Anchorage Edition: March 5, 2010

Fri, March 5, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

The life insurance policy for former Mayor George Sullivan held by the municipality.
A recap of various oil and gas proposals now before the Legislature.
Fairbanks’ challenge to clean up its air.
Sen. Albert Kookesh (D-Angoon) must apologize to Craig for his comments.
The University of Alaska has narrowed to three its choices for a new president.
The dismissive attitude towards open meeting and open records laws by state officials.

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Anchorage Edition: February 26, 2010

Fri, February 26, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Legislators are unhappy with new lobbying rules.
US Senate passes a jobs bill. Both Alaska senators supported.
Legislature gets briefed on revenue potential from gas pipeline.
Anchorage Fire Department cuts back on services.
Rep. Don Young’s higher visibility in Congress.
An update on the ACES campaign.
Alaska benefits from the stimulus spending.

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Anchorage Edition: February 19, 2010

Fri, February 19, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Joshua Wade pleads guilty.
New efforts to deliver natural gas to Anchorage.
President of Conoco/Phillips is killed in snowmachine accident.
The latest inductees to the Alaska Sports Hall of Fame.
Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) gives her annual speech before the Legislature.
The Legislature’s response to the Supreme Court decision on campaign finances.

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Anchorage Edition: February 12, 2010

Fri, February 12, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

The upcoming municipal elections in Anchorage.
The homeless challenges facing Anchorage and efforts to create a place for homeless alcoholics.
The verdict in the controversial Point Hope caribou trial.
Anchorage’s efforts to crack down on drunk driving.

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Anchorage Edition: February 5, 2010

Mon, February 8, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

The state’s management of Medicaid reimbursement programs.
Trans-Canada appears before the Legislature to discuss it’s gas line plans.
Legislatures ponders whether it is too small.
ConocoPhillips files paperwork with the government reflecting its profitability.
Target says it will sell wild salmon in its stores.
The Faces of Aces campaign.
The effects of the Supreme Court ruling on campaign finance.
Anchorage Assembly puts together bond package for April ballot.

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Anchorage Edition: January 29, 2010

Fri, January 29, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Oil companies launch advertising campaign.
The role of Meet Alaska.
Bus service in the bush.
An update on the current legislative session.
Sen. Albert Kookesh (D-Hoonah) prompts controversy with appearance before Craig officials.
Additional broadband is coming to rural Alaska.
The call for using the Alaska Permanent Fund earnings for a natural gas pipeline.

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Anchorage Edition: January 22, 2010

Fri, January 22, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Gov. Sean Parnell (R) delivers his first State of the State Address.
Republicans win shocking victory in Massachusetts, capturing US Senate seat.
Anchorage School Superintendent Carol Comaeau releases her budget plans.
Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) takes on the EPA.
What are the chances for Congress enacting major climate change legislation this year?
Alaskans help with Haiti relief efforts.
Matt Zencey is departing the Anchorage Daily News.

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Anchorage Edition: January 15, 2010

Fri, January 15, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Sarah Palin signs on with FOX news.
Judge rules against state in Pt. Thompson oil exploration case.
The upcoming session of the Legislature.
Gov. Sean Parnell’s (R) interest in eliminating the gas tax at the pump.
Judge rules against former legislator Pete Kott.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R) comes under fire for her ties to lobbyists.
A police officer is shot in Anchorage.

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HOST: Michael Carey. Freelance editorial writer. Anchorage Daily News.

GUESTS:

Dermot Cole. Columnist. Fairbanks Daily-News Miner.
Gregg Erickson. Editor-at-Large. AK Budget Report.
Paul Jenkins. Blogger. Anchorage Daily Planet.

KSKA (FM) BROADCAST: Friday, January 15 at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, January 16 at 6:00 p.m.

KAKM (TV) BROADCAST: Friday, January 15 at 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, January 16 at 5:00 p.m.

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Anchorage Edition: January 8, 2010

Fri, January 8, 2010

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

A move to turn a former motel into a homeless shelter in Anchorage.
Anchorage Assembly races in 2010.
The latest moves to protect the polar bear and walrus populations.
Regulating the price of gasoline in Alaska.
Make the PFD part of the Alaska Constitution.
A proposal to drug test welfare recipients.
Fuel prices in Bush Alaska.
Senator Mark Begich’s (D-AK) refusal to “sell” his vote on health care legislation.

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HOST: Michael Carey. Freelance editorial writer. Anchorage Daily News.

GUESTS:

Jill Burke. Reporter. Alaska Dispatch.
Brendan Joel Kelley. Associate Editor. Anchorage Press.
Steve MacDonald. News Director. KTUU-TV.

KSKA (FM) BROADCAST: Friday, January 8 at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, January 9 at 6:00 p.m.

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Anchorage Edition: December 25, 2009

Thu, December 24, 2009

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska.

Our program this week is a special. We have pulled highlights from this year’s programs and created a look back at the big stories of 2009.

Topics include:

Sarah Palin stepping down as governor.
Palin’s national popularity as a political figure.
Sean Parnell taking over as governor.
Former Senator Ted Steven’s legal battles.

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HOST: Michael Carey. Freelance editorial writer. Anchorage Daily News.

KSKA (FM) BROADCAST: Saturday 2, December at 6:00 p.m.

KAKM (TV) BROADCAST: Friday, December 25 at 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

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Anchorage Edition: December 18, 2009

Thu, December 17, 2009

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Gov. Sean Parnell (R) unveils his first budget.
Pebble Mine draws support and opposition from Bristol Bay.
Republican Ralph Samuels joins gubernatorial race.
Manhunt for Kotzebue man ends.
Legislature wants PR firm to help with opposition to Endangered Species Act.
Debbie Ossiander departs as Anchorage Assembly chair.
Sarah Palin stirs controversy over climate change remarks.
AFN appoints panel for subsistence issues.
Settlement reached in Native lands dispute.

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Don’t Forget Next Week – A Special Anchorage Edition – The Year in Review.

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Anchorage Edition: December 11, 2009

Fri, December 11, 2009

Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Gov. Sean Parnell (R) calls for a review of state’s oil tax policies.
The latest developments regarding subsistence.
President Obama views on subsistence issues.
Bethel wrestles with being a damp or wet community.
Larry Persily’s is appointed federal pipeline coordianator.
Iditarod cuts its budget and prize money.
More cruise ships are dropping their Alaska routes.
Attorney General Daniel Sullivan proposes new ethics guidelines.
Noorvik reintroduces Native dance to village.

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