A favorite Alaskan tradition brought huge smiles to active-duty service members earlier this season! π£π The Armed Services YMCA held its 20th annual Combat Fishing Tournament in Seward, giving thousands of junior-enlisted military members a chance to experience deep-sea fishing in Alaska over the past two decades! π€π Service members from across the state, including Air Force personnel from Eielson Air Force Base, made the trip to Seward to connect with fellow comrades and reel in some great memories! πβοΈ This incredible day is completely donated and made possible by generous volunteers, local boat captains, and charter fleets who give back to those serving our country! π€π Read the full story about this milestone event and hear from the service members and charter captains who made it happen: #sewardalaska#combatfishingtournament#ArmedServicesYMCA#supportourtroops#militarylife#deepseafishing#alaskalife#charterfishing#giveback... See MoreSee Less
Alaska has entered what the National Road Safety Foundation calls the 100 deadliest days of summer, and the Blood Bank of Alaska says it is feeling the strain.
The 65th World Eskimo-Indian Olympics brought incredible athleticism, rich culture, and community together at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks! ποΈβ¨ Athletes from across the Arctic β including Alaska, Northern Quebec, Nunavut, and Greenland β gathered to compete in traditional games like the toe kick, one-hand reach, and four-man carry! π§ππͺ Along with the thrilling athletic competitions, visitors enjoyed local craft vendors and celebrated the traditions and heritage that make this milestone 65th year so special! π¨πͺΆ The event also featured the Miss WEIO cultural pageant, highlighting the deep history, family traditions, and cultural knowledge passed down through generations! ππͺΆβ€οΈ Read the full story and see highlights from this amazing celebration of Arctic culture in the article linked below! #weio2026#worldeskimoindianolympics#fairbanksalaska#ArcticCulture#nativegames#alaskatraditions#FairbanksEvents#CultureAndHeritage... See MoreSee Less
The 65th World Eskimo-Indian Olympics got underway Tuesday at the Carlson Center, with athletes competing and vendors setting up ahead of the eveningβs opening ceremony.
A court hearing regarding a high-profile Anchorage animal neglect case involving over 70 rescued dogs was delayed following requests from the defense. πΎβοΈ Monika Katarzyna Marshall faces 73 misdemeanor counts of animal neglect after authorities seized 71 dogs and two birds from her home in May. π π During the hearing, the defense requested that media be excluded from the courtroom, but the judge ruled in favor of public and media access under Alaska court rules. πΊπ The judge ultimate granted a three-week continuance, moving the trial call to August 5, while noting the case may be approaching a resolution. ποΈπ€ Anchorage Animal Care and Control previously shared that the massive rescue placed a significant strain on their facility, which was already operating over capacity. πΎπ Read the full update on the court proceedings and the ongoing efforts for the rescued animals below: #anchoragealaska#animalwelfare#AnchorageNews#CourtUpdate#animalcontrol#alaskanews#rescuedogs#JusticeForAnimals... See MoreSee Less
A court hearing in an Anchorage animal neglect case was delayed for hours Wednesday when the defendantβs attorney did not immediately appear, and the matter was later continued three weeks after the...
