.

A look at the stormy weather impacting Alaskans and those in the Lower 48, plus, the Alaska State Troopers officer a few tips on practicing safety while out on frozen bodies of water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Homer Police arrested 22-year-old Karl Jerry Wickstrom last month and charged him with four offenses related to domestic violence. Alaska State Troopers arrested a Homer man on Wednesday who they say broke into and stole from four homes in a Cooper Landing neighborhood last month.

Alaska State Troopers arrested a Homer man on Wednesday who they say broke into and stole from four homes in a Cooper Landing neighborhood last month, and the former chief of a Delta Junction-area volunteer fire department has been indicted on felony charges related to the alleged theft of some 400-hundred-thousand dollars.

Two Alaska State Troopers each facing a felony assault charge will go to trial next June in Kenai; Alaska State Troopers arrested a Kasilof man on Tuesday after they say he sexually abused at least five teenage girls; and two cases of Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, have been confirmed in the Kodiak Island Borough School District this week.

Kenai Peninsula school board members approved two charter school applications during a special meeting on Monday. Alaska State Troopers arrested an Anchorage woman for allegedly smuggling drugs into a prison in Seward earlier this month. The Alutiiq Museum received about $150,000 to revamp the Koniag Cultural Library.

Alaska State Troopers arrested an Anchorage woman for allegedly smuggling drugs into a prison in Seward earlier this month, and Kenai Peninsula school board members approved two charter school applications during a special meeting on Monday, and the Alutiiq Museum received about $150,000 to revamp the Koniag Cultural Library.

The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge closed Mystery Creek Road to vehicle traffic Friday, and Alaska State Troopers arrested 36-year-old Tanner Geiser Friday after a daylong search, and what's the best way to limit student cell phone use and distractions in schools?

Alaska State Troopers arrested 36-year-old Tanner Geiser Friday after a daylong search. Two Alaska State Troopers each pleaded not guilty to a felony assault charge during an arraignment at the Kenai Courthouse on Thursday. For some craft vendors on the central Kenai Peninsula, Soldotna's What Women Want Shopping Expo is the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season.

A Kenai grand jury indicted two Alaska State Troopers on felony assault charges on Wednesday in connection to a violent arrest of the wrong man in Kenai earlier this year, and socialists, capitalists and nutcases of every political persuasion are embarking on a lampooned theatrical journey.

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines: A Kenai grand jury indicted two Alaska State Troopers on felony assault charges in connection to a violent arrest of the wrong man. Providence Alaska is introducing a new system in which telenurses work alongside bedside nurses. And the City of Seward is receiving nearly $46 million in federal funding to add shore power to its cruise ship port. Photo:

The City of Seward is receiving nearly $46 million in federal funding to add shore power to its cruise ship port; and a Kenai grand jury indicted two Alaska State Troopers on felony assault charges today in connection to a violent arrest of the wrong man in Kenai earlier this year.

A 17-year-old Anchorage crash survivor pleads not guilty to manslaughter and tampering with evidence charges, plus, a Kenai grand jury indicts two Alaska State Troopers on assault charges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 46,000 Alaskans have cast their ballots in person or by mail after a week of early voting, according to state elections officials. Alaska State Troopers arrested a Seward woman for possessing illegal drugs last week. An oddball Halloween tradition will soon make its return to the Kenai Peninsula.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the western Kenai Peninsula that remains in effect until 1 p.m. today, and Alaska State Troopers arrested a Seward woman for possessing illegal drugs last week, and on Friday, President Joe Biden did what no president has ever done.

