Bethel is weighing a decision on the first liquor store in decades. In the shadow of the debate is a powerful and elaborate bootlegging economy.
Western
Bethel teen’s shop offers fashion and socializing
A Bethel teen has started her own business, a women’s clothing consignment store in November, making her one of the community’s youngest entrepreneurs.
Cessna 185 makes emergency landing in Nome
A privately-owned Cessna 185 airplane made an emergency landing at Nome’s City Field airport on Thursday afternoon.
Migrating birds may carry viral baggage
A lethal strain of bird flu is wreaking havoc in the Lower 48, and a remote spot in Southwest Alaska may hold some clues.
Regional tribal government considered in Western Alaska
The delegates will look at major changes to how the YK Delta is governed through four main resolutions under discussion.
Yupiit Nation members talk tribal sovereignty
One of the most vocal groups in the Y-K Delta, Yupiit Nation, recently met to hash out their vision of future governance in the region.
Democrats sue Redistricting Board over new map
A new lawsuit has been filed against the state redistricting board. This time, it’s by the Alaska Democratic Party.
Redistricting Board adopts final plan
In a half-hour meeting on a Sunday afternoon, the Alaska Redistricting Board unanimously agreed on a new electoral map.
Where will SE election boundaries end up?
The latest redistricting maps propose new political boundaries for much of Southeast Alaska. Some answer community concerns. But the final result is not going to make everyone happy.
Friday Newscast
Stories include the latest candidate to run for school board during the municipal election on October 4th and another buyer steps forward to pick up the last two weeklies being shut down by Calista Corporation.