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Judge denies motion for acquittal as Fairbanks murder trial continues
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Fairbanks Superior Court Judge Brent Bennett denied a motion for acquittal Wednesday at 47-year-old Anthony Peterson’s murder trial. Peterson is accused of shooting and killing 18-year-old Brett Allen near the corner of Goldstream Road and the Old Steese Highway in 2021. “There’s not really a...
AROUND ALASKA: Straight No Chaser, Cuteness Overload, and Let's Fly!
The Alaska State Fair has announced that the nine-member a cappella group, Straight No Chaser, will perform at the Borealis Theatre as part of the 2024 Conoco Phillips Alaska Concert Series. The concert at the Alaska State Fair will be held on Sunday, August 18, at 6 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday.
Military Report: West Valley High School graduate awarded army scholarship
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Aurora Brant has been awarded an Army scholarship for $160,000 which will go towards her pursuit of becoming a doctor. As seniors across the borough graduate from high school this week, many look forward to starting the next stage of life. While some may not know what the future holds, one graduate from west valley high school is set for the foreseeable future as she pursues a career in medicine and the armed forces.
Medical examiner confirms report found 18-year-old’s death a homicide
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - 18-year-old Brett Allen died of a shot to the right side of his chest from an indeterminate range, Forensic Pathologist Kenneth Gallagher testified Tuesday at Rabinowitz Courthouse. “And as far as manner, we have several to choose from: natural, accident, suicide, homicide and undetermined. In his...
Nenana Ice Classic winner takes home entire $210k jackpot
NENANA, Alaska (KTUU) - The winner of the 2024 Nenana Ice Classic made only eight guesses as to when the ice would give out underneath the Interior town’s iconic tripod, but she only needed one to secure the big prize. This year’s winner, known only as Esther from Ouzinkie,...
Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 223 AM AKDT Wed May 15 2024 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow with low visibility expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches along the coast, with 6 to 10 inches in the mountains. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Visibility one half mile at times. * WHERE...Southern Seward Peninsula Coast and Interior Seward Peninsula. * WHEN...Until 6 PM AKDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Large snow drifts will form. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. &&
When kidney stones require surgery
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Most small kidney stones can pass on their own. When they get too large, however, they have the potential to cause damage. Fortunately several surgical options are available for removing kidney stones. “Over the last several years we have worked increasingly to make surgery even less...
30-Below Woodworks at the Fairbanks Farmers Market
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - If you want an in-depth look at our local community’s crafting and farming talents, the Farmers’ Market is a great place to start. Old faces and new flooded into the grand summer reopening of the Farmers’ Market on May 11, and among these was 30-Below Woodworks, a long-term familiar sight among the Market artists.
Fairbanks to celebrate Arbor Day with re-planting of rescued birches from the Polaris Building
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - On May 20, the Fairbanks community will gather in celebration of the globally known holiday, Arbor Day. According to Ritchie Musick, a founding member of the Fairbanks Arbor Day Committee, Arbor Day in Alaska is held on the third Monday in May. Enacted by the state legislature in 1973, since its inception, the committee has planted trees all over town, including in parks and at public buildings.
University of Alaska Fairbanks' Kuskokwim Campus Celebrates 50th Commencement
It's not just high school graduations happening. College commencements are underway, too. The University of Alaska Fairbanks' Kuskokwim Campus in Bethel held its 50th commencement recently. How cool is that?. Thiirty-six students received occupational endorsements, associate's, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees and post-baccalaureate certificates. Graduates hailed from communities across...
Jury: Fairbanks man attempted murder in 2022 shooting incident
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - A Fairbanks jury found 37-year-old Daniel Christensen guilty Friday on three counts of attempted murder as well as third-degree assault and weapons misconduct charges. The verdict followed a week-long trial, during which the prosecution and defense sparred over the legal repercussions of a shooting incident at...
HOMETOWN HERO: Detective Ace Adams, Fairbanks Police Department
Congratulations to Detective Ace Adams with the Fairbanks Police Department on his recent retirement. Detective Adams joined FPD as an officer 20 years ago in 2004. At his retirement ceremony, he was presented with several medals, including one for Honorable Service, to recognize his contributions to the department and the community.
Wolf Packs Nield makes college commitment
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) -West Valley’s multi-sport athlete, Leyton Nield, has finally decided where he will go to college and what sport he is going to play. Nield made his decision to play college basketball, and signed with the Mt. Hood Community College Saints, who compete in the South Region of the Northwest Athletic Conference. Over the past five seasons, the Saints have won 47 games over the past five seasons and made the playoffs during the 2012-22 season, where they had 15 wins.
Sustainability Report: The FNSB Central Recycling Facility continues to accept cardboard, paper, aluminum, etc.
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Sitting on Marika Road in the Aurora Neighborhood of Fairbanks, the Fairbanks North Star Borough’s Central Recycling Facility (CRF) closed down for four months in 2022. Under the management of non-profit Green Star of Interior Alaska, the facility has been reopened for a year and...
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