News 2008-07-21 Andanh.com

Anchorage Edition: July 18, 2008 Sat, 19 Jul 2008 04:00:33 +0000
Guest host Nellie Moore and local journalists review and analyze the week’s news in Anchorage and Alaska. Today’s topics include: Opposition from Backbone III to governor’s TransCanada proposal Economic crisis creating dire situation of rural Alaskans Controversy over firing of Walt Monegan Good news for Kenai and Kasilof fisheries Exxon Mobil fights against paying interest to plaintiffs Download Audio HOST: Nellie Moore, [...]

Yukon Flats villages opposed to drilling Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:02:16 ADT
A complex land trade that would hasten oil and gas exploration inside the Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge continues to draw protest from local villages, despite a promise of jobs and revenue from the region's big Native corporation, Doyon Ltd.

Gas prices, influence, Iraq define Democrats' debate Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:02:12 ADT
Alaska Congressman Don Young and the Democrats pursuing his seat sparred over corruption, campaign contributors, the Iraq war and high gas prices Sunday.

Okmok volcanic activity slows; red alert status remains in force Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:21:05 ADT
Okmok Volcano settled down a bit Sunday, one day after triggering a red alert by spewing water, debris and gas 25,000 feet into the air.

In search for souls, Christian radio finds its niche Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:02:10 ADT
KFAC is part of a religious on-air niche that's growing in Alaska and across the United States. Its playlist is a polished, eclectic collection of mainstream-sounding hits -- rock, pop, punk, metal, even rap -- that carry messages of salvation.

Are more oil leases really necessary? Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:20:52 ADT
The national debate over opening more offshore areas to oil and gas exploration has begged the question: Just what are the companies doing with the tens of millions of acres they're already leasing from the federal government?

Be careful what your e-mails say about you Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:11:26 ADT
Please: Don't hit the "send" button -- the consequences might bury you. Before you press your finger, you need to decide: What if your e-mail takes an unintentional cyber-detour? Do you really want what you just wrote going out the way it looks?

Panners outplay the Pilots Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:38:08 ADT
The suddenly stumbling Anchorage Glacier Pilots suffered their third loss in four games on Sunday, dropping a 6-3 decision to the Fairbanks Goldpanners at Mulcahy Stadium.

Fishing guide cited for taking illegal salmon Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:20:56 ADT
A fishing guide has admitted that he lied about where on the Kenai River his client caught a monster king salmon.

Bear brunch features moose hind quarter Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:02:02 ADT
PORTAGE -- Their table manners wouldn't have impressed etiquette experts, but three grizzly bears entertained a crowd at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center by dining on a moose's hind quarter Sunday afternoon.

Ketchikan wants cruise ships to stay longer Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:21:01 ADT
KETCHIKAN -- Ketchikan city officials are hoping to convince the various cruise lines to stay a bit longer in their southeast Alaska community.

Thorne Bay man killed in lumber yard accident Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:20:44 ADT
KLAWOCK -- A Thorne Bay man was run over and killed by a front-loader Saturday at Viking Lumber's sort yard just outside Klawock, according to a report from the Alaska State Troopers.

36-foot boat trapped in glacial icebergs rescued Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:30:42 ADT
VALDEZ -- Three people trapped by glacial icebergs near Columbia Glacier on Sunday morning were towed to safety several hours later.

Bronze cannon recovered from Cook Inlet Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:26:51 ADT
Alaska's State Historic Preservation Office reports that divers have recovered a bronze cannon from a ship that sank in Cook Inlet 140 years ago.

How much more expensive? Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:41:14 ADT
The Council for Community and Economic research compares the cost of living in cities across the country for upper income residents. The table shows how much Anchorage is above the national average in several categories.

Seminars Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:11:25 ADT
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Meetings Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:11:23 ADT
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'Sick' test of stamina Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:38:19 ADT
Shannon Donley can't seem to relax. Or maybe she's just a glutton for punishment.

Bartlett 5, Eagle River 0 Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:38:24 ADT
James May pitched six shutout innings had a key sixth inning double to lead the Golden Bears, who strung together three doubles in the sixth inning to seize control Saturday at Oberg Field.

In the area Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:38:20 ADT
TODAY

Time improvement goal leads to victory in Crow Pass Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:59:14 ADT
Eeva Latosuo's sixth-place finish in last year's Crow Pass Crossing proved promising, but her sole goal in Saturday's 25th edition of the marathon-length backcountry race was simply to improve her time.

Together Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:18:41 ADT
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Begich a good choice for veterans Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:26:00 EST
I am writing my fellow Empire readers to encourage them to vote for Mark Begich for Senate. We need a senator who will work to end the occupation of Iraq while supporting service members and their families. Mark Begich will do both.

