When reached via email, Ashton Meier, the vice president of processing at Pacific Seafood, said the company is maintaining service with another carrier but the reduced number of shipping options in Kodiak is concerning.
The Midday Report - Statewide News and Local Events Update Every Weekday
Weekly Wrap
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This week we hear about Pacific Seafood finalizing purchasing Kodiak's largest seafood plant, KIBSD will decide whether to close a school in January, the Board of Fisheries tweaked some regulations for Prince William Sound pollock, Dunleavy proposed increasing funding for ASMI, and a small landslide struck near Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center.
Talk of the Rock
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On today's episode of a special Talk of the Rock, KMXT's Terry Haines hosts the third conversation in a Coastal Climate Radio Series about climate change adaptation in Gulf of Alaska fisheries, and communities, in partnership with the Alaska Ocean Observing System and NOAA Fisheries. This four-part local radio series explores changes in the marine ecosystem from the perspective of fishermen, scientists, and managers.
Alaska Fisheries Report
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This week on the Alaska Fisheries Report with Terry Haines:Happy New Year! This week we look back at two stories from the past year: Theo Greenly's about the scrum surrounding chum bycatch, produced at KUCB, plus Meg Duff's story for KDLG about the Supreme Court's decision to reverse the "Chevron deference."
Alaska News
- Third party consultant lays out recommendations to improve Anchorage Police Department’s use of force policies
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- Lawmakers have big plans for the legislative session but low oil prices are a barrier
- That time Jimmy Carter went birding in Anchorage
- Running through grief | Outdoor Explorer
- 'Expect it to be bad:’ State officials seek public input on upcoming Glenn Highway overhaul
- Jimmy Carter remembered by colleagues, family and friends as a devoted public servant
- Federal grant to boost avalanche mitigation along Seward Highway
- Fairbanks area school district releases proposal to close 5 schools
- 'Like a bomb was dropped': Authorities warn of extensive damage as LA fires rage
NPR National News
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- Photos: See the California wildfires' destructive force, in satellite images
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- Billy Crystal, Paris Hilton, other celebrities share LA fire experiences, resources
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- A husband honors the 4 women who protected his injured wife from oncoming traffic