Local Business Wrap-Up
NorthWave Communications hosted a business wrap up lunch at Mike's Palace last Wednesday.
Time capsule: The secret life of a red fox family
One year ago, in a world with the same mountains and valleys but feeling very different, we made a discovery.
An update on fishhook chickadee beaks
Over 26 years ago, my friend Ned Rozell wrote about a startling new deformity seen in Alaska’s black-capped chickadees:
Suspect Charged in Death Following Reported Assault
The Valdez Police Department has arrested Jacquelyn Jeffery, 31, of Valdez, in connection with the death of Maria K. Varenhorst, 43, also of Valdez. Varenhorst died on September 9, 2026, while receiving medical treatment at Providence Valdez Medical Center after a reported assault.
DOT&PF Announces Draft 2027–2030 STIP Available for Public Review and Comment
The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) today released the Draft 2027-2030 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public review and comment.
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Koe Wetzel and Parker McCollum reuniting for 2026 ‘Naughty or Nice Tour’
Koe Wetzel and Parker McCollum are bringing back their “Naughty or Nice Tour” for a five-date run across…
Megan Moroney to turn the Grand Ole Opry Pink for 18th Annual ‘Opry Goes Pink’
Megan Moroney will help turn the Grand Ole Opry pink this fall as part of the 18th annual…
Woman accused of shooting at Rihanna’s home is indicted on attempted murder charge
A Florida woman accused of opening fire on Rihanna’s Beverly Crest home in March has been indicted on…
Collective Soul brings ’80s nostalgia to ‘Eye on You’ video
Collective Soul has released a new music video for “Eye On You,” a track from the band’s latest…
Sports News
MLB playoffs: White Sox, Rays take 2-0 ALDS leads with Game 2 wins
The 2026 MLB postseason featured two American League Division Series games Monday, Oct. 5, with the Chicago White…
Washington Capitals’ captain Alex Ovechkin announces retirement at end of 2026-27 season
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin will retire from the NHL at the conclusion of the 2026-27 season, ending…
Brewers move within one win of NLCS, as Braves even series with Dodgers
The Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves each claimed crucial NLDS victories Sunday, with Milwaukee moving within one win…
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase suffers concussion in 22-17 loss to Jaguars
Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase was ruled out with a concussion after taking a hard hit…