Regal Cinemas Closing Tikahtnu Stadium 16
As part of a nationwide downsizing, Regal Cinemas is closing one of its three multiplex movie theaters in Anchorage, the Tikahtnu Stadium 16 IMAX & RPX.
Media & Arts
Alaska Public Media Hires Its First COO/Vice President of Administration
Alaska Public Media (AKPM) chose a Midwestern broadcasting executive for the new position of Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Administration.
KNBA 90.3 Adds Longtime Journalists to Lead News Team
KNBA, the Anchorage-based radio station owned by Koahnic Broadcast Corporation, added two
veteran journalists to its broadcast newsroom.
Alaskans Stake Claims in the YouTube Gold Rush
YouTube makes uploading videos easy, but making an income on the platform takes as much work as any traditional job. Several Alaskans have found success sharing their unique points of view—with a particularly stunning state as a background.
The Skagway News Ending Print Editions, Switching to Online Only
To cut expenses, the December 9 and 23 editions will be the last with physical copies, and going forward the newspaper will be available only on its website.
New Grant Brings ACT’s ‘Annie’ to PAC Stage
Anchorage Community Theatre brings the musical Annie to the Sydney Laurence Theatre in the Anchorage Center for the Performing Arts thanks to a new charitable endowment, the Ruth Hart Fund.
Alaska Crews Produce Documentary “At the Edge of Tomorrow”
A two-part documentary premiering on public television is the product of an all-Alaskan crew. At the Edge of Tomorrow, about life on Little Diomede Island, airs on KAKM November 16 and 23.
Thin Airwaves: Local Broadcasters Do More with Less
Advancements in technology, the global pandemic, and changes in how broadcasters operate has resulted in fewer voices in radio.
Valley Comic Con Returns to Wasilla
Valley Comic Con, returning for a second year, had space for local artists, apparel and toy merchants, tabletop gaming, and of course comic books for sale.
Juneau Radio Stations Bought by Out-of-State Owner
All six commercial radio stations in Juneau are changing hands to an out-of-state owner, an acquaintance of the current owners, Frontier Media.