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Co-parenting after divorce or separation | Line One
Host Prentiss Pemberton speaks with parenting coordinator and mediator Bettsie Wild about co-parenting on this Line One.
Long-term boost to Alaska’s Head Start early childhood program trimmed by veto
Care providers say the money is going to salaries to retain teachers and keep centers open.
Rabies could become a disease of the past. Here’s what it would take.
Asia and Africa — where 95% of rabies cases happen — have two obstacles to progress.
As Ketchikan’s main homeless shelter closed, participants voiced frustration
First City Homeless Services served its last meal on June 14, leaving a void for the hundreds who relied on it.
Screening for, preventing, and treating colorectal cancer | Line One: Your Health Connection
Host Dr. Justin Clark and his guests discuss resources for colon cancer screening, and hear one person’s journey through a diagnosis.
Mental Health Resource Fair – Sept. 21
Alaska Public Media is hosting its third annual Mental Health Resource Fair at the Spenard Community Recreation Center (2020 W 48th Ave. in Anchorage) on Saturday, September 21, from 12 to 4 p.m. The...
Denali and Fairbanks-area fires disrupt tourists and communities in Alaska
Wildfires around the state have accelerated, with fires at the entrance of Denali National Park and around Fairbanks causing the most problems.
How to heal your soil on an island covered in volcanic ash | INDIE ALASKA
Marion Owen is learning how to repair Kodiak's dense, ashy soil through the power of compost to grow the garden of her dreams.
What’s causing that lower back pain? | Line One
On this Line One, host Prentiss Pemberton is joined by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ian Elliot to discuss the causes and treatments for lower back pain.
Akiak residents say weeks without power have ruined frozen food stores, drained savings
The outage, which has caused the Kuskokwim River town’s residents severe hardships, appears to be part of a broader issue with its generators.
Gov. Dunleavy trims $225M with budget vetoes but leaves school funding boost intact
Dunleavy trimmed funding for Head Start, the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute and rural broadband, among other line-item vetoes.
The Supreme Court says cities can punish people for sleeping in public places
The decision is a win for Western cities that wanted more powers to manage record homelessness. But advocates say it won't solve the larger problem.
Celebrating World Refugee Day in Alaska | Talk of Alaska
How can communities best help those who have been displaced from their home countries? We discuss welcoming new neighbors on this Talk of Alaska.
Possible rat sighting on remote St. Paul Island raises alarm
It may sound silly to outsiders, but for the remote Pribilof Island, a possible rat sighting could be a big deal.
‘An unfair fight’: The U.S. surgeon general declares war on social media
Vivek Murthy called this week for social media platforms to carry warning labels like those put on cigarettes and alcohol, due to their effects on teens.
Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly considers $38.5M Homer hospital bond
The bond would go towards acquiring land and much needed maintenance for South Peninsula Hospital.
Deconstructing fad diets | Line One: Your Health Connection
Join host Dr. Justin Clark as he discusses the good and the bad of the current fad diets on this Line One.
Ketchikan’s main homeless shelter is shutting its doors for good
First City Homeless Services' board wrote that “continual obstructive behavior” from the Ketchikan City Council led them to the decision.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to FDA’s approval of mifepristone
The court said that the challengers had no right to be in court at all since they could not show they had suffered any actual injury from the FDA rules.
A new lawsuit over Alaska’s Medicaid backlog asks a judge to order faster processing
As of last month, more than 15,000 Alaskans had Medicaid applications awaiting approval by the Division of Public Assistance.
Juneau’s hospital hears from the community as budget crisis threatens service cuts
Some residents say there could be damaging consequences for the community if the services are lost.
How much fish do Alaskans eat? Enough to require new water pollution rules, EPA says
The EPA is giving the state six to 12 months to come up with new or revised standards for more than 100 pollutants in state waters.
Self-advocacy and accommodations for college students with disabilities | Line One
On this Line One, host Prentiss Pemberton is joined by a college disabilities expert to discuss how students can advocate for themselves in college.
Keeping safe during Summer adventures | Talk of Alaska
We gathered your best advice and talked with outdoor safety experts to hear their tips on this Talk of Alaska.
A Homer needle exchange offers safer supplies for rural Alaskans and a bridge to recovery
Alaska’s geography means many people in rural areas have trouble getting clean syringes.
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