Shady Oliver

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Kaktovik votes to resume sale and consumption of alcohol after 20 years

In a special election, the town voted 54 to 32 to overturn its current dry status.

Shady Grove Oliver, Arctic Sounder June 18, 2020

'We need real change’: Arctic Alaska communities turn out for police brutality protests

Alaskans made their voices heard during marches in Kotzebue and Utqiaġvik protesting the death of George Floyd and police brutality nationwide, and in support of Black Lives Matter.

Shady Grove Oliver, Arctic Sounder June 10, 2020

Kivalina whalers bring home beluga bounty, while Utqiagvik is having a strong season

The 77 Swan Crew, captained by Replogle Swan Sr. and his wife, Dolly, braved uncertain traveling conditions to head northwest from Kivalina to Point Hope.

Shady Grove Oliver, Arctic Sounder May 14, 2020
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