470 Health Care Contractors Coming to Help Alaska
The State of Alaska announced a plan that will be importing hundreds of medical personnel from the lower-48 states, as our own state experiences its highest levels of COVID-19 and is grappling with the worst infection rates in the nation. During a press conference in Anchorage yesterday Heidi Hedberg of the Alaska Department of Health […]
September 23 Hometown Hero
The Hometown Hero for September 23 was chosen after being highlighted by the anchorage police department for National Forensic Science Week. National Forensic Science Week recognizes the important role that proper forensic science plays in the investigation of crimes. Thank you to the hardworking team at the State of Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory for […]
Routine Traffic Stop in Nikiski results in Arrest under Multiple Charges
On September 22 at 1:25 PM, Soldotna Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a gold Toyota Sienna van on Holt Lamplight near Canova Court in Nikiski after it was observed on Baun Drive going 60mph in a 25mph residential area. The driver was identified as 25 year old Christian T. Athey of Nikiski. […]
AWT Helo 2 & 5 Help Arrest Two Men in Beaver; Both With Outstanding Warrants
On September 22 around 8:00 a.m. the Alaska State Troopers Northern Special Emergency Reaction Team responded to the community of Beaver to serve a high-risk arrest warrant for 31-year-old Beaver resident Michael Evans. Evans had a $20,000 felony warrant for 2nd degree Assault and Violating Conditions of Release. With the assistance of the Alaska Wildlife […]
Montessori Charter School in Kenai Recognized As National Blue Ribbon School
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, including Soldotna Montessori Charter School, of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. “This year’s cohort of honorees demonstrates what is […]
APD Warns How to Avoid Car Theft
We have some chilly news from the Anchorage Police Department. Next month, it will be trick-or-treat season, however, it appears the trick came early when Alaska residents woke up and saw snow, and it is not going anytime soon. Not everyone is lucky enough to be able to park their ride in a garage. If […]
Helpful Reminders for Upcoming Snow Season
Due to Tuesday morning’s snowfall and the forecast for additional snow this upcoming weekend, studded tires are being allowed early on roadways this year. Defensive Driving techniques can keep us safer as the road conditions shift dramatically over the winter months. The Traffic Engineering Department has issued an order to allow studded tires to be […]
