Ramp Replacement and Other Port Projects Move Forward
The concrete ramp at the harbor in the Port of Nome is set to go out of commission for repairs on July 10th if updates remain on schedule.
“Game-Changing” Study Uses Genetics to Study Beluga Whales
Researchers can now use the epigenetic information taken from beluga skin samples to determine their age.
Port Commission Talks Spring Cleaning, Project Updates
In a recent meeting, the Nome Port Commission shared updates on major port repairs like the Ramp Replacement Project and the CAP 107 Dredging Project.
Top 25 Mushers Out of Skwentna-South
The latest to finish Iditarod 2021 is Matthew Failor in 21st place.
Women of the Iditarod
Women of the trail have not proven that they can “run with the big dogs.” They are the big dogs. KNOM shares a bit about the history of female mushers in the Last Great Race.
Gunnar Johnson Withdrawn From Iditarod After Positive Covid-19 Test
Late last night veteran Gunnar Johnson tested positive for Covid-19 following his mandatory testing at the McGrath checkpoint yesterday afternoon.
Iditarod Update: Day One 6:00PM
Iditarod Mushers are on their way to the first layover checkpoint in Skwentna.
Nome Port Commission Discusses Tariffs, Cruise Ship Season in Regular Meeting
Nome’s Port Commission met on February 18th to discuss the upcoming cruise ship season, tariffs, Covid-19 criteria for the harbor, and more updates for the Deep Draft Port project.
Offshore SeaBirds Feel Effects of Warmer Ocean Waters
Coastal seabirds have experienced significant die-offs in Western Alaska the past few years. But recent results suggest that offshore birds are also feeling the impact of low ice and warming ocean temperatures in the Bering Sea.
Iron Doggers in the Final Stretch with One More Layover Until Big Lake
Iron Dog racers are almost done with their journey and are on their way to a final layover before the finish line in Big Lake.