The Nome Static, April 2018
Listening to the Bering Sea
A new scientific study happening along Western Alaska’s coasts is all about listening — to the sounds of the sea, and to how those sounds are clues for long-term changes in the region. Your support brought to KNOM listeners the news of this fascinating undertaking.
Read MoreSnow, Snow, Snow!
In KNOM country, it’s been a year of heavy snowfall. A certain amount of snow is needed each winter for traditional sub-Arctic activities, whether subsistence hunting or village-to-village travel. But too much snow can cause problems.
Read MoreNorway’s Ulsom Wins Iditarod
Last month marked another running of Alaska’s epic, 1,000-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. 2018 brought a fresh face to the roster of race champions — and saw KNOM volunteer alumni on the trail, both as reporters and even as a competitor.
Read MoreA Frantic Race on the Sea Ice
It’s an intense race that changes minute-by-minute, and for three hours each March, listeners throughout Western Alaska hear all about it on KNOM, live, through your support. Learn about this year’s Nome-Golovin Snowmachine Race.
Read MoreEaster, Loud and Clear
In 2018 and every year, your support helps bring Easter Mass to listeners in Western Alaska who do not have a priest to celebrate the holiday.
Read MoreFrom the GM’s Desk (April 2018)
In “early spring in Western Alaska,” Margaret DeMaioribus writes in the end-note to the April newsletter, “KNOM’s constant presence is foundational” — and you are a friend and companion to Western Alaska “in moments big and small.”
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