The Nome Static, August 2019: Print Layout
Explore the August 2019 issue of KNOM’s newsletter, “The Nome Static.”
‘Dear Friend of KNOM…’ (August 2019)
“Resilience takes root when things get hard for Western Alaskans.” Read the introduction to KNOM’s August newsletter.
Climbing Champions
Nome brothers Oliver and Wilson Hoogendorn were the first mountaineers to successfully summit Mount Denali this year. Summiting the 20,310-foot mountain is an immense challenge for any hiker. Being the first of the season is an even greater accomplishment.
For the Next Generation
A new children’s show on KNOM has been a hit with listeners.
New Voices, New Roles
Summer 2019 has seen the arrivals of new volunteers and volunteer fellows at KNOM Radio Mission.
A Floating Memorial
The Nome branch of the Alaska Department of Fish & Game is utilizing a brand-new, 30-foot boat to catch and tag salmon, pull crab pots, and conduct research. The boat’s name memorializes two fisheries technicians from Elim and Unalakleet.
Back to Their Roots
A first-of-its-kind “plant symposium” in Nome was a platform for sharing traditional knowledge about the nutritional and medicinal value of local berries, flowers, and other tundra plants.
Tundra Aflame
This summer, there have been more wildfires than usual in Alaska; many have been caused by lightning strikes.
From the GM’s Desk (August 2019)
The challenges of an Alaska summer are “a reminder of why we’re here,” writes Margaret in the end-note to KNOM’s August newsletter. “Each story is a witness to sacrifice, courage, and compassion.”