Posts by Davis Hovey
Bering Sea ice reaches St. Paul for a week, now recedes north
The main Bering Sea ice pack has begun its retreat to the north after extending to the Pribilofs earlier this month. This winter’s freeze-up has been reminiscent of more historical sea ice conditions.
Read MoreJackrabbits being surveyed in Western Alaska for first time
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game is studying the dwindling population of Alaska hares or more commonly, jackrabbits in Western Alaska. Researchers don’t yet know why the population has been decreasing.
Read MoreAklestad and Olstad first to Nome in fast-paced Iron Dog race
Tyler Aklestad and Nick Olstad of team 7 were first into Nome at 2:18 p.m. Monday afternoon, a day ahead of what was originally anticipated. The Iron Dog organization has labeled this year’s trail “record-breaking fast.”
Read MoreScientists study Chukchi Sea walruses with drones and satellite imagery
Scientists from both the U.S. and Russia are using less invasive technology to get a more complete survey of walruses in the Bering Strait region. Their updated methods of surveying could lead to better management and protection of the subsistence marine mammal.
Read MoreUncommonly consistent, strong winds rip through Western Alaska
“What is uncommon, is we had that pattern hardly change at all in the past few days. And that led to screaming, screaming winds…across the Seward Peninsula,” Rick Thoman said on February 3rd.
Read MoreNome trailer burns down, taking one life
A fire burned down a residence on the Dexter Bypass Road in Nome Tuesday evening. First responders reported finding an unidentified body in the building.
A Deputy Fire Marshal is investigating the origin and cause of the fire.
ACLU claims City of Nome is withholding information, Nome wants Hardy’s lawsuit dismissed
The Alaska Civil Liberties Union has requested the U.S. District Court of Alaska hold the City of Nome in contempt of court and pay attorney fees on behalf of Clarice “Bun” Hardy. Meanwhile, on January 21st the City of Nome asked the court to dismiss Hardy’s case altogether.
Read MoreNome Port Commission asks for increased gravel rate, more city funds for deep draft port design
Nome’s Port Commission is requesting slightly increased gravel rates and over $1.5-million to advance the design of the Deep Draft Port. The City Council will make the final decision on these matters during its upcoming meetings.
Read MoreArctic Eagle military exercise to visit Nome
In about one month’s time, Nome is slated to host a multitude of military personnel from the Alaska National Guard and various agencies as part of a joint-military exercise called Arctic Eagle.
Read MoreNome’s Deep Draft Port among several Alaska projects to receive millions in federal funding
Alaska’s Congressional Delegation announced yesterday that the Port of Nome will receive a quarter of a billion dollars for construction.
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