DATES
BOYS: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
GIRLS: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2017
TIME: REGISTRATION STARTS 6:00 PM
SKILLS TESTING: 6:30-8:00 PM
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Through October 1: Mon-Thurs 6-8pm
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JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Pararescuemen and helicopter crews from the Alaska Air National Guard’s 176th Wing rescued hunters in two separate (missions) on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017.
At 2:40 p.m., the Alaska Air Guard received a request from the Alaska State Troopers to rescue an injured male, described as having lost blood due to a severe laceration, and drifting in and out of consciousness. The individual was located at Caribou Lake, approximately 140 miles northwest of Fairbanks. The man’s hunting partner was able to request help through the use of an inReach satellite communications device. The 176th Wing dispatched an HH-60 Pave Hawk rescue helicopter and a team of pararescuers from Eielson AFB to the location immediately after notification. Arriving on scene an hour later, the Air Guardsmen located the individual, who was suffering from a deep cut on the wrist. Pararescuemen tended to the injury while in transit to Fairbanks Memorial Hospital.
At 9:35 p.m., the Alaska State Troopers requested that the Alaska Air Guard provide a hoist-equipped helicopter to rescue a hunter stranded in the mountains above Jim Creek, southeast of Palmer. The man was described as trapped in a deep ravine. He was in the initial stages of hypothermia, and not equipped for the weather conditions. The 210th Rescue Squadron was conducting helicopter training in the Sustina low level training area in preparation for their upcoming deployment when the call for assistance was coordinated through the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center. Two Pave Hawk helicopters assisted by an HC-130J aerial refueling aircraft conducted the rescue. They arrived on scene at 10:54 p.m., and after hoisting the individual from austere terrain released him to an Alaska State Troopers at Mat-Su Regional Hospital.
The Alaska Air National Guard Pararescuemen from the 212th Rescue Squadron are highly skilled in rescue recovery and have the ability to treat life-threatening injuries. These teams utilize the HH-60G “Jolly” Pavehawk helicopter or the HC-130J “King” Hercules aircraft as aerial delivery platforms to reach survivors in extremis situations.
Both rescues were coordinated by 176th Wing, Alaska Air National Guard personnel at the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
Shaira Majica Rodriguez welcomed Gianlucas Alberto Soler to the world on September 8th, 2017 at 5:27 pm.
He weighed 7.8 lbs. 8 oz. and was 20. 5 inches long.
Congratulations!
Kendall Weisenberg
After several weeks of travel, the Lady Bucs finished a lot of volleyball in Fairbanks with their three day tour. On Thursday the Bucs arrived in Fairbanks to take on the 4A Lathrope Teams. Action there started with our JV and C teams who lost a couple hard fought games. The Varsity found their groove as the defeated the Lathrope team in four sets, 25-23, 23-25, 25-13, 26-24.
On Friday the JV and C Team once again challenged Lathopes JV and C teams. The JV and C girls put up a great fight, continued to find growth but feel short. On Saturday the JV played the North Pole Patriots and found success. Great job to Mr. Sharrai and the young Lady Bucs….six matches in three days..Go Bucs.
For the Varsity, they found themselves in the West Valley Invitational along with 10-12 other talented teams. Friday, the Lady Bucs ended the day with 4 wins and 4 losses, with notable wins over Hutchison, North Pole and others. Saturday pool play continued as they took on Anchorage Eagle River and Monroe. The Bucs lost to Eagle River, and defeated the Monroe Rams. Next the Ladies played in the gold tournament(upper division) and took on the #3 ranked Eagle River Team. The Ladies played tough, but lost 25-20, 25-22. They showed a lot of fight, and it proved to be a back and forth exciting match. Placing in the top six was one of our goals…Great Job!
Kassi Howard
Thursday VS Lathrop. Win 25-23, 23-25, 25-13, 26-24
Friday West Valley Invitational
West Valley L 10-25
North Pole. W 25-20
Barrow L 16-25
Lathrop L 20-25
Delta W 25-8
Kodiak L 23-25
Hutchison W 25-10
Eielson W 25-17
Saturday West Valley Invitational
Eagle River 17-25
Monroe 26-24
Eagle River Gold Bracket Game Loss, 22-25, 21-25
Jade Watts
This was my first time being in charge on a swim weekend. We made it safely to Palmer and back with beautiful weather both days. The swimmers were respectful and behaved. The team seemed to be in a good mental zone and competed effectively. We had a very successful swim meet!
