One Rider Seriously Injured in Four-Motorcycle Pileup on Parks Highway
At 5pm on Sunday Alaska State Troopers responded to a multiple vehicle accident in the construction zone at mile 257 of the Parks Highway.
Alutiiq Word of the Week, August 4, 2013
Word of the Week Lesson 16:6 Nunaquluni; Alagnarsurluni – Berry Picking Kiagmi nunaqutaartukut alagnanek. – In the summer we go berry picking for salmonberries. (Click sentence to hear Alutiiq word spoken) Collecting from the land remains a popular activity in Alutiiq communities. Spring greens, berries, shellfish, medicinal herbs, and driftwood are among the resources that […]
Alaska Fire Marshal Releases Tips on Vessel Fire Safety
With a recent spike in boating fires, Alaska State Fire Marshal Kelly Nicolello warns boaters to practice safety measures and prevent accidents. "It is imperative that boaters, and passengers, are aware of fueling, docking, and fire extinguishing practices to ensure a fun but safe boating experience," Nicolello said.
Begich Provision to Halt F16 Move One Step Closer to Becoming Law
Moving one step closer to becoming law, a provision inserted to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 Defense Appropriations bill at the request of U.S. Sen. Mark Begich to halt the relocation of the F16s from Eielson Air Force Base on Thursday passed out of the Senate Appropriations committee.