Send us a textWhat happens when a chilling video lands in the hands of someone who must decide between their safety and doing the right thing? Join us as we unravel the dark tale of Brian Steven Smith, whose gruesome acts rocked Anchorage, Alaska. With Valerie Kastler's harrowing discovery of murder evidence, we explore the stark realities and legal challenges faced by sex workers in Alaska. Her courage in coming forward launches us into a tangled web of crime and justice, as we piece together the life and tragic end of Kathleen Henry. Brian's sinister connections, including the death of Alicia Youngblood, bring light to a chilling pattern of violence and vulnerability.This episode takes an unexpected turn as we uncover Smith's confession to another murder, that of Veronica Abuchuk, and the haunting revelations that follow. Misidentifications by Alaska State Troopers, disturbing video footage, and unsettling implications of other potential victims paint a deeply disturbing portrait of Smith's psyche. Alongside, we dive into the heated controversy between Ian and Antonia Comack over advocacy for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People, a conflict that adds layers of complexity and tension to an already gripping narrative. Keep your mimosa glasses topped, as this is a narrative you won't want to miss—one that challenges perceptions of justice and the stories behind the headlines.https://www.wunderground.com/history/daily/us/ak/anchoragehttps://youtu.be/nq7VolX4BTY?si=ttnyJ44WV1AfIyEehttps://www.google.com/search?q=valerie+casler+video+on+the+stand&client=ms-android-att-us-rvc3&sca_esv=84e606087eadfe9b&sxsrf=ADLYWIKNQJqa1jhrdLlocbE5qihTL9WcDg%3A1724085849966&ei=WXbDZsLLOomMp84Pg6qPmAM&oq=valerie+casler+video+on+the+stand&gs_lp=EhNtb2JpbGUtZ3dzLXdpei1zZXJwIiF2YWxlcmllIGNhc2xlciB2aWRlbyBvbiB0aGUgc3RhbmQyBRAhGKABMgUQIRigATIFECEYoAEyBRAhGKABSP96UPEOWKV1cAF4AZABAZgBvAKgAdgZqgEIMC4xOC4xLjG4AQPIAQD4AQGYAhGgArcVwgIKEAAYsAMY1gQYR8ICChAAGIAEGBQYhwLCAgYQABgWGB7CAgsQABiABBiGAxiKBcICBRAhGKsCwgIHECEYoAEYCpgDAIgGAZAGCJIHCDEuMTMuMi4xoAffRQ&sclient=mobile-gws-wiz-serphttps://www.ingramsmithturner.com/obituary/Alicia-Youngbloodhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Kathleen_Jo_HenrySupport the showBook a cruise with Murder and Mimosas:https://saltykissestravel.com/truecrimehalloweenhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1336304093519465https://twitter.com/Murder_Mimosashttps://www.instagram.com/murder.mimosas/murder.mimosas@gmail.comhttps://uppbeat.io/t/the-wayward-hearts/a-calm-hellfire License code: ZJZ99QK39IWFF0FB

Alaska State Troopers arrested a suspect over the weekend in connection to the deaths of two Hooper Bay teenagers whose bodies were found in a home last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spooky Reads is BAAACCKKKK!!! My first victim is Merrill David reading BloodCum: with Pumkin Spice. Synopsis: Nome was already known for its extremely high incidence of violent crimes such as homicide, sexual assault, and robbery. But in the vast winter wilderness of this small town, the only thing more brutal than the frigid Alaska temperatures are the recent killings that have the whole community cowering. And when the Alaska State Troopers are called in, the only thing warmer than rookie Crime Scene Tech Stacy Cartwright's bed is the hot, vile breath emitted by the creature that's tearing its victims to shreds and discarding their blood drained bodies in the once-white snow. Will Stacy's investigation solve the mystery behind these slayings? Or will her discovery of several sticky substances left behind by multiple beings only prove more baffling? BLOODCUM! About the Author Merrill David grew up in Rhode Island, an avid fan of the New England sports teams, Marvel comics, and all-things horror and sci-fi. He recently retired from his career in the Dallas area and resides in East Texas during the winters and back in New England for the rest of the seasons. A fierce brain tumor survivor warrior, Merrill and his wife enjoy traveling, the outdoors, spending family time with their children and their adorable Chinweenie dog Vinny. Follow @MerrillDavidhorror and Texas Author Con at Instagram, Facebook and Tiktok Thank you so much Merrill, such an honor to meet the founder of Texas Author Con.

