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Photo: Bernadette Hartley and other volunteers assemble opioid-reversal kits at an August 29, 2025, event in Anchorage, Alaska. (Yereth Rosen / Alaska Beacon) A new health report has mixed news for Alaskans. The findings come from the Healthy Alaskans program, a partnership between the Alaska Department of Health and the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium. As Yereth Rosen reports from the Alaska Beacon, key takeaways from the research show that chronic health problems like obesity and high blood pressure persist and childhood vaccinations continue to lag. Over the last decade, infant mortality rates have shown no improvement with markedly higher rates among Alaska Natives. The state's life expectancy remains unchanged, but the report points to some encouraging trends, particularly for younger Alaskans. The statewide assessment found a significant increase in prenatal care. High school graduation rates are up, and the longstanding graduation gap among Alaska Native students has narrowed. The reports says this is important, because education is linked to better health. It also found that Alaska teens are less likely today to be exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke, a trend the report links to tobacco-free zones and other policies. Drug overdose rates appear to be leveling off. The research found that more food grown in Alaska has become easier to find, while better access to trails supports exercise and traditional subsistence practices. There are some troubling developments on the horizon. Climate change has affected fish runs and the availability of wild foods, important to the diet of rural Alaskans. Environmental changes have also increased the risk of new diseases, while wildfire smoke poses health hazards in some parts of the state. The Voices Not Forgotten page on the FBI website shows current cases. The FBI is increasing rewards for information in cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous people and relatives in North Dakota and nationwide, as Judith Ruiz-Branch reports. Brandon Baity is executive director of the Indigenous Association in Fargo, North Dakota and a White Earth descendant, “We’re left very vulnerable due to a lot of systemic and intergenerational reasons. So the bottom line is addressing some of that vulnerability in our community overall would help us go further up the river, so we’re not always pulling people out of the river, literally and figuratively.” Forty percent of North Dakota's missing population is Indigenous. As part of the Voices Not Forgotten initiative, FBI officials have set a minimum $25,000 reward for help with cracking dozens of nationwide cases. Baity believes the level of attention a case receives can come down to whether a victim is viewed as “worthy”. He raises questions about which lives are deemed deserving of public concern and institutional resources. Factors like addiction or housing instability can lead to victim-blaming, Baity adds, even though every missing person has family, friends and loved ones who want them found. “They’re still people and they’re still deserving of care and support in our community and from our organizations and our institutions that are here to keep us safe. And so I just think we really need to focus more on, why are there so many murdered and missing Indigenous people in our country?” FBI data shows nearly 10,000 American Indian and Alaska Native individuals were reported missing nationwide in 2025. Baity says informal networks in the Fargo-Moorhead area mobilize and organize searches for local families who are impacted, but those efforts can be limited by a lack of resources and formal support. He adds that increased rewards and investigative resources are important, but preventing these cases in the first place requires sustained investment in the safety and stability of Indigenous communities. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Tuesday, September 1, 2026 — Growing understanding of head injuries changes sports at all levels

It's Monday, August 31st, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Burmese military killed pastor and another believer The Burma Research Institute has confirmed that Rev. William, who used no last name, and another Chin Christian, Nam Ceu, were extrajudicially murdered on June 4th by the Burmese military dictatorship in Myanmar, reports International Christian Concern.  Rev. William had pastored the Chungcung Baptist Church in Chin State for more than 25 years. He was arrested with Ceu in May and had been detained by the military since then. Sources told the Burma Research Institute that Rev. William and Nam Ceu were killed for allegedly supporting the Hakha Chinland Defense Force, which is fighting against the Burmese military dictatorship. Psalm 116:15 says, "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Zo Tum Hmung, President of the Burma Research Institute, said, “We call the Trump administration to protect the persecuted Christians in Burma.” Send a polite, 4-sentence note to Kyaw Moe Tun, the Permanent Representative of Myanmar to the United Nations.  Address it to the Myanmar Delegation, 10 East 77th Street, New York, NY 10075. Democrat James Talarico: Muslims and Christians worship same God James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senator in Texas who is running against Republican Ken Paxton, the current Texas Attorney General, falsely claimed that Muslims worship the same God as Jews and Christians. Listen. TALARICO: “Christians and Muslims and Jews all worship the same God. Muslims love Jesus. They love Moses and Abraham. We are all branches on the same tree as the Abrahamic faiths.  “So. it's heartbreaking to watch extremists, whether they are Christian nationalists or whether they're the Taliban or al-Qaeda, perverting these beautiful traditions, that have so much in common, to attack others and consolidate their own power.” There are three primary differences between Christianity and Islam. First, regarding the nature of God, Christians teach that God is the Trinity—one God existing in three co-equal, co-eternal persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19) By contrast, Islam completely rejects the Trinity. Second, Christians believe that Jesus is the divine Son of God and God incarnate who physically died on the cross for the atonement of the sins of the elect and rose from the dead. (John 1:1,14) By contrast, while Islam reveres Jesus as a major, virgin-born prophet and messenger of God, it explicitly denies His divinity, crucifixion, and resurrection. And third, Christianity teaches that salvation is a free gift of grace received through personal faith in the finished sacrificial work of Jesus Christ, rather than by human effort. (Ephesians 2:8-9) By contrast, Islam teaches that salvation depends on total submission to Allah's will, adherence to the Five Pillars of Islam, and the final judgment of one's deeds. Therefore, Muslims and Christians clearly do not worship the same God. Georgia Democrat distanced himself from antisemitic leftist Georgia Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff has offered sharp criticism of President Donald Trump which generated buzz about Ossoff potentially running for president in 2028.   That, in turn, has attracted some left-wing figures who have lauded his messaging like left-wing streamer Hasan Piker, who told the Jewish Telegraphic Agency in April that he was “intrigued” by Ossoff. There are two developments of note.  First, Ossoff, whose father is Jewish, is facing criticism from some of Georgia's local Jewish community over his votes to block certain arms sales to Israel. Second, Senator Ossoff has distanced himself from Hasan Piker over recent comments that many interpreted as justifying threats to American Jews,  reports the Jewish Telegraph Agency.   Speaking on a Twitch livestream on August 20th, Piker said this. PIKER: “If Jews in America keep putting this idea out there that they are singularly invested in Israel, eventually someone's going to come around and take action. Not against the state of Israel, mind you, but against American Jews.” Last Thursday, according to Fox News, an Ossoff spokesman said that the senator “unreservedly rejects reckless and dangerous rhetoric suggesting that policy advocacy invites violence against the Jewish community or any community.” In Genesis 12:3, God said, “I will make [Israel] into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on Earth will be blessed through you.” Undercover video exposes GOP Sen. Murkowski on SAVE Act And finally, liberal Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska stood on the Senate floor and painted a grim picture of the supposed damage the SAVE America Act, or the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, would do in her home state.  This is the bill that would ensure that American citizens — and only American citizens — should decide American elections. It would simply require: A valid ID before registering to vote in a federal election. Proof of citizenship. No Mail-in Ballots (except for illness, disability, military, or travel). Listen to Senator Murkowski's claim. MURKOWSKI: “What we're talking about right now is just the registration to vote. So, you're in Unalaska -- say you're a fisherman or a teacher -- the flight to Anchorage, because this is where you're going to have to go -- you're going to have to go into Anchorage: 800 air miles, $1,100 per seat, if you can maybe get on a charter.” James O'Keefe, an undercover journalist with the O'Keefe Media Group and the Justice League, flew to Unalaska to find out firsthand if Senator Murkowski's claim was true. Listen to his analysis. O'KEEFE: “I'm James O'Keefe, and I'm in the middle of absolutely nowhere, about 800 miles off the coast of Alaska, on a remote island in the Aleutian Islands. “Now, Senator Lisa Murkowski says that one of the reasons she's not going to pass the SAVE Act is because of people that live here on this island of Unalaska.  “Senator Murkowski saying if the SAVE Act passes, online registration goes away, and the residents here, the few thousand people that live here, are going to have to fly 800 miles and spend thousands of dollars to go to Anchorage to take care of their business.  “But all the people we spoke with here, they all said that that's wrong, including the post office, the library, the city clerk, the DMV. We didn't know there was a DMV here. Everyone we spoke to here said they're able to register to vote here. They're able to prove citizenship by going to the library.  “So, Senator Murkowski says, ‘If you're a fisherman in Unalaska, the closest election office is 800 miles away; it would cost $1,500. You would also need a hotel, cabs, and food while in Anchorage. But the librarian just told us differently.” Here is the portion of the undercover investigation with a female undercover agent, who accompanied O'Keefe, to the library in Unalaska. UNDERCOVER FEMALE AGENT: “Just wanted to learn a little bit more about the process to get an ID. “ LIBRARIAN: “We do passports here.” UNDERCOVER AGENT: “Oh, you do passports here.” UNDERCOVER O'KEEFE: “Mmm.” UNDERCOVER FEMALE AGENT:  “That's good to know, though, that if somebody wants to confirm their citizenship, they can do it here.” UNDERCOVER O'KEEFE: “To get the Alaska ID, do you get it here or back in Anchorage?” LIBRARIAN: “Oh no, here. The DMV should be the near the police station.” UNDERCOVER O'KEEFE: “So, we don't have to go to Anchorage to get it.”  LIBRARIAN: “No, no, no. As long as you have all the paperwork you need.”  UNDERCOVER O'KEEFE: “But I read in the newspaper that the senator [Lisa Murkowski], said, ‘Oh, they're going to pass this SAVE Act, and everyone's got to go to Anchorage to get it.'” LIBRARIAN: “I don't think so.” UNDERCOVER O'KEEFE: “Oh no. Okay.” Proverbs 12:19 says, “Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.” Call liberal Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski's office in DC, 24 hours a day/7 days a week, and ask the live operator to connect you to her voicemail, urging her to support the SAVE America Act. Her number is (202) 224-6665. Tell her that you reject her false claim that people in the Aleutian Islands have to travel 800 miles by air to register to vote in Anchorage. Plus, call your two Senators at 202-224-3121 and ask them to vote for the SAVE America Act as well. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, August 31st, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ

