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    • Fairbanks, AK (99701)

      Today

      Cloudy early with peeks of sunshine expected late. High 18F. Winds light and variable..

      Tonight

      Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. Low around 5F. Winds light and variable.

      Updated: November 30, 2023 @ 7:44 am

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    +3
    Voters approve dissolution of Two Rivers fire service area

    Voters approve dissolution of Two Rivers fire service area

    • Jack Barnwell
    • 1 hr ago
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    The Pleasant Valley Two Rivers Fire Service Area will be dissolved, based on unofficial voter results from the Nov. 21 by-absentee service area election.

    Fairbanks City Council adopts appeal powers, hiring bonus ordinances

    Fairbanks City Council adopts appeal powers, hiring bonus ordinances

    • Jack Barnwell
    • 1 hr ago
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    The Fairbanks City Council unanimously adopted a set of ordinances Monday that push forward two long-standing agendas for the city.

    State provides update on next steps for Fairbanks air quality

    State provides update on next steps for Fairbanks air quality

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 29, 2023
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    The state plans to move as quickly as possible to revise and submit an amended air quality plan to avoid serious sanctions by the EPA.

    Andrew Coccaro selected as new Fairbanks fire chief

    Andrew Coccaro selected as new Fairbanks fire chief

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 29, 2023
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    Going into 2024, the new chief proposed a community paramedic program, a city-funded position that would include behavioral health training.

    +6
    DOC commissioner tours Fairbanks Correctional Center

    DOC commissioner tours Fairbanks Correctional Center

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 29, 2023
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    Commissioner Jen Winkelman gave an inside look into the Department of Corrections and the Fairbanks Correctional Center during a visit of the facility this month.

    +2
    Nenana receives money for waste infrastructure

    Nenana receives money for waste infrastructure

    • Staff report
    • Nov 29, 2023
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    The Nenana Native Association will receive funding for waste and recycling infrastructure.

    Fairbanks man pleads guilty to distributing fentanyl, sentenced to three years

    Fairbanks man pleads guilty to distributing fentanyl, sentenced to three years

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 29, 2023
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    A Fairbanks man was sentenced to three years Tuesday for distributing fentanyl pills.

    Experts compare 2023 fire seasons of Canada, Alaska

    Experts compare 2023 fire seasons of Canada, Alaska

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 28, 2023
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    It was a tale of two extremes, according to weather and climate experts.

    +3
    Three UAF trees named in honor of helicopter crash victims

    Three UAF trees named in honor of helicopter crash victims

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 28, 2023
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    Ronnie” Daanen, Justin Garmann and Tori Moore were killed in the July crash along with pilot Bernard Higdon.

    Plea agreements made in two separate cases

    Plea agreements made in two separate cases

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 28, 2023
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    Plea agreements were made in two separate cases Monday.

    Healy man cited with negligent driving in connection with snowmachine sled dog incident

    Healy man cited with negligent driving in connection with snowmachine sled dog incident

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 27, 2023
    +2
    Randy LaSalle calls it a career after 43 years at NAPA Auto

    Randy LaSalle calls it a career after 43 years at NAPA Auto

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 27, 2023
    December museum programs explore celebrations

    December museum programs explore celebrations

    • Staff report
    • Nov 27, 2023
    Fairbanks updates city snow removal operations

    Fairbanks updates city snow removal operations

    • Staff report
    • Nov 26, 2023
    Childcare task force seeks comments on recommendations

    Childcare task force seeks comments on recommendations

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 26, 2023
    +3
    Alaska does not have enough housing to keep survivors of domestic violence safe

    Alaska does not have enough housing to keep survivors of domestic violence safe

    • Claire Stremple Alaska Beacon
    • Nov 24, 2023
    +2
    Librarians react to Alaska AG letters on distribution of indecent content to minors

    Librarians react to Alaska AG letters on distribution of indecent content to minors

    • Carter DeJong and Kris Capps
    • Nov 23, 2023
    EPA announces final ruling on Fairbanks air quality plan

    EPA announces final ruling on Fairbanks air quality plan

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 23, 2023
    +15
    Denali Elementary School celebrates Thanksgiving

    Denali Elementary School celebrates Thanksgiving

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 23, 2023
    Fairbanks man charged with arson after setting fire with blow torch

    Fairbanks man charged with arson after setting fire with blow torch

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 23, 2023
    Fairbanks City Council ponders Portland Loos

    Fairbanks City Council ponders Portland Loos

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 22, 2023
    +2
    North Pole City Council postpones vehicle fine ordinance

    North Pole City Council postpones vehicle fine ordinance

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 22, 2023
    +2
    Explore Fairbanks CEO touts third-quarter report: 'Tourism works for Fairbanks'

    Explore Fairbanks CEO touts third-quarter report: 'Tourism works for Fairbanks'

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 21, 2023
    +2
    DOT commissioner provides insight to ore haul

    DOT commissioner provides insight to ore haul

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 21, 2023
    Doyon announces settlement trust distribution

    Doyon announces settlement trust distribution

    • Staff report
    • Nov 21, 2023
    +6
    Retired teacher gives lesson on Inupiaq culture

