Davis Hovey
News DirectorDavis Hovey was first drawn to Alaska by the opportunity to work for a radio station in a remote, unique place like Nome. More than 7 years later he has spent most of his career reporting on climate change and research, fisheries, local government, Alaska Native communities and so much more.
Hovey went to Syracuse University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Broadcast Digital Journalism. He is currently the news director at KMXT.
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The City of Kodiak and Kodiak Island Borough announced on Wednesday, Jan. 8, that Richard Gonzalez will be the main point of contact for local, state and federal partners during emergency response on the island. -
Kodiak’s new fire station is 40% completed as of the end of 2024 and is on schedule, according to Acting City Manager Josie Bahnke, who gave an update on the project on Jan. 9. -
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. -
A Kodiak Island resident has been honored with a national award for environmental leadership. One of eight awardees, Natasha Hayden was recognized for her work advocating for Alaska Native fishing rights. -
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game is slated to receive another funding boost as part of Governor Mike Dunleavy’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2026. Millions of that potential money will support research for crashing Chinook salmon stocks. -
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. -
For Kodiak, this Prince William Sound fishery is estimated to bring in approximately $1 million in dockside value, along with severance tax revenue for the borough and sales tax revenue for the city. -
Peking and Sizzler Burger Restaurant in Kodiak will continue to keep its license despite being closed to the public for years. Now both Kodiak’s city and borough governments are asking the state to revoke the local restaurant’s license. -
On this week's Talk of the Rock, the KMXT News team reviews this year of reporting and local news stories from around the Kodiak Archipelago.
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The M/V Tustumena’s last sailing to Kodiak Island for this winter season is set for Jan. 2. Weather delays and scheduling changes mean Alaska Marine Highway System’s mainliner ferry won’t stop through some archipelago communities until after New Year’s.