Highlights:
– Both the Girls & Boys 200 Free Relays took 2nd Place
– We had five 2nd place finishes
– We had four 3rd place finishes
– We placed in the Top 6, sixteen times, with Victoria Korenev having an great 100 Free swim placing 4th out of 13.
Swimmer of the Week:
Rowan Miller is the swimmer of the Week. She placed 3rd in the 200 Free & 2nd in her 100 Backstroke. Rowan has a great attitude and was vital to our success this weekend.
CLICK HERE for Swimming Results
Delta Invitational – September 9, 2017
The Valdez Buccaneers travelled to Delta last weekend to face off against 18 teams on a wet and chilly afternoon. A much smaller race than the previous meets allowed for some season bests from Aiden McAtee, Ben Swanson and Sophia Palomar. Rafael Alfaro finished strong despite nagging knee pain. Kalin Woods used strategies practiced last week to obtain the lead for Valdez. Katie Wadsworth almost beat her time from last year and continues to run strong. The course was narrower and more consistent with running on a trail with a monstrous hill.
Our athlete of the week is Aiden McAtee. He made huge progress this last week and worked through some hamstring issues to beat his season best by fifteen seconds. McAtee always has a smile on his face and gave it all he had in Delta to finish in 22:34.
CLICK HERE for Cross Country results (Times are unofficial, waiting for official times to be posted by Delta.)
Previous Athletes of the Week:
Katelyn Wadsworth always comes to practice ready to work hard and pushes herself to test limits. She comes to practice consistently and on time. Wadsworth is the team cheerleader, she supports everyone and takes each meet in stride. She stays positive and upbeat, even if goals are not met.
Rafael Alfaro is a team leader that always gives his all in practice. He is a strategic thinker that plans out each meet. Alfaro cheers on his teammates and encourages them to try their best.
Brenner Wilson has great perseverance! He never gives up and pushes through difficulties. His progress this season has been astounding and he continues to push himself.
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For Immediate Release: September 8, 2017 Contact: Heather Fair, Statewide Right-of-Way Chief, (907)465-6954, heather.fair@alaska.gov (JUNEAU, Alaska) – With political campaigns underway across the state the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT&PF) is reminding Alaskans that the use of public right of ways for political advertising is prohibited. In 1998, Alaskans overwhelmingly voted to keep the state free from outdoor advertising. Alaska statutes and regulations address unauthorized signs both within and along the State’s public right of ways including parked vehicles displaying such signs and signs on private property legible from the main-traveled way.
The State of Alaska recognizes that advertising is an important effort and expensive investment for all. Campaigns and volunteers may simply not realize the prohibitions regarding advertising in and along the State’s public right of ways. Though the extent of the public right of ways are not always easily visible on the ground the laws prohibit all unauthorized signs legible from the traveled way. For more information, please review the Department’s webpage at http://dot.alaska.gov/campaignsigns/ and contact your local State Right-of-Way Office if you require assistance related to specific right of ways. The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities oversees 242 airports, 10 ferries serving 35 communities, more than 5,600 miles of highway and 731 public facilities throughout the state of Alaska. The mission of the department is to “Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure.” ### |
TWO VACANCIES TO SERVE A THREE YEAR TERM
The City of Valdez is currently accepting applications to fill two vacancies due to term expiration on the
Providence Valdez Medical Center Health Advisory Council. These positions are appointed by the Valdez
City Council and shall each serve a three year term expiring October 2020.
Duties: The Health Advisory Council and its members provide feedback and guidance to Providence
regarding the operation of community Health Care Facilities. All guidance received from the Health
Advisory Council by Providence is non-binding and advisory only. The Council is comprised of qualified
representatives of the community serving with the intent of assisting the Medical Center in its mission of
providing quality health care in Valdez and improving community health and wellness. The Health
Council has an advisory role in policy formation, strategic development and oversight of health care
programs and services. Regular meetings are held monthly with occasional special events where
attendance is expected.
Online applications may be submitted through the City’s boards and commission application portal at
www.ci.valdez.ak.us/boardsandcommissions. Paper applications are available at City Hall and can be
submitted by email to aferko@ci.valdez.ak.us or dropped off at the front desk of City Hall.
Deadline for submission is Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. for appointment by City Council on
October 3, 2017.
Posted: September 7, 2017
Allie Ferko, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
