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  Page 2 Wed. Aug. 19: Palmer Municipal Golf Course 19.08.2026

  John Schirack became manager of the Palmer Municipal Golf Course in April. He had managed the course at Settlers Bay for 15 years. He manages the Palmer course as a city employee unlike previous arrangements. He built a new staff and got operations established after a late start this season. Schirack says the course is […]
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  Ag Matters: Al Poindexter, Anchor Point Greenhouse and 2026 Alaskan Farm Family of the Year 19.08.2026

  Join host Ken Hoffman and his guest, Al Poindexter, owner of Anchor Point Greenhouse and winner of the 2026 Alaska Farm Family of the Year award Al and Grace Poindexter, Alaska 2026 Farm Family of the Year The Farm Family of the Year award was established in 2000 by the Alaska Division of Agriculture and […]
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  A Conversation with Mary Anne Carter, Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts 18.08.2026

  Join host Mike Chmielewski and his guests, Mary Anne Carter, the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts, and Benjamin Brown with the Alaska State Council on the Arts. Listen as they discuss how art can be used as a healing therapy and hear about Chairmans Carter trip to Alaska. Mary Anne Carter Mary Anne […]
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  Page 2 Tue. Aug. 18: Save the Eagles: Use Copper Bullets 18.08.2026

  Lead poisoning can leave wildlife and birds blind. They may get so weak they can’t stand. They may have trouble breathing. This is a death sentence for them. How does the poisoning happen? The Alaska Department of Fish and Game trapped golden eagles as part of a national study. About 16% of the Alaska birds […]
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  A conversation with Debbie Contini-Braun 17.08.2026

  Join host Mike Chmielewski and his guest Debbie Contini-Braun. Debbie is a long-time Palmer resident and a descendant of original Palmer colonists. Debbie Contini Braun Photo credit: Aspentimes.com
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  Your Health: Bone Health #3 17.08.2026

  Join Dr. Jill Valerius and host Lee Henrikson as they conclude a 3-part discussion on keeping healthy bones. Proper exercise is integral to maintaining good health. Particularly for osteoporosis prevention, the right type of exercise matters. Exercise that includes weight bearing and resistance helps to load the axial spine, or the cervical, thoracic and lumbar […]
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  Page 2 Mon. Aug 17: All the Deets on Borough Elections  17.08.2026

  The filing period for running for borough offices opens today and closes on August 28 at 5 p.m. There are open positions in six of the seven districts. Assembly positions are open for districts 1, 2, 4 and 5. These are four-year terms.  School board seats are open for districts 3 and 6. Depending on […]
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  Home To Roost #67 15.08.2026

  In this episode, Rachel wonders whether $272 million in federal Rural Health Transformation Program money might fail to fully land in Alaska, while John looks into the billions of dollars some Native corporations are getting in ICE contracts. We also see who has called Trump a mere temporary tenant of the White House, and we […]
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  Valley Edition: Lonnie McKechnie, Mat-Su Borough Clerk 15.08.2026

  Join host Mike Chmielewski and his guest, Lonnie McKechnie, the Mat-Su Borough Clerk. Listen in as they discuss the upcoming 2026 election. Image Credit: Mat-Su Borough’s Clerk’s Office.
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  Inside The City: John Schirack, Palmer Municipal Golf Course Manager 14.08.2026

  Join host Mike Chmielewski and his guest, John Schirack, the Manager of the Palmer Municipal Golf Course, as they discuss the ongoing 2026 golf season. At 7,300 yards, this par-72 championship course offers a round that’s both engaging and enjoyable. The layout strikes a balance between challenge and playability, giving every golfer a chance to […]