‘Dear Friend of KNOM’ (October 2018)
“An inspired effort to set aside fear to work toward good changes the conversation from ‘I cannot’ to ‘we can’…” Read the introduction to the October newsletter.
From Nome to Rome
A determination to become an Egyptologist has taken one exceptional Nome college student halfway around the world. Her struggles and successes were featured in a recent episode of “Story49.”
Thespian, Musician, Freshman
Nome resident Andrew Hafner is the latest Western Alaska youth to be “caught” in the KNOM series “Caught Doing Something Good.” Andrew’s contribution to his community is through the arts. He’s an accomplished actor and musician, and he’s only just entering high school.
Efficient Transmitting
Just two months since the installation of the new Nautel AM transmitter, the mission is already realizing significant energy savings.
A Feathery Puzzle
Why are seabirds in Western Alaska dying? Recent scientific inquiries have brought researchers to the region, as KNOM News has reported.
The New Class
Current volunteer fellows Katie Kazmierski and Emily Hofstaedter are just back from a start-of-year retreat with KNOM staffers and board member Father Ross Tozzi. This time of reflection is a precursor for their year of service.
10 Years Ago
Relive a dramatic snapshot of Western Alaska life from just before the 2008 Kingikmiut Dance Festival in the village of Wales.