The first of our occasional weekend bonus episodes… Bewildered by the tangled stories of Putin's war on Ukraine, Trump's incomprehensible loyalty to the Russian tyrant, and Russia's interference in British politics? The Guardian's foreign correspondent Luke Harding ties all the threads together in his riveting new book Betrayed: Trump, Putin And The New Age Of Conquest – laying bare how thoroughly Putin played Trump and the enormity of what has happened to our old world of rules.   He talks to Andrew Harrison about the big picture that daily news misses, the return of Great Power politics, and whether Donald Trump really is a Russian asset.   • Buy Luke's book Betrayal: Trump, Putin and The New Age of Conquest from our affiliate bookshop and you'll help fund the podcast by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too.  • Questions for But Your Emails? Thoughts? Comments? Email us at ogwn@podmasters.co.uk.   • Photo: Trump greets Putin on the tarmac in Anchorage, Alaska on August 15 2025. (Photo by Kremlin Press Service / Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images)  Support us on Patreon - www.patreon.com/ohgodwhatnow  Written and presented by Group Editor Andrew Harrison. Produced by James Liddell. Audio Production by Tom Taylor. Art direction: James Parrett. Theme tune by Tom Taylor and Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production.  www.podmasters.co.uk   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let's talk about what actually happens when real people finally stop holding back in the bedroom… because the best sex education doesn't always come from experts. Sometimes it comes from a husband who spent months asking for something his wife wasn't sure about, or a couple whose 20 year marriage took a very unexpected turn on a dance floor in Anchorage, or a woman who spent years unable to orgasm with a partner and finally got there in the last way she ever expected. In this episode I'm reading three real listener success stories out loud, and I promise you will learn something from every single one of them. ABOUT EMILY: Emily Morse is a Doctor of Human Sexuality, author and host of the #1 rated Sex with Emily podcast. Known as a renowned sexologist, Dr. Emily has helped millions of people around the world navigate their sex lives. Her candid and often funny conversations challenge cultural taboos, misinformation and awkward sex talks to create a future where people can deeply connect and embrace pleasure-filled lives. Because, life is too short for bad sex. CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/ X: https://twitter.com/sexwithemily Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithemily Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sexwithemily WANT MORE? Visit the Website: https://sexwithemily.com/ which includes FREE guides. Free Downloadable Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/ Text With Me: https://sexwithemily.com/text Receive Sex Tips On The Regular: https://sexwithemily.com/subscribe Interested in 1:1 Coaching with Emily? Go to http://sexwithemily.com/coaching to apply! This episode is sponsored by: Bellesa: EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE Rose suction toy with their order! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/emilymorse-podcast ============================= Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:46 Story 1: The Pegging Journey 06:00 Why Receiving Changes Everything for Men 08:30 What Happened After She Said Yes 10:15 How One Conversation Transformed Their Whole Relationship 14:45 Story 2: The Threesome That Started on a Dance Floor 19:00 What Made It Work and What They Learned 22:00 Story 3: Her First Penetrative Orgasm 24:00 How She Finally Got There 25:18 What All Three Stories Have in Common Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Wunderlich joins Kevin Young to read and discuss “My Great-Grandmother's Bible,” by Spencer Reece, and his own poem “The Bats.” Wunderlich is the author of five books of poems, including “The Anchorage,” which received the Lambda Literary Award; “The Earth Avails,” which won the Rilke Prize; and “God of Nothingness,” which was published in 2021. His new book, “MATEY,” is forthcoming from Graywolf Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iñupiaq village of Shungnak in Northwest Alaska likely has the questionable distinction of having the most expensive gasoline in the United States. The Alaska Beacon reports that the price climbed to $26.82 a gallon last week — more than six times the national average of $4.10 a gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Glenda Douglas, who manages the village store, posted a photo of the price she paid for gas on Facebook. People questioned whether it was real. “It's very much real.” As a Native corporation shareholder, Douglas received a hefty discount, but still paid more than $107 for five gallons of gas. Shungnak is a remote community on the Kobuk River east of Kotzebue. There are only three ways to reach the village: by snowmachine in the winter, boat in the summer, or by air. Flying is the only reliable year-round transportation. This summer, low water levels disrupted barge deliveries, which forced fuel to be flown in. Those transportation costs came on top of already high prices due to the conflict with Iran. Douglas said gas had to be flown in twice to Shungnak this summer, when barges could not get in. She says the spike comes as subsistence hunters prepare for their fall hunts – and need gas to harvest food for their families. Chief Paul Memorial School in Kipnuk, Alaska. (Courtesy Lower Kuskokwim School District) With classes underway in schools across the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the Lower Kuskokwim School District has announced that it will not be re-opening schools in the two communities hit hardest by ex-typhoon Halong last October. KYUK's Evan Erickson has more. In a letter to families sent following the board’s regular meeting last week, the district said the Chief Paul Memorial School in Kipnuk and the Kwigillingok School will not reopen until critical infrastructure and facility repairs are completed. “We owe your children a school that is safe and fully ready before we ask them to walk back through the doors.” In Kipnuk, where around 90% of structures were damaged or destroyed, the school was one of the few buildings to come through ex-typhoon Halong relatively unscathed. It has since served as a base for locals and outside contractors working to rebuild the community. According to Native Village of Kipnuk President Daniel Paul, around 190 people were in the community as of Monday, a mix of people practicing subsistence and shoring up infrastructure. Nearly 1,000 people lived in Kipnuk prior to its near-total evacuation in the days following the storm. In the case of the Kwigillingok School, the letter to families also cites a “no go home” order put in place by the tribe's governing body that remains in effect. A representative from the Native Village of Kwigillingok did not respond to a request for comment about the status of the order for this story. Nearly all of the 400 residents of Kwigillingok were airlifted to Bethel after Halong damaged or destroyed an estimated 35% of structures. As of Tuesday, around 40 people remained in the community, according to the tribe. LKSD Superintendent Jason Hlasny said by email on Tuesday that the district had enrolled 60 students from Kipnuk and 55 students from Kwigillingok in schools in the district as of last week. The district says it is exploring online and distance learning opportunities for any K-8 students currently residing in the communities. For high school students, the district says enrollment is available through the district's existing online learning academy and individual online learning options. An Anchorage School District spokesperson said on Tuesday that about 145 students from Kipnuk and Kwigillingok are currently enrolled in Anchorage schools. Both communities' tribal members have voted to relocate since the storm. LKSD says it plans to share an update on the status of the Kipnuk and Kwigillingok schools by November 1. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native Ameica Calling episode Wednesday, August 26, 2026 — Arizona's dramatic SNAP ordeal may be a bellwether for other states

In which Futureling Adam Wonderly discusses how a rug empire ended up creating a Canadian landmark, and John learns that Anchorage could have done better than an indoor ice rink. Certificate #43923.