Trust in Redcorp tilts after tug accident Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:26:00 EST
Redcorp Ventures' attempts to downplay an accident during conventional barging operations on the Taku River in early July demonstrates that this company cannot be trusted to operate safely on Southeast Alaska's most important salmon river.

Ballot initiative needed for Juneau power purchase Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:26:00 EST
"Shall the City and Borough of Juneau investigate the feasibility and desirability of transferring control (over) all or part of Juneau's infrastructure to a public utility and include financial impacts, electrical reliability, and report the findings to the people of Juneau?" Yes or no?

Despite tax increase, oil profits rise Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:00 EST
Alaska oil companies have seen their profits rise since Alaska imposed a big, and controversial, tax increase last year.

Photo: Wet 'n' wild Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:00 EST
Rocky Holmes, left, grimaces as he pulls closer to Ron Flint on Sunday during the 1,300-meter Gastineau Challenge, sponsored by the Juneau Rowing Club. Holmes won the event in a time of 14:09:11. Flint took second, and Wayne Carnes was third.

Photo: Buffet line Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:00 EST
Two immature bald eagles watch the approach of an adult eagle Saturday on a tree along Channel Drive. Many bald eagles are feeding in the area as chum salmon return to the Douglas Island Pink and Chum hatchery.

Photo: Walking to fight cancer Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:26:00 EST
Zack, left, and Mary Ziegenfuss, right, walk with their children, Ezra, 11, second from right, and Ezekiel, 4, and their puppy, Gunner, during the final laps of the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life fundraiser Sunday at Dimond Park. Organizers said 225 people competing on 22 teams brought in $40,395 during the event.

Around Town Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:00 EST
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Police & Fire Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:28:00 EST
Juneau police and fire officials and state police reported:

Anchorage beats Juneau 8-3 Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:28:00 EST
The Gastineau Channel Little League All-Stars lost 8-3 to Anchorage in game one of the Girls Little League State Softball Championship (for girls ages 11-12). The winner of this week's best-of-three series in Juneau will travel to Vancouver, Wash., on July 25 to represent Alaska in the western regional championships. The Juneau girls face a huge challenge from a powerful Anchorage all-star squad that went undefeated in the District 1 championship tournament in Anchorage.

Mini basketball camp to take place Wednesday, Thursday Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:28:00 EST
JUNEAU - There will be a mini basketball camp from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Juneau-Douglas High School.

Prince of Wales prevails 8-7 over Petersburg Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:28:00 EST
Prince of Wales' Lincoln Isaacs went 3-for-3 and Paul Fredrickson went 4-for-5 in their 8-7 victory over Petersburg on Sunday in the Major Baseball tournament in Juneau.

McDowell Group Governor's Cup Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:28:00 EST
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Officials in Ketchikan want longer cruise visits Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:00 EST
KETCHIKAN - City officials are hoping to convince the various cruise lines to stay a bit longer in their Southeast Alaska community.

Native villagers can't kick soda habit Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:00 EST
ANCHORAGE - Years ago Alaska Native health officials declared war on sugary soda pop in rural towns and villages.

Palin unveils new public safety plan Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:26:00 EST
ANCHORAGE - Gov. Sarah Palin on Saturday identified her "new direction" for the Department of Public Safety.

Getting a lease for oil drilling just the start Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:00 EST
HOUSTON - The national debate over opening more offshore areas to oil and gas exploration has begged the question: Just what are the companies doing with the tens of millions of acres they're already leasing from the federal government?

Guide has court date over monster king Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:26:00 EST
KENAI - A fishing guide has admitted he lied about where his client caught a monster king.

This Day in History Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:28:00 EST
In Alaska, in the Nation and the World

Alaska editorial: No sense in cutting fed weatherization program right now Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:25:00 EST
How silly is this? Fuel prices are rising stratospherically and have been doing so for a long time now. Yet Congress is considering an Energy Department spending bill that would cut back - that's right, reduce - a federal program that helps low-income families make their homes energy efficient.

Alaska editorial: Exxon should pay now what it owes Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:25:00 EST
"Unfortunate" is the kindest description we can muster for the U.S. Supreme Court's June ruling slashing the damages Exxon must pay for the nation's largest oil spill. A $5 billion punitive-damages judgment to plaintiffs - a number arrived at nearly 20 years ago - was worth a lot more money when it was first calculated than it would be now.

We know what works, so let's do it Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:25:00 EST
This will be the last What Works column. I reserve the right to report occasionally on any program I run across that shows results in saving the lives and futures of African-American kids. But this is the last in the series I started 19 months ago to spotlight such programs.

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