Preliminary election results from last night point towards a $38.5 million hospital bond failing. A manhunt has ended on the Kenai Peninsula after Alaska State Troopers on Monday detained a person of interest in a fatal shooting. Central Peninsula Hospital held an educational fair Saturday to recognize cancer's impact on the community.

A manhunt has ended on the Kenai Peninsula after Alaska State Troopers on Tuesday detained a person of interest in a fatal shooting, and Katmai National Park and Preserve's annual celebration of brown bears gearing up for hibernation kicked off Wednesday morning.

Alaska State Troopers arrested two Seward residents on charges related to selling illegal drugs last week, the National Weather Service is splitting up forecast areas in the state to provide more detailed information about the weather in Alaska/Southcentral Alaska/Anchorage/the Kenai Peninsula, and a traveling exhibit about Americans during the Holocaust and World War II made its way to Seward.

The National Weather Service is splitting up forecast areas in the state to provide more detailed information about the weather in Southcentral Alaska. Alaska State Troopers arrested two Seward residents on charges related to selling illegal drugs last week. A traveling exhibit about Americans during the Holocaust and World War II made its way to Seward. Tuesday is municipal election day. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The head veterinarian of the Iditarod, Dr. Stuart Nelson, died earlier this week in Idaho, according to race officials. Plus, Alaska State Troopers are still looking for a man in Seward who they say is not currently a murder suspect, but was present when a woman was shot and killed early Wednesday morning. Those stories and more news and weather on this Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Central Peninsula Hospital will host a bone marrow drive Friday; Alaska State Troopers are looking for a suspect of a violent crime that happened this morning in Seward; and this week, Kenai Peninsula libraries are observing Banned Books Week.

On today's Midday report with host Terry Haines: A regional native organization is trying to raise awareness about dementia across the Aleutian Chain. The two officers who shot and killed a Juneau during a standoff earlier this summer will not face criminal charges. And the two Alaska State Troopers charged with assault after arresting the wrong person in Kenai pleaded not guilty in Kenai District Court. Photo: Police and other emergency officials treat Steven Kissack after he was shot on Front Street in Juneau. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire)

The Alaska SeaLife Center released four rehabilitated harbor seals into Cook Inlet near Kenai on Thursday; and Alaska State Troopers arrested a former Soldotna middle school custodian Thursday.

The Alaska Beluga Monitoring Program's fall season for the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers began Thursday; and two Alaska State Troopers are being charged with assault for using unreasonable force while arresting a person in Kenai who they thought was someone else.

Most parents can imagine no nightmare worse than the disappearance of a child, but how can a parent possibly cope when both of their children vanish, swallowed by the Alaska wilderness? Sometime during the late-night hours of Sept. 5 or the early morning hours of Sept. 6, 1978, Scott Fandel, 13, and Amy Fandel, 8, disappeared from their Sterling, Alaska home on the Kenai Peninsula, 136 miles (218.9 km) south of Anchorage. The mystery of what happened to the Fandel children has baffled Alaska State Troopers for over four decades. How can two kids vanish from their home without a trace?   Age Progression ________________________________________________________ Now Available _________________________________________________________________________ IF YOU ENJOY LISTENING TO YOUR NOVELS, CHECK OUT THE AUDIOBOOK VERSION OF MASSACRE AT BEAR CREEK LODGE ________________________________ Robin Barefield is the author of five Alaska wilderness mystery novels, Big Game, Murder Over Kodiak, The Fisherman's Daughter, Karluk Bones, and Massacre at Bear Creek Lodge. She has also written two non-fiction books: Kodiak Island Wildlife and Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier. Sign up to subscribe to her free monthly newsletter on true murder and mystery in Alaska. Subscribe to Robin's free, monthly Murder and Mystery Newsletter for more stories about true crime and mystery from Alaska. Join her on: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit her website at http://robinbarefield.com Check out her books at Author Masterminds ___________________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to support Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier? Become a patron and join The Last Frontier Club. Each month Robin will provide one or more of the following to club members. · An extra episode of Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier available only for club members. Behind-the-scenes glimpses of life and wildlife in the Kodiak wilderness. · Breaking news about ongoing murder cases and new crimes in Alaska ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Merchandise! Visit the Store        

