Western Alaska Basketball Teams Battle It Out In Regional Championships
Shaktoolik, Shishmaref and Unalakleet come out on top of regional 1A and 2A tournaments. The Nome Nanooks head to Anchorage for their 3A Western Conference championship, while two Nanook cross-country skiiers have success in Anchorage.
Graphite Mine Bill Provokes Mixed Reactions in Western Alaska
While some people are optimistic about possible economic benefits of a proposed graphite mine on the Seward Peninsula, others express concern about the mine’s potential impact on subsistence.
Double the Blessings!
One of the most significant developments in the Western Alaska faith community this year, so far, has been the arrival of two priests who will be ministering to seven parishes in the region. Meet Fr. Thomas Sagili and Fr. Kumar Pasala.
From the GM’s Desk (February 2018)
Conversations of “hope, wisdom, and captivating joy” are happening in Western Alaska thanks to you, Margaret DeMaioribus writes in the end-note to KNOM’s February newsletter.
With NSEDC Contribution, Regional Wellness Center One Step Closer to Being Funded
On November 27th and 28th, NSEDC’s Board voted to provide millions in funds to a Norton Sound Health Corporation wellness center which will provide substance abuse treatment and detox services in Nome. Public relations specialist for NSHC Reba Lean says NSEDC’s $2 million donation will help fund the $14 million dollar multipurpose building.
GCI Expands High-Speed Broadband to Norton Sound Villages
Residents of six Norton Sound villages can expect to see high-speed terrestrial broadband coverage from GCI by the end of 2017, the company says.
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.
Nome Hosts Cross-Country Invite; In Volleyball, Kotzebue Huskies Defeat Lady Nanooks
Teams from Kotzebue, Teller, White Mountain, and Savoonga visited Nome for the Nome Cross-Country Invite. And the Kotzebue Huskies volleyball team hosted the Nome Nanooks, resulting in a Kotzebue win.
Incidents of “Criminal Mischief” in Elim, Teller This Week
In Elim, Troopers received a report on Tuesday of an unoccupied dwelling being broken into. That same day, in Teller, Troopers responded to a report of vandalized vehicles. On Wednesday, Troopers were informed of a burglary and items being stolen from a Teller residence.
Vehicle Roll-Over Results In Driver Hospitalized, One Passenger Dead
Sunday morning, around 7:40am, Alaska State Troopers were notified that an 18-month-old infant was thrown from a Dodge Durango as the vehicle rolled over.