    Retired teacher gives lesson on Inupiaq culture

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 21, 2023
    Scott Raygor retiring after 28 years with Fairbanks Fire Department

    Scott Raygor retiring after 28 years with Fairbanks Fire Department

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 20, 2023
    +4
    Seniors gather for Thanksgiving at Mary Siah Rec Center

    Seniors gather for Thanksgiving at Mary Siah Rec Center

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 20, 2023
    +2
    DOT concludes corridor advisory committee meetings

    DOT concludes corridor advisory committee meetings

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 19, 2023
    Borough to rejoin statewide municipal league

    Borough to rejoin statewide municipal league

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 19, 2023
    +4
    FNSB Animal Shelter holds open house

    FNSB Animal Shelter holds open house

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 19, 2023
    +4
    Hands on approach to learning a trade during Alaska Works expo

    Hands on approach to learning a trade during Alaska Works expo

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 17, 2023
    Fairbanks man pleads guilty to possessing child pornography

    Fairbanks man pleads guilty to possessing child pornography

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 17, 2023
    FAST Planning policy board votes down adding bridge replacement to list

    FAST Planning policy board votes down adding bridge replacement to list

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 16, 2023
    Despite staffing challenges DOT, Fairbanks plow ahead with winter snow services

    Despite staffing challenges DOT, Fairbanks plow ahead with winter snow services

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 16, 2023
    +6
    Fairbanks recycles on America Recycles Day

    Fairbanks recycles on America Recycles Day

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 16, 2023
    Fire department pitches community paramedic program

    Fire department pitches community paramedic program

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 15, 2023
    Fairbanks city council resolution waiving certain fire inspection fees

    Fairbanks city council resolution waiving certain fire inspection fees

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 15, 2023
    Alaska's minimum wage increases to $11.73

    Alaska's minimum wage increases to $11.73

    • Staff report
    • Nov 15, 2023
    Fairbanks Pioneer Home puts hold on accepting new residents amid severe staffing shortage

    Fairbanks Pioneer Home puts hold on accepting new residents amid severe staffing shortage

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 14, 2023

    Looking Back

    Looking Back — Nov. 30, 2023

    Looking Back — Nov. 29, 2023

    Looking Back — Nov. 28, 2023

    The night’s lights

    The night’s lights

    The night’s lights
    Done before winter

    Done before winter

    Done before winter
    Autumn in the house

    Autumn in the house

    Autumn in the house
    Old Alaska

    Old Alaska

    Old Alaska
    SIGNS OF SPRING

    SIGNS OF SPRING

    SIGNS OF SPRING
    Friday, January 24, 2020
    +5
    "The Alaska Legislature began a new session on Tuesday. What is your advice for state lawmakers?"

    "The Alaska Legislature began a new session on Tuesday. What is your advice for state lawmakers?"

    • Jan 24, 2020
    +2
    Randy LaSalle calls it a career after 43 years at NAPA Auto

    Randy LaSalle calls it a career after 43 years at NAPA Auto

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 27, 2023
    December museum programs explore celebrations

    December museum programs explore celebrations

    • Staff report
    • Nov 27, 2023
    Fairbanks updates city snow removal operations

    Fairbanks updates city snow removal operations

    • Staff report
    • Nov 26, 2023
    Childcare task force seeks comments on recommendations

    Childcare task force seeks comments on recommendations

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 26, 2023
    +3
    Alaska does not have enough housing to keep survivors of domestic violence safe

    Alaska does not have enough housing to keep survivors of domestic violence safe

    • Claire Stremple Alaska Beacon
    • Nov 24, 2023
    +2
    Librarians react to Alaska AG letters on distribution of indecent content to minors

    Librarians react to Alaska AG letters on distribution of indecent content to minors

    • Carter DeJong and Kris Capps
    • Nov 23, 2023
    EPA announces final ruling on Fairbanks air quality plan

    EPA announces final ruling on Fairbanks air quality plan

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 23, 2023
    +15
    Denali Elementary School celebrates Thanksgiving

    Denali Elementary School celebrates Thanksgiving

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 23, 2023
    Fairbanks man charged with arson after setting fire with blow torch

    Fairbanks man charged with arson after setting fire with blow torch

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 23, 2023
    Fairbanks City Council ponders Portland Loos

    Fairbanks City Council ponders Portland Loos

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 22, 2023
    +2
    North Pole City Council postpones vehicle fine ordinance

    North Pole City Council postpones vehicle fine ordinance

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 22, 2023
    +2
    Explore Fairbanks CEO touts third-quarter report: 'Tourism works for Fairbanks'

    Explore Fairbanks CEO touts third-quarter report: 'Tourism works for Fairbanks'

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 21, 2023
    +2
    DOT commissioner provides insight to ore haul

    DOT commissioner provides insight to ore haul

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 21, 2023
    Doyon announces settlement trust distribution

    Doyon announces settlement trust distribution

    • Staff report
    • Nov 21, 2023
    +6
    Retired teacher gives lesson on Inupiaq culture

