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Bill Witte @anisian.bsky.social · 12h
Folded Mountain in Muncho Lake Provincial Park, British Columbia. Visible from BC Highway 97. June 2024.
Folded Paleozoic carbonate sedimentary rocks under a blue sky with white clouds. Dark spruces in the foreground.
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Ryan CrawCour @ryan.crawcour.social · 01/10/2026
BREAKING NEWS: Tensions between Thor and the Care Bears have escalated rapidly overnight.
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Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
JD Vance in Fairbanks on Monday to lie On Dan S. Sullivan’s behalf. 🙄 events.gop.com/events/midte...
JD Vance Rally in Fairbanks on Monday the 5 thAt Omni Logistics Hangar 3 pm doors open
5 pm event begins
6:20 remarks begin
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 02/10/2026
"I'm supposed to be tough. What happens if I faint?"- here's fun footage of Curtis Sliwa & Mayor Mamdani getting their flu shots together, including Mamdani offering to hold Sliwa's hand 😆 (Sliwa takes him up on it!) (Flu season is approaching and NYers can find free flu shots at nyc.gov/healthmap)
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Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Fairbanks peeps: Discussion of Alaska Petroleum and Politics Moderated by @bikewritedave.bsky.social
5:30 Saturday at Solstice Books in Fairbanks there is a discussion moderated by David James between UAF’s Phillip Wight and author Lisa Weissler about Alaska Petroleum and Politics
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Mary Peltola @marypeltola.com · 02/10/2026
It’s like reverse Robin Hood.
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Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
I am so glad they are doing this www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...
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Renee Good's family sues U.S. government and immigration officials over her killing
Good was fatally shot Jan. 7 as protests against immigration raids flared across Minneapolis.
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Don Moore @capture907.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Sunset this evening in Anchorage with fresh snow on the flat mountain.
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ebisback.bsky.social @ebisback.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Good on you Sister's 👏
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Some WILD September rainfall totals across New Mexico! Most of this fell during just the second half of the month. Many areas saw record rainfall, with some picking up an entire monsoon season’s worth of rain! How much did you get? #NMwx
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Leon N1TX @n1tx.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
There’s something seriously wrong with the way the #cornell7 investigation was handled. If the NYT can obtain 1000 pages of damning evidence, the Tompkins County DA’s office and Cornell administration were derelict in their duties. We suspected that, but still…outrageous! youtu.be/xwA2mCsX_sM
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WOW! BOMBSHELL Documents REVEAL NEW Details Of Cornell ASSAULT INVESTIGATION
YouTube video by Katie Phang
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Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) @repstansbury.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
As the President attacks the Kennedy Center, the free press, & the Smithsonian, his intentions are clear: He wants to rewrite our history, & control how it’s told. That’s why I joined Rep. Jackson and Rep. Mfume to introduce our Smithsonian Integrity Act: To keep our museums & history in OUR hands.
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Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) @repstansbury.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
So honored to serve our communities every day—today here in Placitas! Pueblo Cultural Center bill just passed the Senate, bringing us one step closer to restoring historic lands in downtown Albuquerque & support the IPCC’s work to lift up Pueblo culture, and economic development. ❤️
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Miaganga @miaganga.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
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Rick Thoman @alaskawx.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Snow cover across the Arctic is increasing. As of Wednesday, more than a quarter of Arctic lands (excluding the Greenland Ice Sheet) had snow on the ground in U.S. National Ice Center analysis. By December, nearly all land north of 60ºN will have snow cover. #Arctic #Climate #Autumn2026
Map centered on the North Pole showing areas where snow or ice was present on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
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Bill Witte @anisian.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
As Dan Sullivan and Begich III realize that trump has lied to America they will support yet more tariffs to pressure Korea to contribute to the gas line. Tariffs are taxes that will increase American consumer costs. alaskabeacon.com/2026/10/01/k...
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Korean officials confirm no deal exists to invest in Alaska natural gas pipeline | Alaska Beacon
The nation’s industry minister implies that the Trump administration lied during a White House news conference this week.
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Leon N1TX @n1tx.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Good morning from amateur radio station KL2R in Two Rivers, Alaska. 29F/-1.7C. Our first accumulation of snow for the season occurred overnight. It’s still coming down.
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🌧️ BIG DROUGHT IMPROVEMENT across New Mexico! Exceptional Drought has been erased from the state after two weeks of heavy rain. Large areas also improved from Extreme to Severe Drought, with some spots now just Abnormally Dry. What a difference a week can make! #NMwx
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Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
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Korean officials confirm no deal exists to invest in Alaska natural gas pipeline | Alaska Beacon
The nation’s industry minister implies that the Trump administration lied during a White House news conference this week.