In this episode of Business Legacy Podcast, Paul Dio sits down with Daniel Boettcher, founder of The Intrepid Wendell, for one of the most quietly extraordinary conversations the show has produced. Daniel is an attorney, a gemologist, a polyglot, and a jeweler — not because he planned to be, but because an illness redirected a career pointed at the U.S. State Department, and a bitterly cold February day in Antwerp introduced him to the diamond trade through a private club above a cigar lounge. Daniel explains what he actually does, and it takes a minute to fully land. He doesn't just make jewelry. He listens to someone's history — their loves, their losses, their origin stories, the things they want to reach across time to say — and then he represents that history in an object. The pilot who wanted to divide his ring into four pieces, one for each child, so that the thing that touched his skin every day could touch theirs after he was gone. The couple who met in a sunflower field in Kansas and knew immediately — her engagement ring is a sunflower, because sunflowers always point toward the light even on an overcast day. The conversation moves through Daniel's remarkable range. Growing up a polyglot and the way different languages carry different flavors — Spanish for emotion and poetry, English for calendars and formulas, and the Spanglish of Puerto Rico squishing both together into something new. The challenge of getting clients to trust him with their histories, because the histories are where the real work begins. The ocean crossing from Tokyo to Anchorage he took in May that gave him the vertical perspective he needs to stay functional in a scatterplot life. The episode closes on legacy — both the one Daniel builds for others and the one he's quietly building for himself. A mentorship philosophy. A preservation organization he's starting in Old San Juan to privately fund the repair of bronze sculptures and 1892 tablets that the politics of historic preservation keep leaving unattended. He doesn't need his name on it. He just wants the statues to still be there. Timestamps 00:00 — Welcome and introduction 00:45 — The plan that was interrupted by illness 02:30 — Antwerp, a cigar lounge, and the diamond bourse 04:00 — Jewelry as representation of personal history 06:00 — Paul's wife's ring turned into a daughter's necklace 07:00 — The pilot's ring that comes apart in four pieces 10:00 — The challenge of earning client trust and opening the well 12:30 — What it means to make a piece that could only belong to one person 14:00 — The sunflower ring and the Kansas City couple 17:00 — Being a polyglot and the flavors of different languages 20:00 — Spanglish in Puerto Rico 22:00 — Languages as keys to legacy 23:00 — Motivation and the scatterplot life 24:30 — The Pacific Ocean crossing as a vertical reset 26:00 — Only control what's yours 27:00 — Legacy as professing love and treating people well 28:00 — Mentorship and the cost of short job tenures 29:30 — San Juan Preserva and the 1892 tablets 31:00 — Where to find Daniel and The Intrepid Wendell Episode Resources Discover how Daniel helps clients turn personal histories, origin stories, and the people they love into one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry that could only belong to one person — and carry on long after they do: www.theintrepidwendell.com Legacy Podcast: For more information about the Legacy Podcast and its co-hosts, visit https://businesslegacypodcast.com Leave a Review: If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review and rating on your preferred podcast platform. For more information: Visit https://businesslegacypodcast.com to access the show notes and additional resources on the episode.  

Daniel Buitrago, Brandon Fifield & Chad Aurentz are back in studio with special guest and archery pro Justin Befort of Hoyt Archery and Full Curl Archery out of Anchorage, Alaska. Daniel got the Goat back from @grizzlyexpediters, micros spikes vs cramp-ons, congrats to sheep hunters on opening week (Emily, Cole & Joe Peters), cleaning big game critters in the water, mustache strength, solitude of a solo hunter, Justin'n goat hunt, Ollin Snapcase adapter, pushing the tag when you potentially injure a big game animal, the new Alaska State Sheep Identification quiz has some tricky questions, Justin's intro, Born & Raised Alaskan, first archery moose kill on For Richardson Army Base, The Vegas Shoot, top of the line, trust the float, shooting at the mind game, train hard & complete easy , The bow hunter games, club comp vs. Hoyt Comps, Easton Foundation, international shooting venues, Vegas, Netherlands, India, Turkey, China, Olympic Re-Curve in the Olympics, getting set-up with a bow, from then lotto the high, foundation outdoors freeze dried meals, the 3r's brought to you by Gameday Mens Health, Justin his on that magnesium, Western Mountaineering Kodiak bag,   Visit our Website - www.alaskawildproject.com Follow on Instagram - www.instagram.com/alaskawildproject Watch on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@alaskawildproject $upport on Patreon - www.patreon.com/alaskawildproject

**Taxpayer Relief Shots: When Self-Defense Meets Reality**In a world where the line between right and wrong is often blurred, we're forced to confront the harsh realities of self-defense. From the streets of New Jersey to the apartments of Texas, we're seeing a trend that's both shocking and thought-provoking. Today's episode delves into the world of taxpayer relief shots, where the consequences of our actions can be deadly.We're not here to judge or lecture, but to explore the complexities of a situation where a homeowner's right to defend themselves is put to the test. From a woman who shot and killed an intruder in her Florida home to a security guard who took down an armed robber in Chicago, we're examining the what-ifs and the maybes that leave us questioning our own moral compass. What happens when the rules of engagement are unclear, and the stakes are higher than ever?We're not just talking about statistics or abstract concepts; we're talking about real people, real situations, and real consequences. From a domestic dispute in Downey, California, to a standoff in Anchorage, Alaska, we're seeing the human side of taxpayer relief shots. It's a world where the rules of self-defense are constantly evolving, and the consequences of our actions can be devastating.So, join us as we explore the complexities of taxpayer relief shots and the world of self-defense. Listen as we examine the what-ifs and the maybes, and discover the harsh realities of a world where the line between right and wrong is often blurred. Tune in to hear the stories, the perspectives, and the insights that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about self-defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on Aug. 21 that he will allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to be imported with no out-of-quota tariff for 90 days, as he attempts to reduce beef prices for American families.The U.S. military said on Aug. 20 that eight people were killed when a charter plane crashed at a remote military radar site in western Alaska.The aircraft was carrying eight people when it crashed near Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site Airport, about 450 miles west of Anchorage, which is managed by the Pacific Air Forces Regional Support Center, according to the military.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday says the U.S. is unveiling what he calls the toughest sanctions in history on Iran. Bessent says he will announce the details on Monday. He says the measures will target Iran's ability to generate revenue and support its military and is warning countries and companies that continue trading with Iran that they could also face U-S penalties.The U.S. military on Friday says all eight people aboard a charter plane are dead, after it crashed at a remote radar site in western Alaska. Officials say the twin-engine Cessna was carrying two pilots and six passengers when it went down on THursday about 450 miles west of Anchorage. Air Force Lieutenant General Robert Davis called it ‘a devastating loss for our military family and the communities we serve.' Senator Lisa Murkowski offered condolences to the victims' families. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.A popular election forecaster, Cook Political Report, has shifted Senate races in red states into toss-up territory. Control of the senate as a whole is a toss-up, but many analysts predict that socialist wins in battleground primaries will hurt Democrats' chances. Democrats will need a net gain of four seats to take control of the upper chamber.

All eight people aboard a charter aircraft that went down near a remote Western Alaska radar site on Thursday were killed following a second landing attempt in thick fog and low visibility, federal investigators announced Friday. An Anchorage police officer whose patrol car struck a taxicab in midtown Anchorage in early August, killing two people, did not have the green light when he entered the intersection and was going above the speed limit, according to APD Chief Sean Case. Police have identified the woman fatally shot by an Anchorage officer Tuesday as 53-year-old Lora Brady, following a lengthy standoff at a downtown residential building.  

A plane crashed near Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site Airport, about 450 miles west of Anchorage. Sam Harrel with the Alaska Division of Forestry confirmed by phone Wednesday that the Mukluk fire grew to the northwest and east on Wednesday, bringing the total burned area to approximately 6,756 acres.  When an 800-pound Kodiak brown bear charged out of the brush on Tuesday, Katelynn Lane had only seconds to react.  

On today's Morning Edition, a tense armed standoff inside an Anchorage apartment ends with police opening fire and a woman killed. Why crisis counselors, SWAT and even a nearby polling place were all pulled into the response. Plus, a massive fire near Tok is leveling homes and driving families out with just the clothes on their backs. The devastation being left by the Mukluk fire.

Earl Kain doesn’t know that his friend of more than 40 years is trying to help him. She described the 40-year resident of Tok as a “typical Alaska man,” who doesn’t want to ask for help. A woman was shot and killed by an Anchorage police officer Tuesday afternoon in what was described by the city police chief as a crisis negotiation standoff. A brown bear family was euthanized in Eagle River after the Alaska Department of Fish and Game said it broke into a resident’s home.

Today on the Morning Edition, more questions than answers; a sixth officer-involved shooting this year alone in Anchorage, and APD says they're looking for answers in what led up to this event. We'll break down what we know so far. Later, the flood threat in Mendenhall Valley is over, and officials are breathing a sigh of relief that the situation wasn't as bad as it was predicted to be.

A man is in stable condition after being shot by an Anchorage police officer Thursday afternoon, but no audio was captured on the officer body-worn cameras, according to Anchorage’s police chief.  “There’s little reason to keep the session going,” Alaska’s Governor Mike Dunleavy, R, said on social media Thursday evening. It’s the tail end of a third special session to pass property tax exemptions for a private company in the hopes it creates an LNG pipeline. An Alaska firefighter who died while fighting a wildfire in Minnesota will be brought home, according to the Anchorage Fire Department.