An SUV collided with an all-terrain vehicle in Sterling on Monday, according to Alaska State Troopers, and on Tuesday research reserve staff, along with community members, conducted crab monitoring on the Homer Spit.

Alaska State Troopers arrested a man last Friday after pursuing him in a high-speed chase. Hundreds of runners prepared to race over three miles from the streets of Seward up Mount Marathon and back as part of the city's numerous Independence Day festivities. Gov. Mike Dunleavy signed a bill expanding a state scholarship program last month.

Alaska State Troopers arrested a man last Friday after pursuing him in a high-speed chase, and Kenai Peninsula school board members undid budget cuts on Monday they'd implemented for the coming school year.

Alaska State Troopers arrested a deckhand at Iliamna Bay and charged him with multiple counts of third degree assault late last month. A wildfire that burned more than 50 acres east of Tustumena Lake this weekend was caused by an escaped campfire at Centennial Lake Campground, according to the Alaska Division of Forestry. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game will open the Russian River Sanctuary Area early for sockeye salmon sport fishing. The fishery will open tomorrow instead of July 15. After five decades of working for grocery chain Safeway-Carrs, an 82-year-old Kenai worker has no plans to retire.

Welcome to Mysteries to Die For and this Toe Tag.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is normally a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you at the heart of mystery. Today is a bonus episode we call a Toe Tag. It is the first chapter from a fresh release in the mystery, crime, and thriller genre.Today's featured release is Wet, Warm & Noisy by David A. Willson. TG Wolff ReviewWet, Warm & Noisy is an psychological thriller. Alaska State Trooper Jake Ward is stuck on light duty and a polygraph assignment is welcome break from the monotony. A woman was arrested breaking into a warehouse. Her defense: she was kidnapped. Ward's job is to determine if she is a suspect or a victim. As he is realizing something is out of the ordinary, she is broken out of jail. Now a court services officer is fighting for his life, the woman is on the run with the shooter, and there is no way in hell Ward is staying out of the case.Bottom line: Wet, Warm & Noisy is for you if you like psychological thrillers with a side of medical sci-fi.Strengths of the story. The premise of the story is simple and intriguing. There was something wrong with Belle Anderson. Any drugs would have worked out of her system, so what was the explanation for the way she would freeze up? She was alternately oblivious and hyperly aware. A mix of curiosity and duty drive Ward to investigate Anderson, leading him into a world of study on the brain and human consciousness. This is a psychological thriller, but if it were a mystery, it would be a whatisgoingon. Willson does an excellent job of grabbing the reader by the curiosity and never letting go.Jake Ward is a likeable character. He's a thinking man, not an action hero. He has survived surgery and treatments for pancreatic cancer and is determined to get the rest of his life back. Ward is a normal guy, sometimes making decisions that put his back in a corner. He drives the story, continually pushing on who Belle Anderson is and what her circumstances are. If Ward would have backed off, the story would have ended. His actions challenge the bad guys (BG) world, forcing BG to react and Ward to overcome another obstacle.Belle Anderson is not a stereotypical character. She is the narrator in a few chapters, giving us a peak into the BG world that Ward doesn't have. She will challenge readers to decide if she is a criminal or a victim. Belle went into the BG world willingly but, Unlike Ward, was not able to drive her narrative, becoming a victim. I cheered for Belle but other readers could easily go the other way. Just recognizing this means Willson did an excellent job crafting her.The Alaskan setting is richly described, showing the challenges of protecting the peace in such a large territory. The supporting characters are well developed and act true to their nature. I especially liked that the other Alaska State Troopers acted as a professional and supportive organization. Meaning, I liked that there was not the trope of the a-hole boss who the hero is battling. .Where the story fell short of ideal: There isn't much to pick on in this one. The logic, when examined from the backend forward, is a pretty straight line with no breaks. That's not always the case with thrillers as they seek to surprise the reader with a twist. Ward put in the time and sweat equity to unearth the clues, using the technology and other resource available to the troopers. The story largely avoided use of coincidences. There was one, single scene where I didn't follow how the BGs got to a certain place. Could have been convenient for the story or me just missing a key detail. Willson's pacing is deliberate, allowing the story to unfold. There were times when I wanted it to move faster, but that was primarily driven by my curiosity wanting to know...

