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Construction Report

Construction Report: Permafrost adds challenges to Chena Hot Springs Road repair

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By John Dougherty
A repaving project on Chena Hot Springs Road near Fairbanks is facing additional challenges as crews work to remove years of pavement from the road.

Environment

EPA announces intent to change “Waters of the U.S.” definition, increase protections

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Alex Bengel
On Saturday, June 12, the Environmental Protection Agency announced its intent to change the definition of Waters of the United States.

Fire & Rescue

Burn suspension in Delta Junction, Fairbanks, Kenai Peninsula

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Jay Luzardo
The Alaska Department of Natural Resources placed a burn suspension on Monday for some Alaska regions with high fire danger.

State

Alaska lawmakers reach tentative deal on budget, dividend

Updated: Jun. 13, 2021 at 8:04 PM AKDT
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By Associated Press
Alaska budget negotiators have reached a tentative agreement on a state spending package that includes an estimated $1,100 dividend for residents this year.
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Roadtrippin’: Exploring Running Reindeer Ranch in Fairbanks

Updated: Jun. 12, 2021 at 5:40 PM AKDT
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By Lauren Maxwell
The Running Reindeer Ranch in Fairbanks offers visitors something unique: the chance to walk with a reindeer herd through the boreal forest of Jane Atkinson’s 13-acre ranch.

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Alaska Army National Guard hosted a Grand Opening for new Fairbanks Recruiting Station

Updated: Jun. 12, 2021 at 4:26 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
Yesterday June 11th The Alaska Army National Guard hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of their new Fairbanks recruiting station, located across the street from Hutcheson Highschool.

Community

Sunshine and Trash: Volunteers show up for Fairbanks Stream Cleanup Day

Updated: Jun. 12, 2021 at 3:59 PM AKDT
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By Sarah Hollister
Volunteers showed up Saturday to clean garbage from the Noyes Slough and Chena River. All trash collected will be counted and recorded to help locate the source of the litter.

Community

Doyon Foundation provides grants for Alaskan Native language revitalization

Updated: Jun. 11, 2021 at 5:50 PM AKDT
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By Alex Bengel
The Doyon Foundation, as part of an effort to revitalize several Alaskan Native languages, has funded $65,000 in grants to tribes and organizations across the state.

Gardening Report

Garden Report: What are Fairbanksans planting this year?

Updated: Jun. 11, 2021 at 5:39 PM AKDT
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By John Dougherty
Most Fairbanksans already have their gardens planted but some are still expanding. For this weeks gardening report, we went to greenhouses in Fairbanks and asked customers what they have planted and how their gardens are fairing.

Education

Sci-Friday: Fairbanks Audiologist explains the inner workings of cochlear implants

Updated: Jun. 11, 2021 at 4:51 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
For this sci-friday we take a look at a piece of medical technology that can reproduce the function of a human sense.

Economy

Governor Dunleavy speaks in front of Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce

Updated: Jun. 10, 2021 at 4:51 PM AKDT
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By Alex Bengel
The Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce hosted Governor Mike Dunleavy on Thursday, June 10, to speak about his fiscal plan for the state.

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Some glaciers in Alaska aren’t melting the way scientists expect, but why?

Updated: Jun. 10, 2021 at 4:49 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
Summertime provides opportunities for scientists in Alaska to study the melt rate of glaciers -- and sometimes these studies uncover unusual or unexplained findings. Ryan Osborne spoke with one of these glacier researchers at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute to learn more.

State

Former Alaska state lawmaker indicted on 5 counts of voter misconduct

Updated: Jun. 10, 2021 at 4:46 PM AKDT
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By Sean Maguire and Megan Pacer
Former Republican Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux has been indicted on five charges of voter misconduct. She pleaded not guilty to all five charges on Thursday.

Military Report

Inside the Gates: JBER’s Malemute Drop Zone hosts Fort Wainwright’s Sugar Bears

Updated: Jun. 9, 2021 at 9:35 PM AKDT
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By Beth Verge
Hundreds of local paratroopers from Spartan Brigade participated in a drop zone training exercise.

Community

‘It’s not every day you get to design a police car,’ Fairbanks police announce winner of police car design contest

Updated: Jun. 9, 2021 at 7:27 PM AKDT
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By John Dougherty
The Fairbanks Police Department has announced a winner in it’s contest for a new police vehicle graphics design. Ryder Snow’s design featuring mountains, and the norther lights with a golden heart won.

Economy

GVEA signs agreement to purchase surplus power from University of Alaska Fairbanks

Updated: Jun. 9, 2021 at 7:20 PM AKDT
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By Alex Bengel
In April, the Golden Valley Electric Association made an agreement with the University of Alaska Fairbanks allowing GVEA to purchase excess power from the university's power plant when available.

Education

Detect and avoid: UAF’s drone program tests using radar to find manned aircraft

Updated: Jun. 9, 2021 at 3:46 PM AKDT
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By John Dougherty
The University of Alaska Fairbanks’ drone program is conducting testing to be able to fly unmanned and manned aircraft simultaneously. The Alaska Center for Unmanned Aerial Systems Integration, ACAUSI, is at Bradly Sky-Ranch Airport where they have three ground radars set up and one on a drone that is flying near the runway.

