With the economy in the dumps, everyone is worried about money these days. So its time to find out about some of the fun and cost cutting measures some savvy Anchorage residents have been doing for years. Today on Community Forum, find out where to get great pastry for pennies, how to dress to the […] The post Community Forum: Saving money appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

This week we visit with students from the Home Base After School Program. The program engages students in programs as diverse as computer building, Tai Chi and foreign languages, as well as basics such as math and science. Now, a few of the students are preparing for a trip to Africa. We chat with two […] The post Community Forum: Motivating Students appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

Colony High School math teacher, Robert Williams kicks off his tenure as 2009 Alaska Teacher of the Year. Today Mr. Williams joins host Nellie Moore on Community Forum call-in to discuss the Teacher of the Year program, and innovative techniques Williams uses to reach his students. Alaska Math Consortium National Council of Teachers of Mathematics […] The post Community Forum: 2009 Alaska Teacher of the Year appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

Join us for our very first live call-in program about… KSKA! We want to talk with you, the listeners, about the station, about our programming — including some upcoming programming changes — and about all the services we provide to the community. This is your chance to ask questions, share comments, make suggestions and more. […] The post Community Forum: Talk with KSKA appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

Winter is the most introverted time of year. The long cold and dark days of winter can sometimes wear us down, turn us inward and cast a shadow over even the sunniest of dispositions. Join Community Forum host Nellie Moore and her guest Dr. Al Collins to learn some creative ways to enjoy our long […] The post Community Forum: Winter blues busters appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

Now that Mark Begich has moved on to the U.S. Senate, Former Assembly chair Matt Claman has been sworn in as acting mayor of the Municipality of Anchorage. Find out what his goals are during this week’s Community Forum with host, Nellie Moore. Download Audio (MP3) HOST: Nellie Moore, independent journalist GUESTS: Matt Claman, mayor, […] The post Community Forum: Mayor Matt Claman appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

On Monday, Governor Sarah Palin unveiled her final operating and capital spending plans for fiscal year 2010. Some highlights have already been released, but you can learn more this afternoon when State Revenue Commissioner, Pat Galvin joins Nellie Moore for Community Forum. State of Alaska: Office of Management & Budget UAA: The Alaska Citizen’s Guide […] The post Community Forum: Alaska's budget appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

As we near the winter solstice, many Alaskans are struggling to stay warm. We notice those little breezes leaking cold air into our snug homes. What can we do to get rid of drafts and lower our utility bills? Join Nellie Moore and her guests, President of the Alaska Craftsman Home Program (ACHP), Chuck Renfro […] The post Community Forum: Weatherizing in Alaska appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

This week, officials at Denali Pipeline announced they have begun the formal right-of-way application process with the federal government, and, are getting ready to move into their brand new Anchorage headquarters. Today, Community Forum host Nellie Moore interviews Denali Pipeline president Bud Fackrell on the project, which would eventually ship 4 billion cubic feet of […] The post Community Forum: Denali pipeline appeared first on Alaska Public Media.

Patrolman Rob Heun started fighting crime in Anchorage 25 years ago. Now, he’s police chief, and curbing criminal behavior and improving public safety are his responsibility. Today on Community Forum, find out more about the seamy side of Anchorage and what the police department is doing about it. Call-in with your comments and questions when […] The post Community Forum: Public safety with Anchorage Police Chief, Rob Heun appeared first on Alaska Public Media.