A new picture book takes its readers on a journey through Bristol Bay’s sweeping landscape. 'Quyana Spirit' tells the story of a human boy and a Yup’ik spirit guide finding magic in their surroundings.
The utility cooperative states that rising costs, aging equipment and fewer cable subscribers motivated the decision.
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The shooter tried to get into the hospital's emergency department early on January 14.
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Commercial fishing is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. Leann Cyr, the executive director of the Alaska Marine Safety Education Association sat down with KDLG’s Christina McDermott to talk about the scope of mental health challenges fleets may face and what’s being done to address these challenges.
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The community of Manokotak saw power restored early this year after all three of its generators failed on December 13. Generators repairs are not yet complete.
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Peter Pan’s largest plant will bypass the 2024 A fishing season, set to begin January 20.
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In December, Dillingham's city council voted to continue providing Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance at full coverage for employees and 90% coverage for employee dependents.
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The community has been without power for more than a week and say they need aid.
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The organization announced that Wink left on December 18. Board President Fritz Johnson will serve as interim director.
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Dillingham residents urge City Council to increase transparency in city manager duties and decisionsThe public spoke about creating checks and balances for city termination decisions. They also spoke on the decision to combine the animal control officer position with a police office role.
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In Manokotak residents took road tests and received real IDs in the village for the first time ever as part of a years-long effort from the community, the state, and the Bristol Bay Native Corporation.
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Public Safety
Education
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Politics
Fisheries Headlines
- The USDA plans to buy millions of pounds of salmon and pollock
- Fewer workers in fine dining may cut into seafood processors’ profits
- Bristol Bay Setnetters vote ‘no’ on joining the region’s seafood development association
- “How can we work together?” Longtime fisherman Dan Barr reflects on his career in Bristol Bay
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