    Retired teacher gives lesson on Inupiaq culture

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 21, 2023
    Scott Raygor retiring after 28 years with Fairbanks Fire Department

    Scott Raygor retiring after 28 years with Fairbanks Fire Department

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 20, 2023
    +4
    Seniors gather for Thanksgiving at Mary Siah Rec Center

    Seniors gather for Thanksgiving at Mary Siah Rec Center

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 20, 2023
    +2
    DOT concludes corridor advisory committee meetings

    DOT concludes corridor advisory committee meetings

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 19, 2023
    Borough to rejoin statewide municipal league

    Borough to rejoin statewide municipal league

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 19, 2023
    +4
    FNSB Animal Shelter holds open house

    FNSB Animal Shelter holds open house

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 19, 2023
    +4
    Hands on approach to learning a trade during Alaska Works expo

    Hands on approach to learning a trade during Alaska Works expo

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 17, 2023
    Fairbanks man pleads guilty to possessing child pornography

    Fairbanks man pleads guilty to possessing child pornography

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 17, 2023
    FAST Planning policy board votes down adding bridge replacement to list

    FAST Planning policy board votes down adding bridge replacement to list

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 16, 2023
    Despite staffing challenges DOT, Fairbanks plow ahead with winter snow services

    Despite staffing challenges DOT, Fairbanks plow ahead with winter snow services

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 16, 2023
    +6
    Fairbanks recycles on America Recycles Day

    Fairbanks recycles on America Recycles Day

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 16, 2023
    Fire department pitches community paramedic program

    Fire department pitches community paramedic program

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 15, 2023
    Fairbanks city council resolution waiving certain fire inspection fees

    Fairbanks city council resolution waiving certain fire inspection fees

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 15, 2023
    Alaska's minimum wage increases to $11.73

    Alaska's minimum wage increases to $11.73

    • Staff report
    • Nov 15, 2023
    Fairbanks Pioneer Home puts hold on accepting new residents amid severe staffing shortage

    Fairbanks Pioneer Home puts hold on accepting new residents amid severe staffing shortage

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 14, 2023
    +2
    Borough to maintain future Steese/Johansen ski tunnel

    Borough to maintain future Steese/Johansen ski tunnel

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 14, 2023
    Wind farm proponents tout lower energy costs as a project motivator

    Wind farm proponents tout lower energy costs as a project motivator

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 13, 2023
    +2
    Interior beer makers brew up awards at statewide contest

    Interior beer makers brew up awards at statewide contest

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 13, 2023
    Fairbanks city mayor eyes new officer hiring bonus

    Fairbanks city mayor eyes new officer hiring bonus

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 12, 2023
    Tok residents protest for law enforcement reform after fatal trooper shooting

    Tok residents protest for law enforcement reform after fatal trooper shooting

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 12, 2023
    Borough Assembly capital request includes a UAF child care facility

    Borough Assembly capital request includes a UAF child care facility

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 12, 2023
    +7
    Dignitaries, service members turn out for Veterans Day, Armistice Day

    Dignitaries, service members turn out for Veterans Day, Armistice Day

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 11, 2023
    +5
    Protesters call for a ceasefire in Palestine

    Protesters call for a ceasefire in Palestine

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 11, 2023
    City Council hears update on dispatch center, facility at 75% of its budgeted staffing level

    City Council hears update on dispatch center, facility at 75% of its budgeted staffing level

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 10, 2023
    FAST Planning committee rejects adding bridges to local plans

    FAST Planning committee rejects adding bridges to local plans

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 10, 2023
    +2
    Borough receives award for being a defense community

    Borough receives award for being a defense community

    • Staff report
    • Nov 10, 2023
    Interior HIV cases highlight importance of prevention

    Interior HIV cases highlight importance of prevention

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 10, 2023
    +2
    Vets helping vets: The ins and outs of the Fairbanks Veterans Court

    Vets helping vets: The ins and outs of the Fairbanks Veterans Court

    • Haley Lehman
    • Nov 10, 2023
    Chena Pump roundabout would improve safety, traffic flow

    Chena Pump roundabout would improve safety, traffic flow

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 9, 2023
    +2
    North Pole mayor urges changes to Alaska retirement system

    North Pole mayor urges changes to Alaska retirement system

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 9, 2023
    Nonprofit officially files court motion to halt Manh Choh ore haul

    Nonprofit officially files court motion to halt Manh Choh ore haul

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 9, 2023
    Fairbanks to seek return of appeals powers

    Fairbanks to seek return of appeals powers

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 8, 2023
    +2
    Interior delegation talks education funding, energy at chamber of commerce lunch

    Interior delegation talks education funding, energy at chamber of commerce lunch

    • Carter DeJong
    • Nov 8, 2023
    North Pole city council introduces 2024 budget

    North Pole city council introduces 2024 budget

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 8, 2023
    +3
    Animal shelter to shift hours, addresses drop-off kennels

    Animal shelter to shift hours, addresses drop-off kennels

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 7, 2023
    City council takes first stab at budget revenues

    City council takes first stab at budget revenues

    • Jack Barnwell
    • Nov 7, 2023

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