SWANSON RESIGNS AS HEAD OF CITIZENS' COUNCIL
Mark Swanson has resigned as executive director of the Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council. His resignation was unanimously accepted by the council board November 24 during a telephonic meeting. While the board works to seek a permanent replacement, Donna Schantz, the organization’s director of programs, will serve as acting executive director.
CALIFORNIA TOWN COLDER THAN ALASKA AREA ABOVE ARCTIC CIRCLE
KTLA- A record cold snap continued across Northern California on Sunday, including more below-zero temperature readings. Alturas registered minus-3 degrees, while Barrow recorded 3 degrees above zero. READ MORE
ALASKA ROAD CREW USES HOWITZER TO TRIGGER SNOW SLIDES ALONG PARKS HIGHWAY
AK Dispatch- The Alaska Department of Transportation used an artillery piece Sunday to lower avalanche danger along the Parks Highway north of Cantwell. Read More HERE
GILSON MIDDLE SCHOOL SUPER HUSKY AWARD WINNERS
6th grade: Levi Clubb "Levi brightens any classroom with a sweet smile and positive attitude. He works hard, participates in class discussions, and is a great friend to all!" --Mrs. Langseth
7th grade: Anna Agcaoili - "Anna's cheerful spirit and dedication to academic excellence is an inspiration to all the staff and students at Gilson Middle School." --Mrs. Warner
8th grade: Amber Major - "Amber is such an energetic 8th grader. She is consistent with her work and her smile. Amber is an extraordinaire, a runner and avid reader." --Mrs. Huisingh
SERVICES FOR CELESTE DITMAN
There will be a celebration of life for Celeste Ditman, Monday, December 7th at 6pm. Services will be held at the Valdez Civic Center with a potluck reception immediately following at Bayside Community Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to International Friends of Compassion or the Bayside Community Church Benevolence Fund in Celeste's name.
SPORTS INTERVIEWS & AUDIO PODCASTS
KVAK recently updated our website and has some new features. Sports Reporter Iam Cabitac has been meeting with VHS and GMS athletes every Monday and producing "Sports Shorts" programs that air on 93.3FM & 1230AM. These one-minute interviews are all archived on our new
Sports Shorts Interview Page.
See Sports Schedules
HERE and
Sports News
HERE
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Sports Fan Sponsors
GCI * Mikes Palace * Napa Auto Parts * Sound Realty * Safeway * Copper Valley Telecom * Arts Design * Petro Star Valdez Refinery
KVAK HOLIDAY ON-AIR SHOW DECEMBER 16th
Mark your calendars and get your radio warmed up for KVAK's Annual Holiday On-Air Show. Hear holiday tunes sung by vocalists right here in Valdez, have a chance to win prizes and hear holiday songs and poems. KVAK Kids Club members will be behind the scenes learning about live broadcast and lending their voices to features and giveaways. The holiday on-air festivities will begin with 3:30pm December 16th on 93.3FM and 1230AM.
Devan Walker and Tyler Stillwell at the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
CITY COUNCIL MEETING TOMORROW
Tuesday, December 1st, 2015
in City Council Chambers
Tuesday –7pm
Items will include:
1. Approval of the 2015 Escrow Payment of $5,500,465 for Defeasance of 2012 Middle School General Obligation Bonds
2. Approval to Purchase 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Car from Alaska Sales and Service in the Mount of $65,907.65
3. Approval to Purchase a 2015 24' PackMan Landing Craft from Munson Boats in the Amount of $98,151.00
CLICK HERE for full agenda
CLICK HERE to read meeting packet
All City Council meetings are held in City Council Chambers, broadcast live on 1230AM KVAK and streamed LIVE on www.kvakradio.com
