Elder Voices: Ethel & Alfred Adams
Husband and wife Alfred and Ethel Adams share their story on this rebroadcast of KNOM’s “Elder Voices.” Recorded in Koyuk in 2003, the two share their own stories of growing up in the region and of their marriage.
Elder Voices: Georgianne Anasogak
Georgianne Anasogak remembers being constantly on the move during her youth — from Shaktoolik to Elim, and ultimately to her home in Koyuk, where KNOM interviewed her in 2011. “Elder Voices” brings you the stories of western Alaska’s elders.
Gov. Walker Approves Updates to “Vulnerable Adult” Services in Alaska
Governor Bill Walker signed Senate Bill 83 and House Bill 108 into law last week; they update existing laws providing care to “vulnerable adults,” such as Alaska’s seniors.
Alaska Native Civil Rights Leader to be Featured on One-Dollar Coin
The new $1 coin, named the Peratrovich, will retain the “Sacagawea” design on the heads side, while Elizabeth Peratrovich will be featured on the reverse side.
Nome Resident to Represent Alaska on Regional Fishery Management Council
The US Commerce Department has appointed Nome resident Simon Kinneen to a seat on the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. He begins his 3-year term August 12th.
Welcome to the World, Amos!
The KNOM family grew by one just a few weeks ago, with the birth of the second son of Program Director Laura Collins and her husband, Jeff.
Elder Voices: Maggie Olson
Maggie shares stories of gathering berries and greens with her grandmother and memories of subsistence: seining for fish, gathering tom cod, and whaling for beluga.
Elder Voices: Barbara Koogasagoon
Join Barbara Koogasagoon, from Savoonga, as she tells stories of growing up on St. Lawrence Island, before electricity and airplanes.
Elder Voices: Willa Ashenfelter
On this week’s episode of “Elder Voices” from the KNOM Archive, hear White-Mountain-born Willa Ashenfelter describe village life she remembers as a child, particularly her fond Christmas memories. Tune in Wednesday at 11am and again at 6pm, only on KNOM.
Elder Voices: Ida Beisemeier
Ida tells her story of how she left Kotzebue for California, and how she returned years later to teach a new generation the language and culture she had almost forgotten.