A tragic Glenn Highway crash has prompted a vital, lifesaving message from local community members: learn CPR today. ππ Following a horrific wreck last week that took two lives and injured a juvenile, brave bystanders stepped in on scene to perform CPR on an infant involved in the crash. ππ One of those bystanders shared a powerful plea on social media, urging everyone to take a CPR course and never assume someone else around will know what to do when every second counts. β³β€οΈ Local safety experts stress that performing CPR along with using an automated external defibrillator (AED) can double or triple survival rates during an emergency. πβ‘οΈ With 70% of cardiac arrests happening right at home, having these skills can truly mean the difference between life and death for someone you love. π π Read the full story on this heartbreaking event and learn more about local resources for CPR and AED training in the article below: #GlennHighway#anchoragealaska#CPR#LifeSavingSkills#aedtraining#CommunitySafety#LearnCPR#alaskanews#firstaid Knowledge #alaskacprtraining... See MoreSee Less
Happy 70th Anniversary to South Peninsula Hospital! ππ₯ Earlier this month, SPH celebrated seven decades of providing exceptional local healthcare to the southern Kenai Peninsula! πβ¨ The festivities kicked off with an employee parfait party and a fantastic community picnic featuring live music, a tour of the hospital's Hall of History, and an up-close look at emergency vehicles from local fire departments and Guardian Flight! π¦πΆπ SPH even rolled out a special float for the Homer Fourth of July parade to continue the celebrations with the community! ππΊπΈ Since opening its doors in 1955, SPH has grown alongside the community to become the region's largest employer, supporting over 700 local residents and pouring millions back into the local economy! πΌπ Read all about this incredible milestone and the community partnerships that continue to strengthen local healthcare below! #SouthPeninsulaHospital#HomerAlaska#KenaiPeninsula#HealthcareHeroes#CommunityCare#70thAnniversary#LocalHealthcare#AlaskaHealth... See MoreSee Less
What a historic milestone for our local running community! πβ¨
The 50th annual Homer Spit Run hit the coast, and nearly 200 runners were treated to absolute perfection on the course! βοΈπ Cool temperatures, clear skies, and a helpful crosswind made for incredible racing in both the 10K Run to the Bay and the Cosmic Hamlet Half Marathon! πββοΈπββοΈπ¨
Local favorite Amanda Cherok crushed her own record, shaving nearly two minutes off her time from last year to secure another victory in the women's 10K division! ππ₯ Meanwhile, 18-year-old Rhett Moss flew across the finish line to take top overall honors for the men! π₯
In the Cosmic Hamlet Half Marathon, Homer's own Benjamin Miller took a commanding lead to capture first place, while first-time visitor Valeria Espinoza won the women's division in her very first half marathon! π Half marathon runners traded hot summer temperatures for cool coastal breezes and absolute race-day glory! βοΈπ
By Delcenia Cosman Reporter, Homer Independent Press Runners in the 50th annual Homer Spit Run were graced with perfect conditions on Saturday β clear skies, cool temperatures and a cross breeze thβ...
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A favorite Alaskan tradition brought huge smiles to active-duty service members earlier this season! π£π
The Armed Services YMCA held its 20th annual Combat Fishing Tournament in Seward, giving thousands of junior-enlisted military members a chance to experience deep-sea fishing in Alaska over the past two decades! π€π
Service members from across the state, including Air Force personnel from Eielson Air Force Base, made the trip to Seward to connect with fellow comrades and reel in some great memories! πβοΈ
This incredible day is completely donated and made possible by generous volunteers, local boat captains, and charter fleets who give back to those serving our country! π€π
Read the full story about this milestone event and hear from the service members and charter captains who made it happen:
#sewardalaska #combatfishingtournament #ArmedServicesYMCA #supportourtroops #militarylife #deepseafishing #alaskalife #charterfishing #giveback ... See MoreSee Less
Armed Services YMCA reels in a good cause during annual fishing tournament
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Summer in Alaska is in full swing, but it also marks what experts call the 100 deadliest days of the season! π¨
Local hospitals are seeing a major surge in traumas and emergency room visits across the state, and the Blood Bank of Alaska is feeling the heavy strain! π₯π©Έ
As the only blood collection center in the entire state, every single unit of blood transfused in Alaskan hospitals comes directly from local donors! ποΈπ Supply levels for O negative and O positive blood types have reached a critical level and need immediate restocking!