This week, Bodie covers Volvo's upcoming EX50, Oregon's revamped EV rebate program, and Ford's newly named Fathom electric pickup. On the Tesla side, he discusses whether owners should be able to transfer purchased FSD after a vehicle is totaled, the Roadster's latest “very soon” promise, Tesla's new North American map update, and the decision not to bring back a manually adjustable FSD maximum speed. He also looks at extended-range EV maintenance and whether their gas engines may require less attention than you might expect. The second half of the episode turns to a 2023 Chevy Bolt rented for a quick trip through Alaska. Bodie shares what he liked about driving the Bolt, the features that surprised him, and the differences he noticed compared with his Model Y. He also recounts the much less predictable experience of finding working DC fast chargers while traveling between Anchorage and the Kenai Peninsula, and what the trip taught him about taking a relatively slow-charging EV through Alaska. Support the Show Other Podcasts: Beyond the Post YouTube Beyond the Post Podcast Shuffle Playlist 918Digital Website Live With It: Vocaster Two: The EASIEST Audio Interface for Podcasters - Live With It — YouTube Live With It – The DTNS Product Review Show — PodLink Publications: Electrek InsideEVs Not a Tesla App News Links: Volvo's next electric SUV will start in the upper $40,000 range Oregon's EV Rebates Are Back. Here's How To Get Up To $7,500 Ford's Affordable Electric Truck Finally Has A Name And A Price Should Tesla Allow FSD Transfers on Totaled Vehicles? Tesla Roadster Is Supposedly (Once Again) Coming 'Very Soon' Tesla Rolls Out New Maps Update in North America Tesla Won't Bring Back FSD Max Speed Option, Speed Selection Improvements Coming *Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A man is in stable condition after being shot by police Thursday afternoon in a northeast Anchorage parking lot. Water levels on Mendenhall Lake have gone down rapidly since peaking around 2:30 p.m., with city officials now calling the flood threat over. Former Vice President and 2024 Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris sent an email to Peltola supporters Wednesday, urging support for Democratic challenger Mary Peltola in the toss-up Alaska U.S. Senate race.

Thanks to our Partner, AppFueledAlaska may be known for its breathtaking scenery and extreme conditions, but running a successful auto repair shop there comes with challenges that most shop owners in the Lower 48 never have to consider. In this conversation, Brian and Kim sit down with Robert Wright of 1023 Diesel & Fleet in Palmer, Alaska, to explore what it's really like to own and grow a shop in one of the most unique automotive markets in the country. From marketing in remote communities and building a strong shop culture to navigating harsh winters, seasonal demand, staffing, and expanding from a diesel specialty shop into general automotive repair, Robert shares practical insights that apply no matter where your shop is located. If you're looking for fresh perspectives on leadership, marketing, and growing a thriving repair business, you won't want to miss this episode. Listen now and discover what every shop owner can learn from doing business in the Last Frontier.Show Notes with TimestampsIntroduction to the Podcast and Guest (00:00:09) Host Brian Walker introduces co-host Kim and guest Robert Wright, owner of 1023 Diesel in Palmer, Alaska.Misconceptions and Realities of Alaska (00:01:03) The hosts and guest discuss common stereotypes about Alaska from TV shows versus the reality of living there.Life in Palmer, Alaska (00:02:17) Robert describes the Palmer area, its proximity to Anchorage, its history as a farming colony, and its Midwest feel.Remote Alaskan Living (00:04:04) Discussion about the "road system" and how people access remote locations like Robert's cabin via plane, boat, or snowmachine.The Shop's Origins and Evolution (00:04:51) Robert explains how 1023 Diesel started in his garage and evolved from a diesel-only specialty shop to general automotive repair.Defining "Rural" in Alaska (00:06:21) The hosts and guest discuss the perception of "rural" and how Palmer is considered part of Alaska's main population center.Marketing to Remote Customers (00:07:04) Robert explains that customers travel hundreds of miles for service and how word-of-mouth is crucial for reaching off-grid communities.Community Involvement in Marketing (00:08:46) The importance of "boots on the ground" community marketing is discussed as an effective, old-fashioned approach in Alaska.Sponsor Message: AppFueled (00:09:59) A commercial break for the podcast sponsor, AppFueled, which creates custom loyalty apps for auto repair shops.Climate and Seasonality in Business (00:10:55) Discussion about Palmer's unique weather, including extreme winds, and how it creates seasonality in the auto repair business.Alaska's "Break Up" Season (00:12:21) Robert explains the spring "break up" season, when thawing ground leads to road weight restrictions, causing a business slowdown.Studded Tires and Winter Business (00:14:15) The group discusses state-mandated studded tires for winter traction and how tire changeovers create a busy season for shops.Corrosion and Winterizing Vehicles (00:15:00) The conversation covers the extreme rust on off-highway vehicles and the specifics of winterizing vehicles for the Alaskan climate.Staffing and Recruitment in Alaska (00:19:22) Robert discusses the challenges and strategies for finding technicians, noting that Alaska is a destination state for many.Building an Attractive Shop Culture (00:20:05) The importance of having a great facility, reputation, and culture, including a four-day workweek, to attract top talent.Customer Loyalty in Alaskan Communities (00:24:22) The hosts and guest talk about the strong sense of community loyalty in Alaska and the importance of reputation.Using a Rewards Program for Community Good (00:25:03) Robert shares how he used his shop's customer rewards program to raise funds for an injured community member.Closing Remarks and Invitation to Visit (00:26:12) Robert invites listeners to visit Alaska and offers to give them advice or show them around.How To Get In TouchJoin The Auto Repair Marketing Mastermind Group on FacebookMeet The ProsFollow SMP on FacebookFollow SMP on InstagramGet The Ultimate Guide to Auto Repair Shop Marketing BookEmail Us Podcast Questions or Topics Lagniappe (Books, Links, Other Podcasts, etc)1023 Diesel & FleetThanks to our Partner, AppFueledAppFueled at appfueled.com. “Are you ready to convert clients to members? AppFueled™ specializes in creating custom apps tailored specifically for auto repair businesses. 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Today on the Morning Edition, we are First Alerting you: Suicide Basin has released; floodwaters are on the way and the city is urging residents in the Mendenhall Valley to get out while they can. We'll bring you the latest. Later, Big Timber in Anchorage is coming down. We'll share with you what residents are saying about the change in iconinc scenery.

Spark avoided the DeFi hack that hit almost everyone else in April. Cofounder Sam MacPherson lays out why, and where he thinks AI fits into DeFi security. ======================================================== Thank you to our sponsor! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit 1inch.com to swap tokenized securities, crypto and more. Simple. Secure. Self-custodial. Whatever asset you're buying - swap it at 1inch.com ======================================================== In April, a hacker widely assumed to be tied to North Korea drained tens of millions from KelpDAO's rsETH market, and most of DeFi took the hit. Spark did not, because it had quietly exited rsETH months earlier. Sam MacPherson, cofounder and CEO of Spark, joins Laura Shin to unpack the conservative playbook, rate limits, a triple redundant oracle, and a governance process built to move slowly on purpose, that turned a near miss into a footnote while rivals absorbed the damage. They cover why Spark's TVL climbed more than 50% after the hack, how emergency multisigs and time locks work when Sky's month-long governance process is too slow, and why MacPherson thinks AI will make smart contract audits more reliable, not less. MacPherson also maps Spark's growing footprint, from Anchorage-backed institutional lending to a new Uniswap stablecoin FX layer, and why he isn't worried about SPK near its all-time low even as the business keeps compounding. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laura Shin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Host / Unchained Guests: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sam MacPherson - Cofounder and CEO of Spark Timestamps

In this episode, we share our experience flying from Anchorage to Lake Clark, landing on remote beaches, seeing bears up close, and exploring Chinitna Bay and Silver Salmon Creek. Plus, we break down how to visit Lake Clark, the best time to go, flightseeing and bear-viewing options, where to stay, what to pack, and everything you need to know to plan your own Lake Clark adventure.You can download this itinerary in PDF form with details on the route, time allocation & more here: Lake Clark National Park Summer Itinerary or we combine this trip with Kenai Fords and Lake Clark for a 6 Day Alaska National Park Itinerary.Recommendations for Anchorage:​SpringHill Suites by Marriott Midtown​Courtyard by Marriott Anchorage Airport​Hyatt Place Anchorage MidtownFind a great flight deal to Anchorage with Thrifty Traveler Premium's flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year. —---------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries ⁠& ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠Connect: ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, and ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines:Immigration attorneys put out a warning about the Arctic Thunder air show at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage this past weekend, where there was a separate check-in line for non-citizens. Independent U.S. House Candidate Bill Hill sat down with KFSK's Taylor Heckart to talk about his policies and priorities. And an inflated sports facility in Anchorage known as The Dome recently launched a campaign to help fund the replacement of its iconic fabric shell.Photo: An average of 1,000 people use the 180,000-square-foot facility daily, according to the Dome. Photo taken outside the Dome facility Aug. 7, 2026. (James Daggett/Alaska Public Media)

21-year old Saria Hildabrand vanished the morning after celebrating her husband's 21st birthday in Anchorage, Alaska. As her family flew to Alaska and joined the increasingly urgent search- witness accounts, surveillance footage, phone records, and evidence inside her apartment began telling a very scary story.  This episode follows Saria's case from the initial missing-person report through the discovery, investigation, and June 2026 trial of Zarrius Hildabrand. Listener discretion is advised. ⸻

Send us Fan MailLisa Weissler is the author of the 2025 book, Capitol Crude: the Impact of Oil on Alaska Politics. The book was the recipient of a 2025 Alaska Historical Society award for its promotion and understanding of Alaska history. Lisa began working in the Alaska State Capitol in 1981 where she staffed for Rep. Sam Cotten of Juneau. She later worked for Representatives Fred Zaroff of Kodiak, Ethan Berkowitz of Anchorage, and Beth Kertulla of Juneau, and Senator Hollis French of Anchorage. Interspersed between legislative staffing gigs she worked for the Department of Natural Resources, went to law school at the University of Oregon, clerked for Judge Bud Carpeneti, worked for Alaska's Coastal Program in Governor Knowles Administration, and worked for Department of Law in the Oil & Gas Division in Governor Palin's administration. Finally, in Governor Walker's Administration, she was tasked with writing a paper on the history of Alaska's oil and gas tax credit system. That paper eventually became the book we are talking about today. 

Anchorage is one of the busiest cargo ports in the United States and on Monday, the nation’s top homeland security official came to see why — and what’s slipping through. Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins is in Alaska this week for the first time, visiting VA facilities, holding townhalls and connecting with various people. With the school year approaching, public health officials in Fairbanks are urging parents to make sure their children are up to date on vaccinations, particularly as measles rates remain higher than they were 10 to 15 years ago.

Andrew and Ethan talk Elon Musk's role in large federal jobs cuts and his donation to overturn Alaska's election law. Governor Dunleavy's third special failure is coming to an end. AEDC issues warning lights about Anchorage's economy.

In this episode, we recap our adventures in Kenai Fjords, Glacier Bay, Wrangell-St. Elias, and Lake Clark National Parks, sharing our favorite hikes, glacier cruises, bear viewing experiences, wildlife encounters, and travel tips.We also reveal our plans for visiting Alaska's remaining national parks: Denali, Katmai, Kobuk Valley, and Gates of the Arctic. From watching brown bears catch salmon at Brooks Falls to camping above the Arctic Circle and exploring one of the most remote wilderness areas in America, we're sharing exactly how we hope to experience these bucket-list destinations.In this episode:Kenai Fjords National Park travel tipsGlacier Bay National Park cruise experienceWrangell-St. Elias flightseeing & glacier hikingLake Clark bear viewing adventureOur Denali National Park itinerary plansKatmai National Park & Brooks Falls bear viewingVisiting Kobuk Valley National ParkExploring Gates of the Arctic National ParkTips for planning an Alaska National Parks road trip and fly-in adventureKenai Fjords:Hotels: Harbor 360 Hotel  or Breeze InnEpisode: Kenai Fjords National Park in 2 Days by Land & Sea Viator Shop: Kenai Fjords Viator ExperiencesItinerary: 2 Day Kenai Fjords National Park Itinerary Glacier Bay: Episode: 2 Day Glacier Bay National Park AdventureItinerary: 2 Day Glacier Bay ItineraryWrangell - St. Elias: Hotels: Kennicott Glacier Lodge or Blackburn CabinItinerary: 3 Day Wrangell - St. Elias National Park Summer Itinerary Find a great flight deal to Anchorage with Thrifty Traveler Premium's flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year subscription.—---------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries ⁠& ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠Connect: ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, and ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

In this episode, we're coming at you with the lore, facts, and a spoiler ridden yap sesh about the new Christopher Nolan movie, The Odyssey. Based on the Greek epic poem written by Homer, Nolan's version stars Matt Damon as Odysseus as he attempts to make his way home to Ithaca after winning the Trojan War. The film also stars Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, and many more notable actors. In the first three weeks of its release, The Odyssey has raked in just over a billion dollars worldwide and is on track to be Nolan's biggest hit yet.  A group of our ATMI producers sat down to discuss the film. They broke down the different obstacles that Odysseus and his men were faced with, Nolan's use of practical sets and effects, and why they think this age old story has become one of the biggest movies of the year.  Roundtable led by Sadona Holm. Hosted by Ver Reed. Audio production by Kyle Smith. Edited by Kaylee LaTocha and Deacon Laurance. Music by Kendrick Whiteman and Devin Shreckengost. Film Club was made possible with funding from the Atwood Foundation. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors. Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena'ina people, whose land we work on.

Thinking about moving to Wasilla, Alaska or relocating to the Mat-Su Valley? In this full episode of the Alaskan Journey Podcast, host Jamin sits down with Logan and Courtney, who recently made the big move to Wasilla from Minnesota.They share their honest experiences navigating the relocation process—from renting an Airbnb with pets to discovering how much the Mat-Su Valley has grown in recent years. Courtney breaks down what it's like working remotely for an out-of-state company while living in Alaska, while Logan shares insights into local employment opportunities in the trades and tree care industry. Plus, they dive into the realities of extreme Mat-Su winter windstorms, town dynamics between Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage, cost of living comparisons, local volunteer opportunities (like Beluga whale watching and water rescue), and the pros and cons of living in Alaska's fastest-growing valley!Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.comPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AgBLvg...LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker/Instagram: / jamin_goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.comFacebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group00:00 – Welcome to the Alaskan Journey Podcast: Meeting Logan & Courtney01:01 – Why Choose Wasilla? Finding a Central Location in Southcentral Alaska01:27 – Relocating from Minnesota: Renting an Airbnb & Moving with Dogs02:03 – First Impressions of Wasilla: Growth, Population, & Expectation vs. Reality03:30 – Coming from Minnesota: Small Town Living in the Shadow of the Twin Cities03:56 – Lifestyle & Vibe in Wasilla: Community Connections & Local Culture04:22 – Alaska Fishing Adventures: Exploring Parks Highway Rivers & Montana Creek05:02 – Working Remotely from Alaska: The Remote Work Challenge & Social Connection05:39 – Plugging Into the Community: Finding Church Groups & Local Women's Networks06:06 – Wasilla Amenities: Big Box Stores (Target, Walmart, Home Depot) vs. Small-Town Alaska07:10 – Anchorage vs. Wasilla: Big City Vibe vs. Mat-Su Valley Freedom07:44 – Living on the Outskirts: Balancing Convenience with Space & Seclusion08:28 – The Surprising Reality of Wasilla Winds: High-Wind Storms & Power Outages09:28 – Preparing for Alaskan Windstorms: Generators, Power Lines, & Fallen Trees10:03 – Generator Setups & Location Tips for Maintaining Power in Winter11:21 – Extreme Arctic Winds: Clocking 80+ MPH Wind Gusts in the Valley11:30 – If You Had Magic Powers: 4 Things We Would Change About Wasilla11:43 – Problem 1: Traffic Infrastructure & Parks Highway Congestion13:00 – Problem 2: Seclusion vs. Wind Storms (A Tree Worker's Perspective)14:03 – Dealing with Hazard Trees & Tree Removal Around Alaskan Homes16:06 – Problem 3: Cost of Living Realities (Groceries, Housing, & Land Prices)16:41 – Groceries & Scratch Cooking: Managing High Food Costs in Alaska17:44 – Problem 4: Alaskan Tree Diversity & Woodworking Realities18:50 – Employment Opportunities in Wasilla & the Mat-Su Valley19:46 – Job Market Breakdown: Blue-Collar Trades vs. Corporate Office Roles20:57 – Keeping an Open Mind: Career Shifts & Community-Based Work in Alaska22:17 – How a Local Spends a Long Weekend in Wasilla22:58 – Outdoor Access: Hatcher Pass, ATVing, Snowmachining, & Trail Hiking23:29 – Exploring Nearby Towns: Talkeetna, Denali, Girdwood, & Palmer Friday Fling24:19 – Community Events: Endless Things to Do in the Mat-Su Valley25:01 – Town Personalities: Comparing Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage26:10 – What Would Drive Us Away? Growth, Commercial Malls, & Proposed Knik Arm Bridge28:31 – Wasilla's Growth Ceiling: Lack of Early Zoning & Unplanned Expansion29:47 – The Pros of Wasilla: High Civic Engagement & Unique Opportunities (Water Rescue Team)31:08 – Becoming a Community Scientist: Volunteering for Beluga Whale Observation

Travels With Randy Summer Of '26 Episode 6 is here! TWR Summer of '26 Ep 6: How Is Summer Almost Over Already? Big Fall Plans Ahead! AI Tools in Book Business Bubba discussed how AI tools have significantly improved his book business by automating processes like purchasing decisions and market analysis, allowing him to act as an effective CFO, purchasing manager, and analyst. He explained that while used books have gained value and are now sold at higher prices in local bookstores, the online market fees make selling used books unprofitable. Bubba shared that his youngest son Luke is an avid reader, while his other two children read sporadically. Family Updates and Movie Discussion Bubba shared updates about his family, including his son Logan starting his senior year as a marketing major at NC State and his oldest son moving back to Greenville with his fiancée who is becoming a teacher. Bubba also discussed helping his son Connor move into his dorm at Clemson and the family's excitement about being closer together in the Greenville area. The conversation concluded with a discussion about recent successful movies, particularly Spider-Man and The Odyssey, and their impressive box office performance. Alaska Travel Planning Discussion Randy discussed upcoming travel plans, revealing he will be leaving in two weeks for a trip that will last until spring. He decided not to take his vehicle on an Alaska trip, instead planning to fly to Anchorage and rent a truck, and discussed specific tours including one to the Arctic Circle for $2,500 and another to see bears in Katmai. Due to wildfires in Washington affecting Highway 2, which runs through the affected areas, Randy is considering alternative routes including Highway 20, which goes through Yellowstone, and may visit the Upper Peninsula before meeting his cousin in Milwaukee. Route 66 and Baseball Plans Randy discussed his upcoming baseball plans, including watching the Cubs play in Milwaukee and Chicago, before officially resuming his Route 66 journey on September 10-11. He explained that his current approach to Route 66 will focus on visiting and documenting the towns along the route rather than just driving through, including visiting museums and talking to storekeepers about the impact of World Cup travelers. Bubba mentioned their new Travels with Randy calendar featuring 16 photos selected by Randy from over 6,000 pictures, which is currently available for purchase and represents their first e-commerce venture selling Randy's own work.   SO. MANY. PHOTOS - Come join the conversation on Facebook with our 37,000 friends! https://www.facebook.com/travelswithrandypodcast Have a great idea for the guys?  Want to sponsor us?  Want us to sell something National Park or Route 66 related? Want to be a guest? Want to pay for both of us to go to Alaska? Want me to stop asking questions?   bubba@travelswithrandypodcast.com !! LISTEN TO THE OFFICIAL TRAVELS WITH RANDY SOUNDTRACK! Available on all streaming music platforms such as Apple:  TWR Full Soundtrack GET YOUR COPY OF THE TWR OFFICIAL ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL 16 MONTH CALENDAR! ONLY $19.99 Now Shipping!   https://travelswithrandy.com/

What is the outlook for Anchorage's economic future and how does that affect the economy in the rest of the state?

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines:The Northwest Arctic community of Ambler has been without drinking water or sewer for over five months. The Anchorage library branch in the Mountain View neighborhood is temporarily closed after a tractor-trailer crashed into it over the weekend. And Anchorage police say gunfire and a call for help early Saturday morning led to a deadly crash between a police patrol car and a taxicab.Photo: he Mountain View branch of the Anchorage Public Library was closed after two vehicles collided with a library wall on Aug. 1, 2026. (Wesley Early/Alaska Public Media)

Efforts to encourage more Native Americans to vote are underway in more than a dozen states this year. Chuck Quirmbach reports on how things are going in Wisconsin, ahead of the state primary contests on August 11. The nonpartisan group Wisconsin Native Vote is about a decade old, and is now up to four organizers around the state. They have already been doing outreach at Pow Wows and a variety of other community events. Spokesperson and organizer Anne Egan-Waukau (Menominee) says a key message is that voting is a way to make sure Native voices are heard. “We tell people to vote for the Seventh Generation. That’s what really resonates with people, because our ancestors worked to make sure Mother Earth was clean and healthy for us. And, it’s our job to do that for our next seven generations. But also, it’s working to maintain our sovereignty.” Egan-Waukau says tribal sovereignty is an especially powerful theme for the Menominee, which only won back full tribal status in the early 1970’s after much activism and debate with state and federal elected officials. Still, this is not a presidential election year, and Wisconsin only has high-profile races for Governor, the U.S. House of Representatives, and the state legislature. Statewide voter turnout is expected to be down from 2024, but Egan-Waukau says there are some big problems, new and ongoing, likely to motivate tribal members to vote. “Like we had listening sessions and people came to talk to us about issues important to them, like data centers, the opioid problem we have on our reservations.” Egan-Waukau says she does encounter people who are cynical about voting and politicians, but she says she asks them do they really want to do nothing at election time. The Eklutna Tribe's Pow Wow and Potlatch happens only once every two years, but when it does, it draws hundreds of people to the village of Eklutna near Anchorage, as Rhonda McBride from our flagship station KNBA reports. The weekend of dancing, drumming, and feasting kicked off Saturday morning at the tribe's Pow Wow grounds. Aaron Leggett, the president of the Native Village of Eklutna, says what makes him most proud is that no one leaves hungry, because the tribe feeds everyone. “We'll have moose, various types of moose stew, and roast and fish, salmon. It's just sort of our way of really being open and good community partners.” Many also bring dishes to share. Leggett says the tribe had plenty to celebrate this year — including the groundbreaking for its long-awaited gathering hall, funded in part by the success of its new casino. The Chin’an Gaming Hall is in a temporary, modular near the Birchwood Airport. (Photo: Rhonda McBride) But more than anything, Leggett says, the gathering is a chance for Anchorage, Chugiak, and Eagle River to get to know their neighbors in the village of Eklutna. “There's certainly people that wouldn't necessarily, you know, when think of Eklutna, maybe they would think of the cemetery and the church but don't really have any sense of it. The Pow Wow, the Potlatch, really was our way of increasing awareness to the community and building that up.” The theme for this year's event was “Restoring our River — 97 Years Later”. It highlighted the tribe's efforts to restore the natural flow of the Eklutna River and its wild salmon runs. Treaty of Greenville depiction, 1795, artist unknown. On this day in 1795, the Treaty of Greenville was signed, ending the Northwest Indian War. The agreement between the U.S. and several Tribal Nations ceded much of present-day Ohio to the U.S., marking a major turning point in federal-Tribal relations and westward expansion. Page 1 of the Treaty of Greenville. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Monday, August 3, 2026 — New outbreak of food-borne illness shakes public confidence in food supply

Robert Hansen, better known as the "Butcher Baker," is one of the most notorious serial killers in Alaska and one of the most disturbing predators in American true crime history. During the 1970s and early 1980s, Hansen abducted women from Anchorage, flew them into the remote wilderness along the Knik River, and hunted them through the Alaskan backcountry before murdering them. His killing spree finally came to an end after the courageous escape of 17-year-old Cindy Paulson, whose determination helped unravel a case that had baffled investigators for years.In this episode of Crime Off the Grid, retired National Park Rangers Tara and Nancy examine the crimes of Robert Hansen, the FBI profile that pointed investigators toward an unlikely suspect, and the role Alaska's vast wilderness played in both concealing and ultimately exposing his horrific crimes. Join us as we explore one of the most chilling Alaska true crime cases ever investigated and the dark history hidden in one of America's most breathtaking landscapes.Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions of murder, sexual violence, and other disturbing crimes.Sources:https://lelandhale.com/butcherbaker/wordpress/2017/11/07/sherry-morrow-found-autopsy/ https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1536504218776961 https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/08/22/alaska-serial-killer-dies/14426941/ https://www.strangeoutdoors.com/true-crime-in-the-outdoors/category/Robert+Hansen https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hansen#Murders_and_capture https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/hansen-robert.htmSupport the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Send us Fan MailWillie Iġġiaġruk Hensley was born in 1941 in Kotzebue, Alaska, and was raised to live the traditional way that his Iñupiaq ancestors had lived for thousands of years. As a young adult away at college, his family home in Kotzebue was sold for a bottle of whiskey and then bulldozed. This lit a fire in him to fight for Alaska Native land claims, and Willie was instrumental in the creation and passage of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. The story of ANCSA is front and center in Hensley's 2008 book, Fifty Miles from Tomorrow: A Memoir of Alaska and the Real People. The year the book came out it was a New York Times Editor's Choice. Willie was a founder of NANA Regional Corporation, where he served as a director for 20 years and concluded his career there as president. He also was a founder of Maniilaq, the regional non-profit representing the Tribes in the Kotzebue region. He was essential in the formation of the Alaska Federation of Natives where he has served as executive director, president, and co-chair. He spent 10 years in the Alaska legislature, serving in both in the House and the Senate.  He served as manager of federal government relations in DC for the Alyeska Pipeline Service Company. Willie is currently the chair and a founding member of the First Alaskans Institute. He and his wife Abbe Hensley live in Anchorage.

The LNG tax legislation fails and the legislature is Done with Dunleavy. Anchorage explores waste to energy. We check in on the gubernatorial race.

In this newscast: Another man was taken into custody in Juneau for immigration enforcement purposes and held in Lemon Creek Correctional Center this week; In addition to races for governor, the U.S. House and Senate and the state Legislature, Alaskans will face a ballot initiative when they vote in the primary this August; After a legal battle that went all the way to the Alaska Supreme Court, Dan J. Sullivan of Petersburg will be on the ballot for U.S. Senate. With only a few weeks to go before the primary, the candidate has now turned his focus to running his campaign; Evidence of the measles virus was found in Anchorage wastewater in July, according to state epidemiologists. The data is from a national pilot program analyzing wastewater for certain pathogens; One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were at odds over whether to rein in the president's military powers in the monthslong war.

