Alaska Airlines Announces Upgrades Coming to Nome Airport
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Alaska Airlines has unveiled a $60 million investment plan aimed at upgrading terminals and other facilities across the state. The initiative is part of the airline’s “Great Land Investment Plan” first launched in 2016. Upgrades to the airline’s 13 owned stations, including the Nome Airport, are included in the next phase of the project. Alaska […]
Ten Lights Broken at Stebbins Runway
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10 runway lights have been broken since the beginning of June, likely by children. Each costs $10,000 to replace.
Drugs and Alcohol Seized at Nome Airports; Charges Pending Against Suspects
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On Sunday, Troopers seized four 750ml bottles of liquor from an unnamed passenger at the Nome airport. A charge for importation of alcohol is pending. Also in Nome, Troopers seized one ounce of marijuana from a piece of cargo at a local airline on Monday.
Traditions of Welcoming
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It’s summer: the time of new beginnings for our volunteers. We’d like to share two small traditions that have become cherished parts of the season.