Alaska Public Media
Ron Alleva - Anchorage Assembly, Midtown Anchorage | Running 2019
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- Ron Alleva - Anchorage Assembly, Midtown Anchorage | Running 2019
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- 7 years ago
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- Five of 11 seats on the Anchorage Assembly are up for election on this year’s municipal ballot. Ron Alleva is running to represent communities in the Midtown Anchorage district, including Airport Heights, U-Med, and Taku-Campbell. Each candidate had six minutes to make opening remarks and answer a series of questions about issues facing the municipality.
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- Kai Binkley-Sims - Anchorage School Board, Seat A | Running 2019
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- 7 years ago
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- Two seats are up for grabs on the Anchorage School Board. Where do the candidates stand on the issues? We invited them to respond to a series of questions. Each candidate had six minutes to give their answers. In this video, we hear from Kai Binkley-Sims, a candidate running for Seat A. Visit alaskapublic.org for more candidate interviews.
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- Find Your Career in Law Enforcement | Alaska @ Work
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- 7 years ago
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- Members of the Anchorage Police Department team take pride in being a part of a department with a reputation for high standards and dedicated service to the community. Applicants go through a testing process and if selected, they continue on to the Police Academy.
For more information about the Anchorage Police Department and becoming a Police Officer, visit: http://joinapd.org/
Alaska Public Media and area businesses, educational institutions, and community service organizations are partnering in a workforce development initiative, called Alaska @ Work, focused on high-need jobs in Alaska that do not require four-year degrees.
Through multimedia content and promotion, Alaska Public Media is amplifying the great work being done to help students, parents, educators, and businesses become aware of and connect with training, apprenticeships, resources and job searches to jump-start a career.
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- Influenza | Line One: Your Health Connection
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- 7 years ago
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- For more health-related information, tune into the call-in radio program for Line One: Your Health Connection every Wednesday morning at 10 AM on alaskapublic.org or on 91.1 FM in Anchorage, Alaska.
This health tip made possible in part by The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
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- Earthquake Safety | Line One: Your Health Connection
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- 7 years ago
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- For more health-related information, tune into the call-in radio program for Line One: Your Health Connection every Wednesday morning at 10 AM on alaskapublic.org or on 91.1 FM in Anchorage, Alaska.
This health tip made possible in part by The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
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- Antibiotics | Line One: Your Health Connection
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- 7 years ago
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- For more health-related information, tune into the call-in radio program for Line One: Your Health Connection every Wednesday morning at 10 AM on alaskapublic.org or on 91.1 FM in Anchorage, Alaska.
This health tip made possible in part by The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
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- Secondhand Smoke | Line One: Your Health Connection
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- 7 years ago
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- For more health-related information, tune into the call-in radio program for Line One: Your Health Connection every Wednesday morning at 10 AM on alaskapublic.org or on 91.1 FM in Anchorage, Alaska.
This health tip made possible in part by The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
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- Lead Poisoning | Line One: Your Health Connection
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- 7 years ago
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- For more health-related information, tune into the call-in radio program for Line One: Your Health Connection every Wednesday morning at 10 AM on alaskapublic.org or on 91.1 FM in Anchorage, Alaska.
This health tip made possible in part by The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
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- Food Safety | Line One: Your Health Connection
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- 7 years ago
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- For more health-related information, tune into the call-in radio program for Line One: Your Health Connection every Wednesday morning at 10 AM on alaskapublic.org or on 91.1 FM in Anchorage, Alaska.
This health tip made possible in part by The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
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- All About the Iditarod | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Pushing through the extreme weather of the Alaska wilderness is the essence of the thousand mile journey mushers take every year on the Iditarod trail. We'll hear stories of past adventure on the trail and what the future of the race may be Alaska Insight.
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- Mark Leary on Climate Change: Bethel Pays the Price
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- 7 years ago
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- The Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska is taking longer to freeze. Mark Leary, a volunteer for Bethel Search and Rescue, talks about what that means for winter transportation in the region.
Producer: Katie Basile
Reporter: Krysti Shallenberger
Videographer/Editor: Joey Mendolia
KYUK and Alaska Public Media
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- Shane Iverson on Climate Change: Bethel Pays the Price
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- 7 years ago
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- KYUK's radio tower is sinking into the melting permafrost. People living in the remote Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta rely on KYUK for news and information. General Manager Shane Iverson discusses what this could cost the region.
Producer: Katie Basile
Reporter: Krysti Shallenberger
Videographer/Editor: Joey Mendolia
KYUK and Alaska Public Media
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- Eula David on Climate Change: Bethel Pays the Price
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- 7 years ago
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- Yup'ik Elder Eula David talks about the warming climate in Southwest Alaska. Climate scientists in Alaska have documented what Eula David has seen in her life. For the past five years in particular, Bethel has had warmer winters. 2016 was the warmest year on record for the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta and 2018 was the second warmest.
