June 21 marks the official start of summer and the longest day of the year. But in Nome, the summer solstice is more than just a date; it’s a season filled with light, life, and blessings. With almost 24 hours of sunshine, families head to the rivers to fish for salmon, carrying on a tradition that fills both freezers and hearts. Others hike into the hills and tundra to gather ripe blueberries and salmonberries beneath the midnight sun.
This is a time when the land gives freely and people feel more connected to nature, to each other, and to something greater than themselves.
Out at summer fish camps, where families work side by side to clean and prepare their catch, one steady companion is KNOM Radio. In places where there’s no phone or internet signal, many rely on KNOM for weather reports, community news, Mass, music, and words of encouragement. More than just a station, KNOM is a voice of comfort and faith, reminding listeners they are never truly alone.
Thank you for walking with us. Your support helps us serve the people of Western Alaska with faith, friendship, and broadcasting. We would love to know how you are doing. Know that you are always in our prayers.