News

Alaska Fire Service managing several fires around the Interior after reported lightning strikes

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 5:51 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
Thunderstorms moving through the Alaska’s Interior have started several fires over the last 48 hours. Prompting an aggressive aerial response from the Bureau of Land Management Alaska Fire Service.

Crime

Fairbanks man charged with robbery and assault after chase, stand-off with troopers

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 5:06 PM AKDT
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By KTVF Staff Reporter
A Fairbanks man was charged with robbery and assault after he allegedly pistol whipped a victim and stole a vehicle early Sunday morning.

Crime

Fairbanks man, female juvenile arrested and charged in murder plot

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 4:05 PM AKDT
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By KTVF Staff Reporter
An 18-year-old Fairbanks man and a 16-year-old female juvenile have been arrested and charged in relation to plotting and attempting to murder the female’s mother.

Health

Health Report: Vaccinated Fairbanks residents safe to go maskless, minimal risk of transmission

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 3:52 PM AKDT
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By Richard Atkin
With more businesses and facilities in Fairbanks modifying their mask requirements and allowing COVID-19 vaccinated residents to not wear masks, health officials say that, for these vaccinated individuals, not only is the risk of infection low but so is the risk of transmission to others.

Education

Alaska-based crew helps preserve language via popular social media platform

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 1:28 PM AKDT
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By Beth Verge
The group faced an ongoing question: How can language learning be more accessible to more people, especially on an interface that so many individuals are using every day?

News

NWTC host first boat patrol officer training

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 1:17 PM AKDT
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By Emily Matesic
Seeing a need for a class, NWTC hosts the first and only boat patrol officer training in Wisconsin.

State

Alaska governor urges lawmakers to act on dividend plan

Updated: Jun. 8, 2021 at 5:42 AM AKDT
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By Associated Press
Lawmakers are in a special session with the state budget and Dunleavy’s dividend plan on the agenda.

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Copper River sockeye run picks up after a slow start

Updated: Jun. 7, 2021 at 8:02 PM AKDT
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By Jay Kim
The sockeye run is looking up in Copper River after a slow start this season.

Crime

Suspect in custody: Fairbanks man arrested in connection to alleged felony assault

Updated: Jun. 7, 2021 at 5:23 PM AKDT
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By KTVF Staff Reporter
According to a Facebook post, the Fairbanks Police Department (FPD) is asking for the public’s help in keeping watch for Harley Hunter Morris, 18, of Fairbanks.

News

University of Alaska Museum of the North focuses on arctic whale in a massive new display

Updated: Jun. 7, 2021 at 4:46 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
No bones about it -- this new display at the University of Alaska Museum of the North promises a whale of a time for museum-goers looking to learn about arctic marine life.

News

97-year-old claims diploma from Virginia high school

Updated: Jun. 7, 2021 at 3:54 PM AKDT
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By Bruce Young
It was the very first time they passed out diplomas outside, on the football field. But for one recipient, it was a long time coming.

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Crystal Falls assisted living residents treated to drive-thru parade

Updated: Jun. 7, 2021 at 2:26 PM AKDT
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By Alex Clark
The parade line up included friends and families of residents and tenants.

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‘A happy feeling. Like I’m proud of myself’: A look at the Alaska EXCEL program

Updated: Jun. 5, 2021 at 7:35 PM AKDT
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By Taylor Clark
A new generation of professionals and employees is being made at Alaska Pacific University through the Alaska EXCEL program. During their two week programs, young people from rural communities are learning all the skills they need to not only find jobs, but succeed in the modern workforce.

News

NASA unveils new missions to Venus, Fairbanks scientist tapped to work on the project

Updated: Jun. 4, 2021 at 5:43 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
This week, NASA announced that for the first time in 30 years they will be sending two new satellites to a nearby planet still shrouded in mystery.

Gardening Report

Living Soil Series: Keeping a living root in your garden adds nutrients to your soil

Updated: Jun. 4, 2021 at 5:25 PM AKDT
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By Sarah Hollister
In our final episode of our "Living Soil Series," we look at what a 'living root' is and why it's an essential part to a healthy garden.

Gardening Report

Gardening Report: Fairbanks tea shop starts tea farm, offers tips to grow your own

Updated: Jun. 4, 2021 at 3:51 PM AKDT
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By Richard Atkin
The Sipping Streams Tea Company is starting its own tea farm in Fairbanks, and they have a few tips to offer to those looking to start growing their own tea plant.

Safety

Fairbanks Police warn of phone scammers pretending to be law enforcement agents

Updated: Jun. 3, 2021 at 5:44 PM AKDT
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By KTVF Staff Reporter
According to a Facebook post put out by the Fairbanks Police Department (FPD), Fairbanks North Star Borough (FNSB) residents have been receiving phone calls from an individual identifying themselves as a Fairbanks law enforcement officer.

Economy

Fairbanks businesses keep calm and carry on as construction closes busy roads this summer

Updated: Jun. 3, 2021 at 4:47 PM AKDT
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By John Dougherty
With two bridges closed and multiple road repairs taking place this summer, much of Fairbanks is seeing some kind of road work. For businesses in construction areas, the detours can hurt commerce.

Gardening Report

Living Soil Series: A healthy garden is a diverse garden

Updated: Jun. 3, 2021 at 4:29 PM AKDT
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By Sarah Hollister
In our 3rd episode of our "Living Soil Series," we look at the importance of biodiversity and how mixing it up can be a natural fertilizer for your garden.

News

Travelers visiting Alaska can now receive COVID-19 vaccinations

Updated: Jun. 3, 2021 at 3:34 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
As tourist season begins, the Department of Health and Social Services have announced that travelers are now eligible for Covid-19 vaccinations in Alaska.

Education

UAF updates COVID-19 policies & mask mandates, plans for fall return to in-person schooling

Updated: Jun. 2, 2021 at 6:09 PM AKDT
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By Alex Bengel
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is updating its policies regarding COVID-19 amid falling case counts state — and nationwide.

Candidate Profiles & Election Information

Alaska Division of Elections runs mock ranked-choice voting election online

Updated: Jun. 2, 2021 at 6:01 PM AKDT
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By Alex Bengel
The Alaska Division of Elections is running a mock election online, asking voters to pick their favorite Alaskan seafood with the goal of educating Alaskans about ranked-choice voting.

State

Fairbanks airport cracking down on illegal parking ahead of record travel season

Updated: Jun. 2, 2021 at 5:50 PM AKDT
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By John Dougherty
The Fairbanks International Airport is cracking down on drivers parking on the concourse, in the arrival and departure areas in front of the airport. With a record number of passengers expected at the airport this year, the police department is stepping up enforcement of its no-parking rule.

Community

Budget plan includes money for 500-mile Alaska hiking trail

Updated: Jun. 2, 2021 at 5:34 PM AKDT
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By Associated Press
A proposed 500-mile (804 kilometer) hiking trail from south-central Alaska to Fairbanks aimed at drawing more adventurers to the state has garnered support from the governor, tourism officials and others, and it could get a funding boost to help begin stitching it together.

Gardening Report

Living Soil Series: Keep your garden soil happy by keeping it covered

Updated: Jun. 2, 2021 at 5:20 PM AKDT
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By Sarah Hollister
In our second episode of our "Living Soil Series," we find out how you can 'discover the cover' and give your garden a boost by keeping it covered.

News

Man killed in collision with semi

Updated: Jun. 2, 2021 at 10:05 AM AKDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
A Batesville man died after a collision with a semi-truck.

News

Sunday’s earthquake largest to hit Southcentral since 2018, not an aftershock

Updated: Jun. 1, 2021 at 10:39 PM AKDT
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By Makayla Clark
The shaker left many people in Anchorage wondering if it was a result of the 2018 quake, but Alaska Earthquake Center Director Michael West said it was too far from the 2018 epicenter and is considered its own earthquake.

Gardening Report

Living Soil Series: Minimize ground disturbance for better garden harvest

Updated: Jun. 1, 2021 at 6:46 PM AKDT
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By Sarah Hollister
We kick off our "Living Soil Series," talking about the benefits of no-till gardening and how you can give your soil a boost by doing less.

Military Report

Alaska Civil Air Patrol trains cadets to fly gliders and airplanes during annual academy

Updated: Jun. 1, 2021 at 6:05 PM AKDT
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By John Dougherty
Civil Air Patrol cadets from around the country are in Alaska to take part in glider and powered flight academies. There are 18 cadets flying in the glider academy and 10 in the powered, plus 15 adults volunteering to help with the training.

Economy

Holland America Princess plans tourism options for Interior Alaska

Updated: Jun. 1, 2021 at 4:40 PM AKDT
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By Alex Bengel
To make up for the loss of a cruise season in the Gulf of Alaska, tourism company Holland America Princess developed a plan to bring visitors to the Fairbanks community.

Health

Anchorage woman with Type 1 diabetes recently celebrated her 88th birthday, impressing her doctors

Updated: May. 31, 2021 at 5:49 PM AKDT
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By Lauren Maxwell
An Anchorage woman with Type 1 diabetes recently celebrated her 88th birthday. Doctors are surprised she's lived that long.

Education

UAF Collaborative Veterinary Program helps Alaskan students by joining forces with Colorado State University

Updated: May. 31, 2021 at 4:59 PM AKDT
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By Ryan Osborne
Becoming a veterinarian is a long and difficult journey, especially for people living in Alaska. However, a collaborative program offered by UAF provides a dedicated avenue for prospective vet students.

Education

Fairbanks Large Animal Research Station begins summer tours, featuring unique arctic animals

Updated: May. 31, 2021 at 4:14 PM AKDT
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By Amanda Becker and KTVF Staff Reporter
Flowers are blooming, baby musk oxen are frolicking, and summer tours have started up once again at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Large Animal Research Station, otherwise known as LARS.