Producer: Katie Basile
Reporter: Krysti Shallenberger
Videographer/Editor: Joey Mendolia
KYUK and Alaska Public Media
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- Climate Change: Bethel Pays the Price
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- 7 years ago
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- The costs of dealing with climate change are starting to become more visible in Bethel, a hub town for the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. There are also costs to the region’s lifestyle.
Producer: Katie Basile
Reporter: Krysti Shallenberger
Videographer/Editor: Joey Mendolia
KYUK and Alaska Public Media
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- All About the Iditarod on Alaska Insight | PROMO
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- 7 years ago
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- Pushing through the extreme weather of the Alaska wilderness is the essence of the thousand mile journey mushers take every year on the Iditarod trail. We'll hear stories of past adventure on the trail and what the future of the race may be on the next Alaska Insight.
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- Get involved with Alaska @ Work!
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- 7 years ago
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- Alaska Public Media is helping to connect young Alaskans to rewarding, high-demand jobs that might be outside the traditional college degree path. We want to hear how your organization is contributing to workforce development in our state!
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- Gov. Dunleavy's Budget Proposal | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Governor Dunleavy's budget proposal would cut more than one and a half billion dollars from state spending in one fiscal year. Will the Governor's budget put Alaska on firm fiscal ground or drive the state deeper into recession? We'll discuss it on this edition of Alaska Insight.
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- The Importance of Black-Owned Businesses in Communities | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Diversity in local business allows people from all across Alaska to see themselves reflected in their own community. In celebration of Black History Month, we're joined by local business owners to discuss the opportunities for community growth and the challenges of getting started as a black-owned business.
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- Further Insight with John Dickerson Part 01
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- 7 years ago
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- As part of Alaska Public Media’s celebration of Black History Month Alaska Insight highlighted the life of the late Mahala Ashley Dickerson, who was a pioneer of law in Alaska.
Dickerson is best know for winning an equal pay case against the University of Alaska Anchorage in 1975. John Dickerson shares the stories of his mother in this week’s Further Insight.
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- Further Insight with John Dickerson Part 02
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- 7 years ago
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- As part of Alaska Public Media’s celebration of Black History Month Alaska Insight highlighted the life of the late Mahala Ashley Dickerson, who was a pioneer of law in Alaska.
Dickerson is best know for winning an equal pay case against the University of Alaska Anchorage in 1975. John Dickerson shares the stories of his mother in this week’s Further Insight.
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- The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Opening the 10-02 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge or ANWR has been a dream of Alaska's congressional delegation and the oil industry for decades, but for Gwitch'in people and environmentalists, the idea is a nightmare. The Bureau of Land Management plans a lease sale there this year. How will that unfold and what's at stake? It's our discussion on this edition of Alaska Insight.
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- Life Happens | Alaska @ Work
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- 7 years ago
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- Alaska's technical and career colleges, apprenticeship programs, and training centers can give you the skills needed for a rewarding career. Check out alaskaatwork.org for more information about how you can get started on your pathway to prosperity.
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- A discussion on ANWR | PROMO
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- 7 years ago
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- Opening the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil development has been the dream of Alaska’s congressional delegation for more than 40 years. Will a lease sale happen this year under the Trump administration? We’ll discuss it this week on Alaska Insight. That's Friday, February 15th at 7:30 PM or anytime at www.alaskapublic.org/alaskainsight
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- Become a Fly Fishing Guide in Bristol Bay | Alaska @ Work
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- 7 years ago
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- The Bristol Bay Fly Fishing & Guide Academy merges salmon and river education, with recreation and conservation principles to educate, engage and inspire Bristol Bay young adults to become local leaders in river stewardship and prepare them for jobs based on healthy fish in their home rivers. To learn more about this program, visit their website at https://bristolbayriveracademy.org/
Alaska Public Media and area businesses, educational institutions, and community service organizations are partnering in a workforce development initiative, called Alaska @ Work, focused on high-need jobs in Alaska that do not require four-year degrees.
Through multimedia content and promotion, Alaska Public Media is amplifying the great work being done to help students, parents, educators, and businesses become aware of and connect with training, apprenticeships, resources and job searches to jump-start a career.
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- Alaskan Life for Black Residents | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Alaska's mix of different cultures began with the first people of the state, but many others have arrived since statehood to leave their mark. The story of Black Alaskans and their contributions to the rich diversity of Alaska is one that is not often told.