In this episode Payne continues contact with Oregon Jon, visits Atlanta Department of Public Safety in Anchorage, heads back to Nome to speak with the Alaska State Troopers and begins looking further into the case of Joseph Balderas. Follow the show on Instagram: @upandvanished Subscribe to Tenderfoot+ for ad-free listening, exclusive bonuses and early access. {apple.co/upandvanished} To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You might be familiar with the recent National Geographic documentary series, Alaska State Troopers. The show followed several troopers from different areas of the state as they made their daily rounds. Two of the troopers featured on the show were Sergeant Patrick “Scott” Johnson and Gabriel “Gabe” Rich. Both men worked out of the Alaska State Troopers' Fairbanks Rural Service Unit. A camera crew was not with the men on the fateful day of May 1st, 2014. Sources Chomicz, Dorothy. “Kangas found guilty of evidence tampering in Alaska State Trooper deaths.” April 23, 2015. Fairbanks Daily News-Miner. Chomicz, Dorothy. Arvin Kangas sentenced in case related to Alaska StateTrooper killings.” September 3, 2015. Fairbanks Daily News-Miner. Chomicz, Dorothy. “Courtroom tenses as Nathanial Kangas murder trial gets underway.” May 9, 2016. Fairbanks Daily News-Miner. Chomicz, Dorothy. “Pilot describes scene in Tanana minutes after troopers killed.” May 10, 2016. Fairbanks Daily News-Miner. Edge, Josh. “Man convicted in Tanana trooper killings sentenced to 203 years in prison.” November 3, 2016. Alaska Public Media. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ NOW AVAILABLE THE AUDIOBOOK OF MASSACRE AT BEAR CREEK LODGE ____________________________________________________________________________________ Join the Murder and Mystery in the First Frontier Facebook Group! __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Robin Barefield is the author of five Alaska wilderness mystery novels, Big Game, Murder Over Kodiak, The Fisherman's Daughter, Karluk Bones, and Massacre at Bear Creek Lodge. She has also written two non-fiction books: Kodiak Island Wildlife and Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier. Sign up to subscribe to her free monthly newsletter on true murder and mystery in Alaska. Subscribe to Robin's free, monthly Murder and Mystery Newsletter for more stories about true crime and mystery from Alaska. Join her on: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit her website at http://robinbarefield.com Check out her books at Author Masterminds ___________________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to support Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier? Become a patron and join The Last Frontier Club. Each month Robin will provide one or more of the following to club members. · An extra episode of Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier available only for club members. Behind-the-scenes glimpses of life and wildlife in the Kodiak wilderness. · Breaking news about ongoing murder cases and new crimes in Alaska ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Merchandise! Visit the Store          