There is zero substitute for human blood, and taking just one hour out of your day can literally save a neighbor's life during this busy summer! β°πͺ
Officials emphasize that donating is extremely safe, simple, and makes a powerful impact for local families in their time of need! π©Ίπ
Read the full story to learn more about the critical shortage and find out how you can make an appointment today: www.bloodbankofalaska.org/donate
#BloodBankOfAlaska #DonateBlood #SaveLivesAK #AlaskaHealth #CommunitySupport #GiveBlood #AlaskaLife #DeadliestDaysOfSummer #SupportLocal ... See MoreSee Less
‘There is no substitution’: Blood Bank of Alaska urges donors during summer surge
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Alaska has entered what the National Road Safety Foundation calls the 100 deadliest days of summer, and the Blood Bank of Alaska says it is feeling the strain.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
New Miss Alaska USA Holly Huber is turning personal tragedy into a powerful mission for hope and change across our state. ποΈβ¨
After surviving traumatic losses in her family, Holly dedicated her life to suicide prevention awareness and advocacy. β€οΈβπ©Ή Her platform led her to become the first woman from Juneau to win the Miss Alaska USA title, and she will now represent Alaska at the national Miss USA competition! πποΈ
As a board member with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention who has lobbied in Washington D.C., Holly is using her voice to fight for increased mental health resources, especially in Alaskaβs rural and remote communities. ππ²
Her message is clear: no one should have to walk through the dark alone, and access to care can save lives. π
Read her inspiring story and learn more about her mission in the article.
If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that help is available. You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or reach the Alaska Careline at 1-877-266-4357. πβ€οΈ
#MissAlaskaUSA #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #JuneauAlaska #988Lifeline #AlaskaStrong #BreakTheSilence #HopeAndHealing ... See MoreSee Less
Juneau’s first Miss Alaska USA winner helps raise awareness for suicide prevention
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Holly Huberβs quest to spread awareness for suicide prevention recently helped to propel her to a title she had dreamed about for years.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The 65th World Eskimo-Indian Olympics brought incredible athleticism, rich culture, and community together at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks! ποΈβ¨
Athletes from across the Arctic β including Alaska, Northern Quebec, Nunavut, and Greenland β gathered to compete in traditional games like the toe kick, one-hand reach, and four-man carry! π§ππͺ
Along with the thrilling athletic competitions, visitors enjoyed local craft vendors and celebrated the traditions and heritage that make this milestone 65th year so special! π¨πͺΆ
The event also featured the Miss WEIO cultural pageant, highlighting the deep history, family traditions, and cultural knowledge passed down through generations! ππͺΆβ€οΈ
Read the full story and see highlights from this amazing celebration of Arctic culture in the article linked below!
#weio2026 #worldeskimoindianolympics #fairbanksalaska #ArcticCulture #nativegames #alaskatraditions #FairbanksEvents #CultureAndHeritage ... See MoreSee Less
65th World Eskimo and Indian Olympics begin
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The 65th World Eskimo-Indian Olympics got underway Tuesday at the Carlson Center, with athletes competing and vendors setting up ahead of the eveningβs opening ceremony.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
A court hearing regarding a high-profile Anchorage animal neglect case involving over 70 rescued dogs was delayed following requests from the defense. πΎβοΈ
Monika Katarzyna Marshall faces 73 misdemeanor counts of animal neglect after authorities seized 71 dogs and two birds from her home in May. π π
During the hearing, the defense requested that media be excluded from the courtroom, but the judge ruled in favor of public and media access under Alaska court rules. πΊπ
The judge ultimate granted a three-week continuance, moving the trial call to August 5, while noting the case may be approaching a resolution. ποΈπ€
Anchorage Animal Care and Control previously shared that the massive rescue placed a significant strain on their facility, which was already operating over capacity. πΎπ
Read the full update on the court proceedings and the ongoing efforts for the rescued animals below:
#anchoragealaska #animalwelfare #AnchorageNews #CourtUpdate #animalcontrol #alaskanews #rescuedogs #JusticeForAnimals ... See MoreSee Less
Judge rejects defense objection to media at Anchorage animal neglect hearing; trial call delayed
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A court hearing in an Anchorage animal neglect case was delayed for hours Wednesday when the defendantβs attorney did not immediately appear, and the matter was later continued three weeks after the...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
A tragic Glenn Highway crash has prompted a vital, lifesaving message from local community members: learn CPR today. ππ
Following a horrific wreck last week that took two lives and injured a juvenile, brave bystanders stepped in on scene to perform CPR on an infant involved in the crash. ππ
One of those bystanders shared a powerful plea on social media, urging everyone to take a CPR course and never assume someone else around will know what to do when every second counts. β³β€οΈ
Local safety experts stress that performing CPR along with using an automated external defibrillator (AED) can double or triple survival rates during an emergency. πβ‘οΈ
With 70% of cardiac arrests happening right at home, having these skills can truly mean the difference between life and death for someone you love. π π
Read the full story on this heartbreaking event and learn more about local resources for CPR and AED training in the article below:
#GlennHighway #anchoragealaska #CPR #LifeSavingSkills #aedtraining #CommunitySafety #LearnCPR #alaskanews #firstaid Knowledge #alaskacprtraining ... See MoreSee Less
Witnesses urge CPR training after ‘horrific’ Glenn Highway crash
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Since the crash, witnesses have taken to social media with one message: learn CPR.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Happy 70th Anniversary to South Peninsula Hospital! ππ₯
Earlier this month, SPH celebrated seven decades of providing exceptional local healthcare to the southern Kenai Peninsula! πβ¨
The festivities kicked off with an employee parfait party and a fantastic community picnic featuring live music, a tour of the hospital's Hall of History, and an up-close look at emergency vehicles from local fire departments and Guardian Flight! π¦πΆπ
SPH even rolled out a special float for the Homer Fourth of July parade to continue the celebrations with the community! ππΊπΈ
Since opening its doors in 1955, SPH has grown alongside the community to become the region's largest employer, supporting over 700 local residents and pouring millions back into the local economy! πΌπ
Read all about this incredible milestone and the community partnerships that continue to strengthen local healthcare below!
#SouthPeninsulaHospital #HomerAlaska #KenaiPeninsula #HealthcareHeroes #CommunityCare #70thAnniversary #LocalHealthcare #AlaskaHealth ... See MoreSee Less
South Peninsula Hospital in Homer celebrates 70 years - Peninsula Clarion
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The hospital held a community celebration to mark the milestone0 CommentsComment on Facebook
What a historic milestone for our local running community! πβ¨
The 50th annual Homer Spit Run hit the coast, and nearly 200 runners were treated to absolute perfection on the course! βοΈπ Cool temperatures, clear skies, and a helpful crosswind made for incredible racing in both the 10K Run to the Bay and the Cosmic Hamlet Half Marathon! πββοΈπββοΈπ¨
Local favorite Amanda Cherok crushed her own record, shaving nearly two minutes off her time from last year to secure another victory in the women's 10K division! ππ₯ Meanwhile, 18-year-old Rhett Moss flew across the finish line to take top overall honors for the men! π₯
In the Cosmic Hamlet Half Marathon, Homer's own Benjamin Miller took a commanding lead to capture first place, while first-time visitor Valeria Espinoza won the women's division in her very first half marathon! π Half marathon runners traded hot summer temperatures for cool coastal breezes and absolute race-day glory! βοΈπ
A massive shoutout to the Kachemak Bay Running Club for organizing such a memorable milestone event! π
#HomerSpitRun #KachemakBayRunningClub #HomerAlaska #AlaskaRunning #RunAlaska #10KRun #HalfMarathon #CommunityRace #RunningCommunity #CosmicHamlet ... See MoreSee Less
50th Spit Run sees ‘perfect’ conditions
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By Delcenia Cosman Reporter, Homer Independent Press Runners in the 50th annual Homer Spit Run were graced with perfect conditions on Saturday β clear skies, cool temperatures and a cross breeze thβ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook