Alaska Military Collaborates and Practices for Arctic Scenarios
According to the National Guard, ICEX 2018, a five-week-long event, allows the Navy to develop its understanding and preparedness in the Arctic. More than 50 Alaska National Guardsmen are supporting the Navy in this endeavor.
Santa Comes to St. Michael
As volunteer Zoe Grueskin reported for KNOM listeners last month, Santa Claus traveled to the village of St. Michael this past Christmas with some special help. Reindeer are plentiful in the sub-Arctic, but in 2017, Santa made his deliveries on an Alaska National Guard cargo plane.
Operation Santa Claus Brings Cheer to St. Michael
Alaska National Guard airmen — and Santa Claus himself — delivered toys and treats to children in St. Michael during the 61st annual Operation Santa Claus.
National Guard Focuses on Increasing Operations During Tour of Nome, Brevig Mission, and Teller
Maj. Gen. Laurie Hummel and her entourage are touring Western Alaska this week. Among some, the trip is evoking memories of how the US military presence in Alaska has changed over time — as well as the loose ends, especially with the Alaska Territorial Guard, still to be tied.