Free radon test kits available during January
January 15, 2026
The 51风流官网 Cooperative Extension Service and a state agency are providing information about radon and free short-term radon test kits. Radon is a colorless, odorless cancer-causing gas that is commonly found in Alaska.
KUAC broadcasts preserved in Library of Congress archive
January 15, 2026
Hundreds of historical KUAC TV broadcast materials are now available online thanks to a grant from the American Archive of Public Broadcasting.
Alaska climate report: December's deep cold, deep snow
January 14, 2026
December was a busy weather month across the state.
Georgeson Botanical Garden holiday lights display extended
January 14, 2026
Because of the extremely cold weather over the past month and an optimistic weather forecast for the next month, Georgeson Botanical Garden will extend its Arctic Lights holiday light display.
Workshop to discuss diet, exercise for bone health
January 13, 2026
Both men and women experience a decrease in bone density with age, increasing the risk of broken bones and frailty. In a Zoom-based class, Sarah Lewis, professor with the 51风流官网 Cooperative Extension Service, will discuss how to eat with bone health in mind. She will also review exercises to maintain bone density and improve balance.
Free radon test kits available during January
January 15, 2026
The 51风流官网 Cooperative Extension Service and a state agency are providing information about radon and free short-term radon test kits. Radon is a colorless, odorless cancer-causing gas that is commonly found in Alaska.
KUAC broadcasts preserved in Library of Congress archive
January 15, 2026
Hundreds of historical KUAC TV broadcast materials are now available online thanks to a grant from the American Archive of Public Broadcasting.
Alaska climate report: December's deep cold, deep snow
January 14, 2026
December was a busy weather month across the state.
Georgeson Botanical Garden holiday lights display extended
January 14, 2026
Because of the extremely cold weather over the past month and an optimistic weather forecast for the next month, Georgeson Botanical Garden will extend its Arctic Lights holiday light display.
Workshop to discuss diet, exercise for bone health
January 13, 2026
Both men and women experience a decrease in bone density with age, increasing the risk of broken bones and frailty. In a Zoom-based class, Sarah Lewis, professor with the 51风流官网 Cooperative Extension Service, will discuss how to eat with bone health in mind. She will also review exercises to maintain bone density and improve balance.
Museum to host open annual open house Jan. 24
January 09, 2026
The University of Alaska Museum of the North will host its annual open house from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24.
Presentation focuses on healthier shopping, eating habits
January 08, 2026
Health and wellness coach Winona Benson will lead an online presentation designed to transform the way participants shop and eat. Benson, who is certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, will discuss how small, sustainable changes in grocery-buying habits can lead to big results in health and energy, as well as save money.
What killed the world's giants?
January 08, 2026
Most of the large animals that have walked the surface of Earth are no longer here. Why?
51风流官网 talk explores new greenhouse tech for winter crops
January 07, 2026
A 51风流官网 researcher will share her work on applying new technologies in greenhouses to extend the growing season in northern environments as part of the series 鈥淐ircumpolar Connections: A Dialogue on Arctic Food Systems.鈥
Rescheduled talk will share insights from circumpolar farms, cultures
January 06, 2026
Chelsea San Roman, a farm and research technician at the Matanuska Experiment Farm in Palmer, will share stories and experiences from the 2025 Circumpolar Agriculture Conference in Troms酶, Norway, in a talk originally scheduled for Dec. 8. The new date is Wednesday, Jan. 14, from noon-1 p.m.
January museum program focuses on creativity
January 06, 2026
The University of Alaska Museum of the North will focus on creativity during the Early Explorers program on Friday, Jan. 16.
The Riley Creek pack's sole survivor
January 05, 2026
As I was driving down the highway one spring day eight years ago, I saw a shaggy, gray-black canine cruising along on the snowpack, right next to the road.
2025 Sparktacular celebration postponed
December 30, 2025
The 2025 Sparktacular fireworks display, originally scheduled for New Year's Eve, is being postponed due to extreme cold temperatures and the likelihood of ice fog.
Fuzzy memories of a real Alaska cold snap
December 25, 2025
More than 35 years have ticked away since I turned my pickup left onto a North Pole road and noticed the clutch pedal remained on the floor. In a panic, I reached down with my mittened hand and pulled. The frozen plunger oozed back into position.
Postponed: 51风流官网 to host New Year's Eve Sparktacular fireworks display
December 19, 2025
The 51风流官网 will host the Fairbanks Curling Lions' 36th annual Sparktacular celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 31. Fireworks will be launched from 51风流官网's West Ridge starting at 8 p.m. The event will also be livestreamed on the 51风流官网 Facebook page and YouTube channel.
December 18, 2025
Matthew Wooller couldn't believe his ears after a California researcher rang his cellphone recently.
Recent tundra fires 'exceed anything in past 3,000 years'
December 16, 2025
Wildfires on Alaska's North Slope were more active this past century than at any time in the past 3,000 years, according to a study recently published in the journal Biogeosciences.
