Our Mission
Transmitter Replacement Update
KNOM’s AM transmitter is overdue for a replacement. A recent grant from a regional Alaska nonprofit puts the station within striking distance of the funds needed for this crucial overhaul. Can you help?
Read MoreIn Our Prayers
Both in Nome and in Anchorage, your well being and intentions are regularly in our hearts.
Read MoreKNOM’s First Days, 46 Years Ago
46 years ago this month, KNOM signed on for its very first broadcast day. In that summer of 1971, the station beamed the very first hourly newscasts in Alaska west of Anchorage, as well as KNOM’s first live Catholic Mass from Nome.
Read MoreA Year of Being a “Friend” and “Companion”
This month marks the finale for KNOM’s 2016-2017 volunteer class, whose outstanding service your support has made possible.
Read MoreStories of Hope and Recovery
Recently, a series of inspirational messages — based on the incredible biographies of Western Alaskans — have graced KNOM’s airwaves. Thanks to you, our listeners have heard powerful stories of recovery: from addiction, despair, homelessness, isolation, and other problems endemic in the region.
Read MoreWelcome to the World, Amos!
The KNOM family grew by one just a few weeks ago, with the birth of the second son of Program Director Laura Collins and her husband, Jeff.
Read MoreA Parade for Those Who Served
Last month, live coverage of Nome’s Memorial Day parade allowed KNOM to join with its local community in remembering and honoring the sacrifices of those who have served in the US military — especially those who gave their lives in defense of our nation.
Read MoreSun, Sun, Sun
Summertime brings to KNOM country the endless sunlight for which Alaska is famous. On the summer solstice, the sun will shine above Nome’s horizon for nearly 22 hours.
Read MoreWhat KNOM Has Meant
At the end of this month, we bid farewell to Ric Schmidt, KNOM’s longtime general manager. In his incredible career, Ric has left an indelible mark upon the KNOM mission and its region. With gratitude, we wish Ric every future blessing as he begins his retirement.
Read MoreThey Give By Going. You Go Through Giving.
For more than five decades, volunteers have come to Nome to give a year or more of service. In concert with supporters like you, the mission’s commitment — to serve Western Alaska with faith, inspiration, news, and education, through radio — has remained constant.
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