News of the North
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Judge sentences inmate three more years for failing to submit DNA sample
Kenai, Alaska (KINY) - Superior Court Judge Eric B. Smith found David Simmons guilty of five counts of violating an order to submit to DNA testing after hearing evidence at a court trial conducted on Mar. 22.
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Official: Willow oil project holds promise, faces obstacles
Juneau, Alaska (AP) - The Willow oil project on Alaska's petroleum-rich North Slope is part of a “new era” of large-scale development in the region but it isn't a sure thing, with litigation and costs among the factors that stand as potential impediments, a state official told lawmakers Thursday.
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National Alliance for Mental Illness Juneau to start a Family to Family educational group
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - NAMI Juneau came onto Capital Chat to talk about a variety of their mental health resources.
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Alaska looks to lead the way in youth employment outcomes
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - On Mar. 13 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced they have selected a team from the State of Alaska to be one of nine teams from "communities" across the nation to participate in a five-month Youth Systems Building Academy.
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AK Law’s Consumer Protection Section obtains restitution for Alaska consumers who were denied their rights to return products by Bellissima Cosmetics
Anchorage, Alaska (KINY) - Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor announced on Thursday a settlement with Bellissima Cosmetics.
Events
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Summer Semester Registration Open at UAS
Register for summer classes now at the University of Alaska Southeast!
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The Mama Circle via Zoom Hosted by Jasmine @ Tongass Lactation Consulting, LLC
The Mama Circle via Zoom. First Saturday of every month. Next on 3/5 10am-11am. Facilitated by Jasmine Esmay, Registered Nurse and Board Certified Lactation...
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Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association (ALFA) Spring Fishermen's Expo
Please join the Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association (ALFA) Spring Fishermen's Expo on April 4th and 5th for an informative, virtual event.