In this episode of Alaska insight we discuss the experiences and accomplishments of Black Alaskans through the decades. #blackinalaska #blackhistorymonth #diversity
If you value content like this, consider supporting it by becoming a member of Alaska Public Media today at www.alaskapublic.org
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- Tyler's Ready to Learn Story
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- 7 years ago
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- Alaska Public Media hosted a Ready to Learn camp for area kids to show them that learning can be fun with PBS Kids. The experience inspired young Tyler Roberts and his mother to share their story about attending the camp.
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- Transforming Perspectives Through Paintings of Trauma and Hope
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- 7 years ago
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- In UAA Adjunct Art Professor Steve Gordon's beginning painting class, the storytellers shared intimate details about their lives, which guided the work of the teams of students. Tarah Hargrove was the inspiration for artist Arlitia Jones and her classmates. The murals will be on display at various points in Anchorage and Juneau from February through May. - Video by Joey Mendolia
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- Alaskan Life for Black Residents | PROMO
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- 7 years ago
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- Alaska's mix of different cultures began with the first people of the state, but many others have arrived since statehood to leave their mark. The story of Black Alaskans and their contributions to the rich diversity of Alaska is one that is not often told. This week on Alaska insight we discuss the experiences and accomplishments of Black Alaskans through the decades. Watch Friday, February 8 at 7:30 PM on Alaska Public Media TV (KAKM Ch. 7) or anytime at alaskapublic.org/alaskainsight
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- Discover your career path today!
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- 7 years ago
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- Attending a career college or apprenticeship program is one of the many routes for young people seeking a successful career. Discover some of the options available to you at alaskaatwork.org
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- The Future of the Arctic | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- The arctic is changing and what that means for future development, travel, infrastructure and safety is on the minds of not only those who live there, but scientists, policy makers and business leaders. What does smart and sustainable development look like for this remote region and who should make those decisions? That's our discussion this week on Alaska Insight.
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- Partner with us today!
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- 7 years ago
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- Alaska Public Media is seeking community partners for our workforce development initiative called Alaska @ Work. If your organization trains, educates, prepares or employees young people for good paying, high-demand jobs that don't require a four-year degree, then we want to hear from you! Contact us today at alaskaatwork.org
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- Find Your Pathway with Alaska @ Work
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- 7 years ago
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- There are many pathways to a productive and prosperous career outside the traditional college degree path. Find yours today with the help of Alaska @ Work! Visit alaskaatwork.org for more information.
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- What will the arctic of the future look like? | PROMO
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- 7 years ago
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- The arctic is changing and what that means for future development, travel, infrastructure and safety is on the minds of not only those who live there, but scientists, policy makers and business leaders. What does smart and sustainable development look like for this remote region and who should make those decisions? That's our discussion on this week's episode of Alaska Insight.
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- ANCSA: The Next Generation of Leaders | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act or ANCSA was passed in 1971. After nearly 50 years, what’s changed for Alaska Native people and what’s on the horizon for Native Corporations? How do Alaska Native Corporations balance considerations of culture, language and values against the need to make money? We discuss that with the CEO of Gana’A’Yoo, Ltd. and the Vice Chair of CIRI's Board of Directors.
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- 2018 was epic because of YOU | Alaska Public Media Year in Review
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- 7 years ago
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- Support from our members helped Alaska Public Media create TV and radio content, community events and statewide news to make a more informed and connected life possible for Alaskans year round. Thank you to all our members and supporters for making this possible!
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- Creating Accessible Cities | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- A recent report stated Alaska's population is declining. So what makes someone choose to stay in the community they live? Everything from building new playgrounds to giving people access to commuter trails helps make a livable community. In this episode we’ll talk with international experts and local leaders about feasible solutions for making communities great for everyone, whether you’re 8 or 80.
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- Dylan's Alaska Public Media Story
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- 7 years ago
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- Dylan Burkhead's love for the radio programs, "Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!" and "Alaska News Nightly" inspired him to donate a portion of his Permanent Fund Dividend to Alaska Public Media through Pick.Click.Give. Dylan was so excited to receive a Thank-You-Letter from Alaska Public Media that he hung it on his bedroom wall and his mother couldn't resist sharing this heart-warming moment with us. We were so overwhelmed by Dylan's love for public radio that we just had to invite him to the station for a behind-the-scenes tour.
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- What makes an accessible city? | PROMO
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- 7 years ago
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- On this week's episode of Alaska Insight, we discuss how to make our cities more integrated and resilient for the very young, the very old and everyone in between. We also talk with a Palmer man who is an advocate dedicated to identifying and reporting barriers to access for area residents. That's on Friday, January 18 at 7:30 PM on Alaska Public Media TV (KAKM Ch. 7) or online at alaskapublic.org/alaskainsight.
