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[ad_1] The Kenai Art Center is preparing to open its next show, “Feels Like Home,” on Jan. 5, with proceeds benefiting the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District’s Students in Transition program. The center is still accepting art submissions for the show, with the theme focusing on anything that creates a feeling of safety, stability, and a sense of home. Submissions will be accepted on Saturday, Dec. 30, from noon to 5 p.m., and any piece sold during the show will have a portion of the sale donated to Students in Transition. Additionally, a donation box will be available throughout the exhibition, with all proceeds going to the program. For more information about the Kenai Art Center and upcoming exhibitions, interested individuals can visit kenaiartcenter.org or find “Kenai Art Cent...

[ad_1] Utqiagvik is gearing up for their Blue Christmas celebration, with an 8-foot-tall snow sculpture, titled "Strength in Our Light," set to take center stage. This event is part of the Christian tradition that honors the longest night of the year and supports those who are struggling with grief and loss during the holiday season. The sculpture, created by artist Paul Hanis, depicts a semicircle of eight people with ice lanterns inset into their chests. An ice lantern with a light inside each of the snow figures symbolizes the light within each person, offering support and unity in the community. Additionally, a seal oil lamp will be placed in front of the figures during the candlelight vigil. The Blue Christmas celebration will include hymns, songs, traditional dancing, and activit...

[ad_1] Rasmuson Foundation pauses grantmaking to recalibrate under new leadership The Rasmuson Foundation, a major force in Alaska's philanthropic community, has announced that it will be taking a temporary break from grantmaking to focus on recalibrating its operations under new leadership. Gretchen Guess, who was named president and CEO earlier this year, explained that the pause is a necessary step to ensure that the foundation's internal systems keep up with its rapid growth. This decision comes at a time when charitable giving is facing challenges across the nation, with charitable giving falling in 2022 and high inflation affecting budgets. Despite these challenges, the Rasmuson Foundation has already given out more than $35 million in grants this year to fund a wide range of cau...

[ad_1] Volunteers at the Lutheran Church of Hope in West Anchorage are working to help those affected by a statewide food security crisis. The Food Bank of Alaska is reporting unprecedented levels of food insecurity, with more than 10,000 residents waiting months for the state to approve and administer their food stamp benefits. The state is facing backlogs at the Division of Public Assistance, leading to increased reliance on food banks and pantries. The rising cost of food, backlogs in processing food stamp benefits, and a decline in food donations have created a significant need for assistance across the state. Song agencies are reporting a major increase in demand, leading to concern about dwindling resources. Agencies such as the Food Bank of Alaska have seen a drop in food supply...

[ad_1] Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants Stage Picket at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Flight attendants with Alaska Airlines (NYSE: ALK) are holding an informational picket at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to protest the airline's contract negotiations. The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA union has stated that the initial proposals from parent company Alaska Air Group were not economically viable. Additionally, the union is gathering information on the proposed merger between Alaska Air and Hawaiian Holdings, and reviewing details around the potential merger. AFA leaders from both airlines are expected to meet with the union's international officers and experts to conduct a review. It has been reported that the potential merger has angered ALK's flight attendants, wh...

[ad_1] Alaska News Nightly: Monday, December 18, 2023 A man in a parka stands on an ice field looking toward the sun low in the sky. (Photo by Caroline Nashookpuk) Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to [email protected]. Follow Alaska Public Media on Facebook and on Twitter @AKPublicNews. And subscribe to the Alaska News Nightly podcast. Monday on Alaska News Nightly: Breaking down what’s included — and what’s not — in Governor Dunleavy’s budget. Plus, amid a looming natural gas shortfall, there was lackluster interest in the first royalty-free Cook Inlet lease sale. And, Wrangell swimmers grieve the loss of their teammates in last month’s fatal landslide. Reports tonight from: Wesley Early, Kavitha George, Chris Klint and Rho...

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[ad_1] The following article was written by Linda Behnken and Kate Troll. It was published and updated 3 hours ago. The authors discuss the effects of climate change on Alaska's fisheries, particularly regarding the decline of chum salmon in the Yukon and Kuskokwim watersheds, blaming it on warming seas. They highlight the importance of addressing climate impacts and emphasize the need for action to reduce emissions, particularly methane leaks. The authors also criticize the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission for its unwillingness to act against methane leaks from oil and gas operations. They stress the significance of reducing methane emissions and call for Alaska to join the international action to address this issue. They conclude by urging the AOGCC to take its statutory obli...