THE WAR: Wayne Barnett

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Owen Gaard honors the service of his grandfather, Wayne Barnett, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Robert Knutson

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Lisa Bulkow honors the service of her father, Robert Knutson, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Lloyd Ahvakana

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Jay Griffin honors the service of Lloyd Ahvakana, a soldier from the Alaska Territorial Guard, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Kenneth Thornburg

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Kenny Hubbell honors the service of his grandfather, Kenneth Thornburg, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: George Jackson

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Jean Jackson honors the service of her husband, George Jackson, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Floyd Breaux

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Randy Breaux honors the service of his father, Floyd Breaux, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Elmer Smith

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Mark Smith honors the service of his father, Elmer Smith, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Edwin E. Lindbeck

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Steve Lindbeck honors the service of his father, Edwin E. Lindbeck, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Donald Gaard

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Owen Gaard honors the service of his grandfather, Donald Gaard, in this brief video message.
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THE WAR: Charles Albert Stang

Fri, September 28, 2007

As part of KAKM’s series of World War II testimonials, Amy Stang Osborne honors the service of her father, Charles Albert Stang, in this brief video message.
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Anchorage Edition: September 28, 2007

Fri, September 28, 2007

Host Michael Carey gathers journalists and commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Discussion this week includes:

Overview and reflection on Rep. Pete Kott corruption trial that ended with jury rendering a guilty verdict on three of four counts
Expectations for upcoming trial of former Rep. Vic Kohring
Overview of politics of Pebble Mine and Fairbanks Rep. Jam Ramras’ controversy with Native groups
BP Alaska President’s recent talk about company’s operations to business group and Alaska’s rank near bottom of worldwide “political stability” survey by consulting group Wood Mackenzie
Background on Nikiski fertilizer plant shutdown
Govenor Sarah Palin request of Sen. Ted Stevens to talk about corruption trials and investigations
Assessment of State Sen. John Cowdery not attending the special session due to health reasons

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Veterans of 10th Mountain Division remember WWII from Juneau

Thu, September 27, 2007

The 10th Mountain Division suffered one of the highest casualty rates of World War II. But where others failed, the 10th made way for Allied victory in Italy. Members would later pioneer the ski industry and modern outdoor gear companies back in the U.S. Juneau is home to a few veterans of the skiing and climbing troops.