Whether you're relocating for work, military reassignment to JBER (Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson), seeking off-grid property, or searching for affordable starter homes, this episode covers the unfiltered reality of living in Alaska. We dive deep into housing affordability, real estate bidding wars, home inspection red flags, winter commuting hazards (frost heaves & ice), heating costs (spruce/pine vs. oil/gas), zoning & land buying tips, and living alongside local wildlife like bears.Frontier Home Inspections: https://frontierteam.pillartopost.com/Kerry's Soy Wax: https://fjordtundracreek.com Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.comPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AgBLvg...LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker/Instagram: / jamin_goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.comFacebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group01:17 – Living in Anchorage, Alaska: Physical Environment & City Life02:02 – Anchorage Population Growth & Housing Constraints02:51 – Moving from Big Cities (LA & Arizona) to Alaska03:42 – Anchorage Housing Affordability & Property Costs04:44 – Anchorage vs. Mat-Su Valley Housing Prices05:18 – The Real Cost of Heating in Alaska (Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil)07:11 – HOA Rules & Regulations in Anchorage & Eagle River08:20 – Job Opportunities & Employment in Anchorage, AK08:47 – Commuting from Mat-Su Valley to Anchorage for Work10:08 – Who Should Live in Anchorage? (Lifestyle & Amenities)11:52 – Anchorage Outdoor Recreation, Trails & Parks13:04 – Winter Challenges in Anchorage: Snow Plowing & Road Conditions15:40 – Living in Houston, Alaska: Remote & Sparse Environment16:45 – Weather & Climate Differences in Houston vs. Big Lake18:38 – Affordability & Off-Grid Living in Houston, AK19:16 – Local Community Vibe & Small-Town Privacy21:50 – Job Market & Seasonal Employment in Houston & Big Lake23:00 – Houston & Big Lake Lifestyle: Summer Tourism vs. Winter Living25:00 – Winter Driving Challenges in Houston, AK (Frost Heaves & Potholes)26:15 – Driving the Alcan Highway: The Truth About Destruction Bay Roads27:06 – Eagle River, Alaska: Physical Environment & Community Vibe28:06 – Housing Costs & Land Availability in Eagle River29:12 – Eagle River Affordability: Real Estate Prices & Natural Gas Utilities30:15 – Commuting from Eagle River to Anchorage & JBER Base32:28 – Job Market & Employment in Eagle River, AK33:06 – Trades vs. White-Collar Jobs in Alaska33:55 – Eagle River Lifestyle: Trails, Nature Center & Wildlife34:30 – Living with Bears in Eagle River (Wildlife Realities)35:43 – Unique Challenges in Eagle River: Traffic, Accidents & Highway Bottlenecks37:04 – Importance of Winter Tires & Ice Driving Safety37:46 – Living in Wasilla, Alaska: Physical Environment & Town Growth39:37 – Wasilla Housing Affordability & Starter Home Reality40:05 – Why You ALWAYS Need a Home Inspection in Alaska41:10 – Real Estate Market Competition in Mat-Su Valley (Bidding Wars & Appraisal Gaps)43:05 – Buying New Construction in Alaska: Resale Risks for Military Families44:20 – Land Buying Tips: Why You Should Buy Adjacent Lots Early45:59 – Job Market & Blue-Collar Opportunities in Wasilla, AK47:15 – Wasilla Lifestyle: Shopping, Amenities (Walmart, Lowe's) & Ski Access48:07 – Wasilla's Biggest Challenge: Parks Highway Traffic & Summer Congestion50:04 – Point MacKenzie Bypass & Eminent Domain Controversies50:49 – Proposed Anchorage-to-Point Mac Bridge/Tunnel & Highway Links51:57 – Future Town Planning & Entry-Level Commuter Homes in Point Mac52:48 – Knik-Goose Bay (KGB) Road Real Estate Price Trends53:13 – Centralized Planning & Zoning Challenges in Mat-Su Borough54:25 – Businesses Next to Homes: Alaska's "Leave Me Alone" Culture54:57 – Living in Willow, Alaska: Remote Atmosphere & Physical Environment56:36 – Tourism & Highway Traffic Through Willow57:02 – Housing Affordability & Seasonal Dry Cabins in Willow

On CoinDesk's The Policy Protocol, Renato Mariotti is joined by guest host Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs, for a conversation on the politics of the CLARITY Act, the state-vs-federal fight over prediction markets, and Wisconsin's invocation of an 1849 law that could bar prediction-market users from voting. And, they sit down with Rachel Anderica, Head of Global Operations at Anchorage Digital, who walks through Anchorage's agentic banking build inside its OCC trust and a "cashless reserves" model in partnership with JPMorgan. Plus, the hosts name the TradFi endorsers of CLARITY — BlackRock, Fidelity, and Goldman Sachs — as the Person of the Week. - This episode is brought to you by RealFi, a smarter stablecoin, backed by real-world assets. Find out more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ realfi.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. - Ledn provides a secure and transparent way to access liquidity while maintaining your bitcoin holdings. Perfect 8 year track record of keeping clients assets safe. Don't sell your bitcoin. Get a bitcoin-backed loan. Check out your rate by using their loan calculator at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ledn.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - JPEG Trading is a global proprietary trading firm specializing in cryptocurrency and decentralized finance markets. From market structure and liquidity provision to quantitative trading strategies, JPEG Trading operates across the full spectrum of blockchain-based assets. Follow @jpegtrading on X to stay ahead of the latest developments in digital asset markets:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://x.com/jpegtrading⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Timecodes: 00:00 Cold Open: Wisconsin's 1849 Voting Law 01:13 Welcome to The Policy Protocol 01:29 Ari Redbord Joins as Guest Host 02:13 CLARITY's Law Enforcement Provisions 03:05 'Burn and Reissue': Getting Funds Back to Victims 04:19 The Politics: Why the Votes Aren't There 06:26 Prediction Markets and the CFTC Battle 08:04 Wisconsin's 1849 Law and the Right to Vote 09:53 Federalism, Circuit Splits, and the Road to SCOTUS 11:10 The HFSC Scam Report and AI at Scale 14:04 Rachel Anderika of Anchorage Digital Joins 14:34 Who's Liable When an Agent Moves Money? 18:56 OCC Rulemaking, Secondary Markets, and Sanctions 20:40 'Cashless Reserves' with JPMorgan Tokenized Funds 22:53 Trash Talk: The Skinny Master Account 24:29 Person of the Week: The TradFi Endorsers of CLARITY

Families and communities across western Alaska are getting long-awaited answers after federal investigators released their final report on last year’s deadly crash of Bering Air Flight 445. The report identifies multiple factors that contributed to the accident, including severe icing and safety shortcomings by the airline. Alaska Desk reporter Alena Naiden from our flagship station KNBA has more. All nine passengers and the pilot died when a Bering Air Cessna Grand Caravan crashed during its flight between Unalakleet and Nome in February of last year. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) final report on the incident faults the pilot for “inadequate airspeed management”. It also says the plane faced severe icing conditions and was overweight, leaving less of a margin to avoid a stall. NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy was on scene in Nome last year and visited the state again this week, meeting with families of the victims of the crash. She says several preventable problems contributed to the accident. “In this case, we had a number of issues. We had first chronic underreporting of weight loads on the aircraft. There were problems with airspeed management. Between the airspeed, the increased load, the icing conditions, and some pilot inputs, he ended up in a stall.” Homendy says the pilot encountered severe icing conditions that were not initially forecast. She says investigators found that the pilot checked the weather, but did not receive any support from the air carrier making the decision on whether it was safe to fly. “We found that there wasn’t a process in place for Bering to have a weather risk assessment of when to fly – go/no go decision. It was all on the pilot.” According to the report, a few minutes before the crash, a controller in Anchorage told the pilot that both of Nome's runways were temporarily closed for de-icing and advised the pilot to slow down. The pilot initially decreased speed before increasing engine power again. Flight data showed that the plane pitched nose up at one point before losing speed and altitude until its low airspeed awareness system activated, which disengaged the autopilot. The controller sent a low-altitude alert but had lost contact with the pilot. The NTSB report says the plane's anti-icing system was working, and the pilot used it before the crash. A U.S. Coast Guard plane found the wreckage resting on an ice floe east of Nome the next morning, with no survivors. The NTSB also listed “inadequate safety management” by Bering Air as a cause of the crash. The report says the airline's planes routinely flew overweight. Bering Air declined to provide a statement when reached for comment. Homendy says the agency looked at 16 other Bering Air flights and found that loads often exceeded what was stated. She says that the agency did not look at whether other Alaska operators were also underreporting weights, but broadly speaking, it is a concern. She says the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) did not provide adequate oversight of the air carrier, particularly as it rapidly expanded in the region in recent years. She says the agency advised the FAA to require operators to adopt safety management systems like evaluating risks, having procedures to make sure the loads are accurate, and look at how they do pre-flight planning and go/no go decisions. “Those, to me, are not burdensome. Those are procedures that any operator, including a single operator can put in place themselves and can save lives and frankly save a company.” Bering Air faces three wrongful death lawsuits related to the crash. Clay Robbins is an attorney representing the family of Talaluk Katchatag (Iñupiaq) from Unalakleet. He says the suit seeks compensation for Katchatag's children, but the family also hopes to set a standard for bush airlines across the state. “They must be held accountable for satisfying their responsibility to exercise the highest standard of care to protect their customers from tragedies such as this, that was entirely, entirely avoidable.” The report is NTSB's final action on the crash. It calls for more training for pilots to better handle loss of control situations. It also includes a host of recommendations for airlines like Bering Air, called Part 135 operators, like using certified dispatchers and expanding flight monitoring. KNOM's Ben Townsend contributed to this reporting Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Friday, July 31, 2026 – Native film/TV round-up: A gritty tribal cop thriller, ‘Little House on the Prairie’ reboot, and remembering Native ‘Emergency!’ TV star

