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National Guard Focuses on Increasing Operations During Tour of Nome, Brevig Mission, and Teller

By Davis Hovey | October 11, 2017

Major General Laurie Hummel with the DMVA and the Alaska National Guard stands beside Verdie Bowen during a public presentation at the VFW in Nome. Photo Credit: Davis Hovey, KNOM (2017)

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.

All-In for Veterans Day

By KNOM Radio | November 27, 2015 |

Nome residents prep for 2015 Veterans Day parade

Recently, KNOM paid grateful tribute to the veterans of our communities and our state through coverage of Nome’s Veterans Day parade.