The ABC board July 1 called the city’s protest of the proposed Bethel Spirits license “arbitrary, capricious and unreasonable,” sparking outrage from the council.
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2015 Marks a summer of flexibility for Kuskokwim subsistence fishermen
Subsistence fishing is open indefinitely on the Kuskokwim River, but that hasn’t been the norm this summer.
Sikuliaq docks in Nome, previews upcoming research missions
The Sikuliaq will be working in the Chukchi and Beaufort Seas through November on three different research assignments.
Village of Wales starts polar bear patrol to protect community
There aren’t many polar bears passing through Wales, but the community has had several close encounters. During one session, people shared stories of opening the front door to find a polar bear just outside and even seeing one chase a teacher into the school.
After destructive fire, Bethel alcohol treatment center under construction again
The $12 million, 16,000 square foot facility is under construction for a second time following a fire in October that destroyed it when it was 90 percent framed in.
Nome Reindeer Ranch Cultivates A New Generation of Herders
The owner of the Midnite Sun Reindeer Ranch says it’ll take time for Alaska — having herded for just over 100 years — to catch up to places like Chukotka, Norway, Finland and Sweden, countries that have been refining their techniques for 4,000 years.