In 1983, another woman's body is found in the sand banks of the Knik River. The police can no longer deny there is a serial killer at work. Detective Glenn Flothe takes on the case at the Alaska State Troopers and realizes it is much bigger than he ever imagined. He painstakingly tracks down further survivors of the man terrorizing Anchorage, including former dancer Christy Hayes, who speaks publicly for the first time about her abduction and escape. Meanwhile, Flothe narrows in on his suspect as Detective Maxine Farrell arrives to aid the investigation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neighbors suspected Elmer Haab was up to no good, and when his wife, Bonnie, mysteriously disappeared, they feared Elmer had done something to her. Alaska State Troopers also found the disappearance of Bonnie Haab suspicious, but with no body, there was little they could do. Sources: Anderson, Dianne. “Haab leads troopers to pyre where he burned wife's body.” July 17, 1969. Anchorage Daily Times. Anderson, Diane. “Man admits he cremated body of his wife.” July 16, 1969. Anchorage Daily Times. Anderson, Dianne. “The last time he saw Bonnie, her face was bruised and bleeding.” July 7, 19, 1969. Anchorage Daily Times. Brennan, Tom. Cold Crime. Chapter 2: “Mystery of Mendeltna Lodge.” 2005. Kenmore, WA. Epicenter Press. Drebert, Richard. “Ashes on the Mendeltna.” Cache of Grace. Maguire, Sean. “The Mendeltna Creek Lodge near Glenallen has burned down.” KTUU News. Webster, Dave. “Police crack theft ring; three sought.” February 22, 1968. Anchorage Daily Times. Webster, Dave. “Suspect in theft ring is arrested.” February 23, 1968. Anchorage Daily Times. “Elmer Haab nabbed by Arizona Sheriff.” April 10, 1968. Anchorage Daily Times. “Haab sent to Arizona.” September 4, 1969. Anchorage Daily Times. “Police jail theft suspect.” March 15, 1968. Anchorage Daily Times. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________   Karluk Bones Audiobook Narrated by Beth Chaplin _________________________________________________________________________________________ Join the Murder and Mystery in the First Frontier Facebook Group! __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Robin Barefield is the author of five Alaska wilderness mystery novels, Big Game, Murder Over Kodiak, The Fisherman's Daughter, Karluk Bones, and Massacre at Bear Creek Lodge. She has also written two non-fiction books: Kodiak Island Wildlife and Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier. Sign up to subscribe to her free monthly newsletter on true murder and mystery in Alaska. Subscribe to Robin's free, monthly Murder and Mystery Newsletter for more stories about true crime and mystery from Alaska. Join her on: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit her website at http://robinbarefield.com Check out her books at Author Masterminds ___________________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to support Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier? Become a patron and join The Last Frontier Club. Each month Robin will provide one or more of the following to club members. · An extra episode of Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier available only for club members. Behind-the-scenes glimpses of life and wildlife in the Kodiak wilderness. · Breaking news about ongoing murder cases and new crimes in Alaska ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Merchandise! Visit the Store    

On August 11, 2017, Unfound first released its coverage of the disappearance of Erin Gilbert--an episode called The Last Place. She was a 24 year old woman from San Francisco. She was athletic and loved to shoot pool. During 1995 she was in Anchorage, Alaska spending time with family. On July 1, she went on a date to the town of Girdwood. While there, Erin and her date got separated. She was never seen again. Today Unfound revisits this Erin's case, with new commentary, to hopefully re-ignite inquiries into what happened. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinMarieGilbert Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/erin-marie-gilbert NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/2938?nav Article: https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/crime-courts/2017/08/22/a-long-time-gone-she-went-to-a-girdwood-festival-in-1995-then-disappeared-now-theres-a-reward/ If you have any information concerning the disappearance of Erin Gilbert, please contact the  Alaska State Troopers at (907) 269-5511. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4bh2ppqACeF7BdKw_93eA/join --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Monday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your questions. --Contribute to Unfound at Patreon.com/unfoundpodcast. You can also contribute at Paypal: paypal.me/unfoundpodcast --email address: unfoundpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices