Associated Press, August 29th, 2018 KODIAK, Alaska — The U.S. military has scheduled its exercises in the Gulf of Alaska for the spring, despite calls to move the maneuvers to the fall. The U.S. Pacific Command’s 2019 Northern Edge exercises, which involve participation from all military services and other agency […]
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Northern Edge Timing Controversial
Military officials are scheduled to present plans for the upcoming Northern Edge 2019 training at this week’s Alaska Forum on the Environment. The controversial exercise will bring 6000 service members to the state for a war simulation. The two-week training is slated to take place in mid-May. But opponents to […]
Building Mount KCHU (kachoo!)
You’ve heard us talk about it almost as much as we talk about the weather window and the big yellow building. So here’s how it’s done. Hat’s off to the City of Valdez crews!
AMSEA Marine Safety Instructor Training in Seattle
The Alaska Marine Safety Education Association (AMSEA) is conducting a forty-two-hour Marine Safety Instructor Training (MSIT) at the North Pacific Fishing Vessel Owner’s Association (NPFVOA) in Seattle, Washington, from February 11, 2019 to February 16, 2019. This is an intensive train-the-trainer course that prepares individuals to effectively teach cold-water survival […]
UAA Chancellor Visits Valdez
Officials from Prince William Sound College hosted University of Alaska Anchorage Chancellor Cathy Sandeen on Tuesday. Sandeen, who describes her position as “principal” of UAA, toured Valdez’s education and healthcare facilities. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat, who is a UAA student as well as a KCHU employee, has this report about how […]
Ferries; Out with the Old, In with the New
Advertisement The Alaska Marine Highway System plans to replace the aging ferry currently serving Prince William Sound. The Aurora, built in 1977, will be replaced in May 2020 when the new Alaska Class ferry Hubbard begins serving the region. KCHU’s Shahmeer Azmat reports on what led to the change and […]
Valdez has Plans for the Waterfront-KCHU Audio
There are extensive changes coming to the Ports and Harbors in Valdez, and many of them may change the face of the town forever. KCHU’s James Devens has this report. Click his picture below to listen. Advertisement
What’s the Best Cure for the Winter Blues? – KCHU Audio
According to their web site, it’s Iceworm and has been since 1961. The City of Cordova is gearing up for one of its biggest festivals celebrating one of its tiniest residents. The 59th annual Iceworm Festival is a week-long community event, from January 26 through February 2, aiming to […]
See What the Francis Kibble Kenny Lake Library Has to Offer
Kenny Lake Public Library can help you enjoy winter, not just survive it, with books, movies, audiobooks, classes, eBooks, free technology, PFD forms, and more. Open Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 1-4:00 and Tuesday 4-7:00. Check by calling 822-3015 to make sure we’re open when it’s near -30º (our closing […]