Stephanie Rolfs, like many Bay Area residents, has spent a lot of time looking out over the bay, watching as ships come and go. The cargo ships in particular are so big and obvious as they sit out in the middle of the bay, south of the Oakland-San Francisco Bay Bridge and north of the San Mateo bridge. She wondered, how do those ships know where to park? Are there invisible parking "spots" they're pulling up to? How does it all work out there? We called Vessel Traffic Services to find out. Additional Resources: Welcome to Anchorage 9: The Giant Ship Parking Lot You Pass Every Day Read the transcript for this episode Why Specialized Mariners Are Required on Every Ship Sailing Into San Francisco Bay Sign up for our newsletter Got a question you want answered? Ask! Your support makes KQED podcasts possible. You can show your love by going to https://kqed.org/donate/podcasts This story was reported by Katrina Schwartz. Bay Curious is made by Katrina Schwartz, Christopher Beale and Olivia Allen-Price. Additional support from Jen Chien, Katie Sprenger, Maha Sanad, Ethan Toven-Lindsey and everyone on Team KQED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff was joined by Republican gubernatorial candidate Matt Heilala and his running mate Jesse Sumner. They discuss the fast approaching primary, why Matt chose Jesse as his running mate, Jesse's background serving on the Mat-Su Borough Assembly and House of Representatives, the number of Republicans running for governor and their strategy for standing out, the government overreach during Covid, the energy crisis facing Southcentral, the housing shortage in Anchorage, and fixing Alaska's election system so it does not take weeks to know the results. 

Send us Fan MailReverend Matt Schultz is the pastor for First Presbyterian Church in downtown Anchorage. He was the Democratic candidate for Alaska's lone US House seat up until he suspended his campaign on July 17. With his departure, there are still 14 candidates in that US House race, but the incumbent Republican Nick Begich and challenger Independent Bill Hill are the only ones who have raised significant campaign funds. Hill has raised more than $1 million so far and Begich more than $5 million. Schultz had raised less than $900,000 at the time of his withdrawal.Read Matt's editorial in the Anchorage Daily News explaining his exit from the race: "The campaign is over but the mission is not." This is Matt Schultz's third appearance on this podcast. Here are the links to his previous appearances on the podcast.Rabbi Abram Goodstein & Reverend Matthew Schultz: progressive clergy (April 12, 2022)Rev. Matt Schultz: Pastor of Anchorage's First Presbyterian Church on the dangers of Christian Nationalism (Sept. 20, 2024)Listen to Bill Hill's podcast episode: Bill Hill: former superintendent of Bristol Bay Borough School District

Alaska's main Native healthcare organization is set to receive a $400 million settlement from the federal government for unpaid expenses to provide medical services. The U.S. Department of Justice announced the settlement Tuesday. The Alaska Desk’s Alena Naiden from our flagship station KNBA reports. The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) filed a lawsuit in 2021 claiming that the federal government did not fully compensate the organization for administrative costs over seven years of providing medical services. This settlement follows several U.S. Supreme Court decisions in favor of tribal health contractors like the consortium. Lloyd Miller is a tribal attorney who handled three cases involving costs that the government had refused to pay. “To be sure, a significant amount of money is owed to tribes, and the latest settlement you heard about is just one of many settlements that have been achieved throughout the United States over the last two years.” ANTHC provides health services in clinics throughout the state and at the Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage. The organization also runs rural infrastructure projects in villages, including improving water and sewer systems. The consortium entered an agreement with the federal government under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Under that agreement, ANTHC is responsible for providing healthcare that the federal government would otherwise provide, through agencies like the Indian Health Service (IHS). The consortium said in its court complaint the government failed to reimburse administrative costs for healthcare services between 2014 and 2022, with the exception of one year. The consortium's attorneys dismissed its case this month after a settlement was reached, according to court documents. Natasha Singh is president and CEO of the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium. She said in a prepared statement that the settlement helps make sure that “resources accurately reflect the true cost of operating a complex Tribal health system and advancing self-determination in healthcare.” Singh said the details of the settlement are still being finalized, but it helps the consortium to expand their services for Alaska Native people. Tribal attorney Miller says this and other cases follow a 2024 U.S. Supreme Court decision that the federal government owed money to the Carlos Apache and Northern Arapaho tribes in Arizona and Wyoming. “When the court held that those two tribes had been underpaid, the court was saying that every tribe in the United States that has a contract with [IHS] has been underpaid.” Miller says many tribes have filed or reactivated litigation with IHS in the last two years. KIC's new gift shop is where tourists can purchase care packages for community members. (Photo: Hunter Morrison / KRBD) There is a new way to give back to Ketchikan's unhoused population. The Ketchikan Indian Community (KIC) rolled out a new program this month where people can pay for and assemble care packages to those in need, as KRBD's Hunter Morrison reports. Emily Edenshaw is the tribe's administrator and CEO. To her knowledge, there is no other program like it in Alaska. She says that the initiative is aimed at tourists “We often invite tourists to our homelands, but there’s really a need for service tourism. You have the second largest tribe in Alaska that’s really tried to innovatively create an experience for our tourists to leave a community in a better place than they found it.” Care packages are $25 and include necessities like toothpaste, deodorant, socks, and sanitary products. People who purchase the care packages can also leave a handwritten note. Edenshaw says each dollar raised from the program will go to support the tribe's permanent supportive housing project, a 28-unit housing complex for seniors, set to open next month. The care packages can be purchased at KIC's newly opened gift shop at the corner of Dock and Main Streets downtown. That space was once home to the tribe's seasonal warming shelter, which closed in the spring. The tribe will open another temporary warming shelter in the fall, although they haven't determined a location yet. Edenshaw says the new care package program is a way to carry on the legacy of the former warming shelter space. She says a little bit of support can go a long way. “For those who might be wanting to do this, make it a family affair. You know, use this as an opportunity to instill the value of giving back, to your children. You know, bring your families by the gift shop and use it as an educational opportunity while also making an impact in people’s lives.” Edenshaw says visitors to the tribe's gift shop will see information about the new program as soon as they walk through the door. She hopes to inform the cruise lines of the program so that more tourists can participate in it. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. 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When 21-year-old Bethany Correira disappears just days after moving to Anchorage, investigators race to uncover what happened, and who may be hiding the truth. Links: Netflix Video Every Monday @11am PST, 12pm MST, 2pm EST 1pm CST https://www.netflix.com/murderwithmyhusband  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderwithmyhusband NEW MERCH LINK: https://mwmhshop.com Discount Codes: https://mailchi.mp/c6f48670aeac/oh-no-media-discount-codes Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/themwmh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murderwithmyhusband/ Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@murderwithmyhusband Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/into-the-dark/id1662304327 Listen on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36SDVKB2MEWpFGVs9kRgQ7?si=f5224c9fd99542a7 Case Sources: ADN.com - https://www.adn.com/books/article/finding-bethany-details-detectives-quest-solve-horrific-murder/2014/07/20/ NBCNews.com - https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna24831943 Frontiersman.com - https://www.frontiersman.com/news/lawson-draws-99-years/article_d21b98e0-cace-5983-aeea-f5eea9a06570.html FindAGrave.com - https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/80697863/bethany_rose-correira ABCNews.com - https://abcnews.com/Primetime/story?id=3557599 Medium.com - https://robinbarefield76.medium.com/the-search-for-bethany-dfdaa96bcb4e CaseLaw.FindLaw.com - https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ak-court-of-appeals/1584819.html CrimeRaven.com - https://www.crimeraven.com/post/big-city-danger-taking-bethany-correira Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailSpencer Perry, PhD, is an assistant professor of Economics and Public Policy at the Institute for Social and Economic Research (ISER) at the University of Alaska Anchorage. Before earning his PhD in Economics at Arizona State University in Tempe, he worked for three years at the Federal Reserve. He moved to Anchorage a year ago when he began his job at ISER where he focuses on topics in health and public economics.This episode was recorded on January 30, 2026.  

Comedian Leyla Ingalls joins Sara Weinshenk for one of the wildest episodes of SHENK yet. They dive into Leyla's lifelong obsession with pioneers, being related to Laura Ingalls Wilder, performing stand-up at a nudist colony, Renaissance Faire characters, bombing in unusual outfits, Alaska, comedy audiences, and what it's really like coming up as a young comedian after appearing on Kill Tony. If you enjoy long-form comedy podcasts, behind-the-scenes stories from stand-up comics, weird internet rabbit holes, and unfiltered conversations, you're in the right place. Follow Leyla Ingalls for tour dates and more stand-up. https://www.instagram.com/leylaingallz_