Venetie
Venetie, AK · Traffic & Transit
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Fairbanks drivers face ramp closures as Mitchell Expressway work begins Friday
Drivers in Fairbanks should prepare for traffic changes beginning Friday as a major road construction project gets underway along the Mitchell Expressway corridor. Construction work on the Mitchell Expressway ramps and the Geist Road and Chena Pump Road area is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Friday, with crews working around the clock.
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Roundabout coming to major Fairbanks intersection
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - Starting at the beginning of May and running through September, the area of Chena Pump Road, Chena Ridge Road and Geist Road will be seeing road work, leading to some traffic delays. The first section of the project, taking place near the southwest end of Chena...
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AROUND ALASKA: Fee Input, Creamer's Field Burn, and Bike Season
Residents in Juneau are being asked to share their input on how marine passenger fees should be spent. The city collects $13 from each cruise ship visitor, funding projects like downtown Wi-Fi, water system improvements, and public restrooms. Community feedback on 2027 spending is open through May 3. A prescribed...
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Morning Edition Extra
Gas prices are seeing a spike in Alaska, and Gov. Dunleavy addresses the Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce, on this Morning Edition Extra.
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Fairbanks, AK – Traffic Alert: Richardson Hwy SB Closed After Crashes
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Fairbanks, Alaska – Southbound lanes of the Richardson Highway are closed after multiple crashes between Mile 12 Bridge and Badger Road. According to the Alaska State Troopers, the closure was issued this evening due to several collisions in the area. Authorities said blowing snow and low visibility continue to create hazardous driving conditions along the […] This content first appeared on CountryHerald.com and is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or republication of this content, in whole or in part, without expressed written permission from Country Herald is strictly prohibited. Violators may be subject to legal action.
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Richardson Highway reopens near Badger Road after traffic crash
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF/KTUU) - The Richardson Highway is now reopened after a traffic collision near milepost 355 closed the highway Wednesday morning, according to the Fairbanks Police Department. A spokesperson from the FPD states that there have been roughly seven multi-vehicle crashes and vehicles in distress calls in the Fairbanks...
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Keeping cars running during cold Fairbanks winters
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Fairbanks cold snap: How to keep your car running during the winter
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - As Interior Alaska continues to experience temperatures reaching -40, many residents have seen their cars fail to start, with repair shops around town reporting heavy business. Steve Martin, owner of X-Ray Motors in Fairbanks since 1996, said he gets calls every day from motorists who are...
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Aurora Winter Train Canceled Jan. 3–4 Due to Extreme Cold; Hurricane Turn Train to Operate
The Alaska Railroad has announced the cancellation of the Aurora Winter Train for January 3–4, 2026, citing extreme winter temperatures along the rail corridor between Denali National Park and Fairbanks. Railroad officials said the decision was made to prioritize passenger and crew safety as severe cold conditions impact operations...
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America’s Most Scenic Amtrak Routes
Amtrak just reported record ridership numbers. But for a growing number of travelers, Amtrak isn’t just basic transportation: it’s the opportunity for some great historic rail adventures. There’s the legendary Southern Crescent, the route between New York and New Orleans. Out of Chicago, there’s the Empire Builder, which...
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Fairbanks cold snap: How to keep your car running during the winter
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - As Interior Alaska continues to experience temperatures reaching -40, many residents have seen their cars fail to start, with repair shops around town reporting heavy business. Steve Martin, owner of X-Ray Motors in Fairbanks since 1996, said he gets calls every day from motorists who are...
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How Long Is the Train Ride From Anchorage to Fairbanks, Alaska?
The train ride from Anchorage to Fairbanks takes about 12 hours on the Alaska Railroad. This travel time applies to both summer and winter passenger trains and covers roughly 470 miles through Alaska’s interior. The route is operated by the Alaska Railroad, primarily using two services. During summer, travelers...
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Nenana Tesla Supercharger Station Now Open to the Public
While electric vehicle use remains limited in the immediate Nenana area, officials noted that the technology is advancing quickly, and establishing reliable charging infrastructure is essential for long-term transportation planning. The new Supercharger site is expected to support both local users and travelers driving through the region. In addition to...
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Heavy Snowfall in Fairbanks Prompts Early Road Crews and Travel Advisories
Fairbanks has received at least six inches of snow since Tuesday, and snowfall continued into Wednesday morning, prompting transportation crews to begin early plowing operations ahead of the morning commute. Priority 1 routes are receiving initial attention as crews work to keep major roads passable during ongoing winter weather. According...
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Borough moves forward with long-delayed transition to compressed natural gas
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - The Fairbanks North Star Borough is moving forward with a long-awaited overhaul of its transit system, converting its fleet of buses and vans to run on compressed natural gas. The transition is funded largely through competitive “low-no” emission grants, which the borough secured in part due...