‘Lock-out’ instituted at Gambell school after gun threat, no injuries reported
A threat of gun violence at John Apangalook School in Gambell was made last Thursday, resulting in a student being sent home. The incident resulted in a lock-out protocol for students, teachers, staff and visitors.
Research shows a significant increase in rabid red foxes in the Nome area
From January through April, more than a dozen red foxes have shown signs of rabies and tested positive for the virus.
After 2 months, Koyuk still grappling with a lack of water
Koyuk City Clerk Tracey Kimoktoak says there is a plan to fix the system – once temperatures warm up.
City officials, shelter see results from halt on Sunday alcohol sales
For the past three months, the City of Nome and local businesses have agreed to a voluntary halt on alcohol sales on Sundays. That includes beer, wine and liquor.
Troopers respond to separated, overdue snowmachiners near Kotzebue
Alaska State Troopers had their hands full over the weekend east of Kotzebue as a pair of search and rescue operations were mounted to safely locate separated and overdue snowmachiners.
Troopers investigating homicide in Mountain Village
Alaska State Troopers are investigating a homicide at a residence in Mountain Village.