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Protecting Students with Medical Needs: Why School Nurses Matter

February 16, 2026

In Alaska, schools are facing tough choices about budgets. One area that's often on the chopping block is school nurses. But for kids with serious medical conditions, like Type 1 diabetes, having a nurse at school isn't just a comfort—it's a necessity. Type 1 diabetes isn't something that can be ma

business

Domestic Mining Push: A New Path for Critical Minerals

February 15, 2026

American companies that build batteries, cars and tech gadgets depend on graphite. China supplies most of it, making the U. S. vulnerable to supply cuts or price hikes. A new law encourages domestic mining projects like Graphite One’s Alaska deposit, the biggest graphite site in America. The bill as

politics

Alaska’s $272 Million Health Push: Tight Rules, Big Questions

February 15, 2026

Alaska’s health department is racing to hand out a hefty $272 million grant by October, a chunk of money that comes from a new federal program aimed at fixing rural health care across the country. The state got the largest per‑capita award in the first round of a five‑year plan that will spread $50 

health

Baby Food Recall: What You Need to Know

February 15, 2026

A recall has been issued for a specific batch of "Tippy Toes" baby food. The reason? Elevated levels of patulin, a substance produced by molds that can grow on fruits like apples. This recall is a precautionary measure, as long-term exposure to patulin can potentially cause health issues, including

education

Teachers' Retirement: A Fair Deal?

February 14, 2026

Teachers are the backbone of our education system, but many are anxious about their future. They worry about having enough money when they retire. This worry is making some teachers quit, and others think twice about joining the profession. It's a big problem, and it's not getting the attention it d

education

Learning the Coast at Fort Ross

February 13, 2026

The coast of Sonoma County is a living classroom. Fort Ross, inside the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, turns this shoreline into a place where people can see, study and help protect marine life. A team called the Fort Ross Conservancy runs a Coastal Academy that offers two main pr

politics

Montana Politicians Start 2026 Campaigns with Big Cash Advantage

February 10, 2026

Sen. Steve Daines begins the year with nearly five million dollars ready for use, while Rep. Ryan Zinke has close to three million in hand. Together they hold a comfortable lead over their Democratic opponents, who collectively have just about one‑hundred twenty‑nine thousand dollars. Daines’ 202

politics

Fresh Faces Needed: Why Alaska Wants Limits on Congress Terms

February 10, 2026

Alaskans are known for their practical mindset. They care more about how well someone serves than how long they stay in office. This belief has sparked a growing group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to push for a constitutional change that would set limits on how many times a person can b

sports

Super Bowl Clues: A Quick Guide to the Puzzle

February 8, 2026

The puzzle released today focuses on football, celebrating the most watched game of the year. It comes from a sports‑centric publisher that offers the challenge on its own app and also online for free. Players looking for help can start with four hints, each linked to a color group. The eas

sports

Lindsey Vonn’s Knee‑Tough Comeback

February 8, 2026

Lindsey Vonn has always been a standout in alpine skiing, but her career is as much about biology and resilience as it is about speed. At 41, she announced retirement in 2018 because her knees were aging and hurting. Yet a breakthrough robotic knee operation in 2024 revived her competitive edge, all

Protecting Students with Medical Needs: Why School Nurses Matter

Domestic Mining Push: A New Path for Critical Minerals

Alaska’s $272 Million Health Push: Tight Rules, Big Questions

Baby Food Recall: What You Need to Know

Teachers' Retirement: A Fair Deal?

Learning the Coast at Fort Ross

Montana Politicians Start 2026 Campaigns with Big Cash Advantage

Fresh Faces Needed: Why Alaska Wants Limits on Congress Terms

Super Bowl Clues: A Quick Guide to the Puzzle

Lindsey Vonn’s Knee‑Tough Comeback

Alaska’s $272 Million Health Push: Tight Rules, Big Questions