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- Statewide Opioid Action Plan | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Substance use disorders are diseases caused by many factors. Preventing and treating them requires input from everyone in the community including law enforcement and health care professionals. Those are some of the key messages in the state’s new opioid action plan. On this episode of Alaska Insight, we’ll hear from people dealing with drug addiction and those working to reduce substance abuse in our communities.
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- The Alaska Air Guard Rescue Triad
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- 7 years ago
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- If you get stuck or injured out in the middle of nowhere, Alaska isn't the worst place to do it. The state hosts some of the most elite, specialized rescue operators and equipment in the world. Many of the same pilots and medics who work in military combat zones overseas train in Alaska, practicing their techniques and tactics on in-state search and rescue operations. And the state's unique terrain and wilderness make it an idea training ground for a small group of military specialists. - Video by Joey Mendolia
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- Support Alaska Public Media with Pick.Click.Give
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- 7 years ago
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- Hey Alaska! PFD applications are now open. When you apply for your PFD, consider donating to Alaska Public Media through Pick.Click.Give. Your donation helps support all the news and entertainment programs you love on TV and radio, including Talk of Alaska, Line One: Your Health Connection, Alaska News Nightly, Outdoor Explorer, Alaska Insight and Indie Alaska. Find out more at alaskapublic.org or pickclickgive.org.
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- 2018 Winter Solstice Sunrise
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- 7 years ago
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- December 21, 2018: The shortest day of the year. Shown from the roof of Alaska Public Media in Anchorage, Alaska.
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- High Skill Jobs: Non-traditional Paths | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- There are numerous pathways to a great career. Many people choose the college or university route, but multiple high paying jobs require no college education at all. What are these careers and how can Alaskans train to get them? We'll learn more on this episode of Alaska Insight.
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- Happy Holidays from Alaska Public Media
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- 7 years ago
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- Thank you for your overwhelming generosity and support during 2018. We couldn't do what we do, without YOU. Happy holidays and cheers to 2019!
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- Building Alaska's Next Generation Housing
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- 7 years ago
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- The Cold Climate Housing Research Center in Fairbanks, Alaska is working to develop more durable and sustainable housing that can withstand Alaska's harsh climate. Mixing 21st Century technology with traditional knowledge, CCHRC engineers tackles issues like building on thawing permafrost, heat retention and adequate ventilation. Climate change presents another problem to solve, and the CCHRC is experimenting with different building techniques in unique environments across Alaska.
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- National Climate Assessment | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Alaska is warming at twice the rate of other states and rivals other places on the planet in terms of the rapid pace of change. In the recently released National Climate Assessment, Alaska has its own chapter. What will mitigation and adaptation cost in the coming decades? Host, Lori Townsend discusses these questions and more with two experts on the topic.
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- A Discussion on Earthquake Recovery | Alaska Insight
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- 7 years ago
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- Aftershocks from the massive earthquake that struck Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska on Friday morning continued over the weekend, adding stress to the assessment and recovery effort now underway. A lot of that damage was to major transportation corridors. How long will recovery take, especially in winter conditions? That's the discussion for this edition of Alaska Insight.
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- Earthquake Recovery Discussion on Alaska Insight | PROMO
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- 7 years ago
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- Aftershocks from the massive earthquake that struck Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska on Friday morning continued over the weekend, adding stress to the assessment and recovery effort now underway. A lot of that damage was to major transportation corridors. How long will recovery take, especially in winter conditions? We'll discuss the recovery outlook with Ethan Berkowitz, Mayor of Anchorage and Engineer John Thornley, Chair of the Geotechnical Advisory Commission. Tune in to Alaska Public Media TV this Friday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 6:30 pm.
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- The 2018 Anchorage Earthquake
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- 7 years ago
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- Just before 8:30 am on Friday, Nov. 30, a 7.0 earthquake struck Southcentral Alaska. Just seven miles north of Anchorage, it was the most significant earthquake to hit the area since the devastating Good Friday earthquake in 1964. Followed by hundreds of aftershocks, the earthquake cracked foundations, busted water pipes, and buckled roads. No deaths were reported, but Anchorage schools are closed for more than a week. Two schools in the region won’t be open for the rest of the school year.
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- Record Redaction and Barriers to Employment | Alaska Insight
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- 8 years ago
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- The Alaska Criminal Justice Commission just released its 4th report that recommends a wide range of prison and sentencing reforms and reinvestments in programs that combat addiction and help people successfully reenter society. We learn about those recommendations in this edition of Alaska Insight.