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Dave in AK @bikewritedave.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
This is a rare opportunity to hear two people with extensive knowledge of oil and gas issues in Alaska discuss the history and current status of how we got here. It’s an election year. Bring your questions. It’s free to attend.
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Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Hegseth’s initiative puts two guys with defense contracts in charge of deciding which weapons we “need”…🫠 www-cnbc-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.cnbc...
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Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich to help Pentagon with warfare initiative, Hegseth says
Pete Hegseth, in remarks about the state of the military, announced a project led by two GOP-supporting tech executives to examine military capabilities.
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ResJudicata22 @resjudicata22.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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The Conversation U.S. @us.theconversation.com · 01/10/2026
Thawing permafrost could cause up to $51 billion in damage to Alaska’s buildings and roads. Engineers are using drones and digital models to spot sinking ground (and potential damage!) before it happens.
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Arctic infrastructure was built on frozen ground – drones and digital twins can help spot the permafrost thaw coming
A regional permafrost map can’t tell a builder if a particular foundation or road will survive as temperatures rise. Engineers need to see beneath the surface to find the weaknesses.
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Anchorage Daily News @adn.com · 01/10/2026
A geothermal project on Mount Augustine in Cook Inlet has been selected for federal grant funding, as a company works to determine whether the volcano could become a source of long-term energy.
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Geothermal exploration on Alaska’s Mount Augustine to receive millions in federal funding
An Energy Department grant could provide up to $8 million for Anchorage-based geothermal energy company GeoAlaska.
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Chase Cain @chasecain.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
This El Niño keeps going *OFF THE CHARTS* hot 🌡️ That region of the Pacific just hit 5.8°F above average! 🔥 What will this mean for California this winter? WATCH ⏩ youtu.be/PLUUZ86pK6w?...
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Emily Schwing @emilyschwing.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
If you're living off Alaska's road system, I want to know how you're getting creative with money to cover cost of fuel, food, caring for family and children, travel & all your other general living expenses. Message me here or on Facebook, text me at 907-545-6228 or email me at emilyschwing@gmail.com
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Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) @repstansbury.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Ruidoso family & friends, please stay safe! Residents in the Upper Canyon area are being advised to prepare for possible evacuations due to landslide risk. Follow guidance from local emergency officials, & be ready to evacuate if instructed.  If you’re in need of shelter, head to Gateway Church.
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Ruidoso residents advised to prepare for evacuations due to landslide risk
The Village of Ruidoso advised people in the Upper Canyon area to get ready to evacuate due to the risk of landslides.
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
⚠️ Most of NM is highlighted by the WPC for a significant flash flooding threat. Heavy rain could lead to numerous areas of flash flooding, with life-threatening flooding possible. The threat continues into this evening as the remnants of Polo move in. #NMwx
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Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
alaskabeacon.com/2026/09/29/d...
A screenshot of the section of the article linked to above highlighting the catastrophic risks of the Donlin mine.
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States Newsroom @statesnewsroom.com · 29/09/2026
Every state has a story, and we're here to tell it. 
 Your support fuels our mission to bring you the latest news and analysis from all 50 states. Chip in today! statesnewsroom.com/donate//?utm...
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SUPPORT NEWS YOU TRUST States Newsroom is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news operation that depends on support from people like you to produce high-quality journalism without paywalls, popups or ads. Please…
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newmexicanextexan.bsky.social @newmexicanextexan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/live/2026/09...
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Jack Smith, Former Special Counsel, to Appear Before Congress: Live Updates (Gift Article)
The former special counsel is appearing before Republicans who have pressed for him to be criminally prosecuted. His appearance is the latest public clash over the use of prosecutorial power in Americ...
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Bill Witte @anisian.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Dan Sullivan and the other bootlicking US senators thought dinking around with college sports is more important than resolving the AUMF for trumps’s war or releasing the remaining Epstein files. www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/u...
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Senate Resoundingly Approves Sweeping College Sports Measure (Gift Article)
The outlook for the legislation, which seeks to stabilize the unsettled collegiate sports landscape, is uncertain in the House. It was one of the last congressional actions before the midterms.
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Bill Witte @anisian.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Seems odd. Is this new?
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
⚠️ FLOOD WATCH: All of New Mexico is under a Flood Watch Monday through early Wednesday. A record/near-record surge of moisture could bring 1-3"+ of rain. With already soaked ground, life-threatening flash flooding is possible. Heaviest rain: Monday night-Tuesday. #NMwx
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Colleen Mondor @chasingray.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
I need someone to explain to me why the NY Times has decided to go after Mary Peltola so hard. She’s lived in Bethel & Juneau & ANC??? She’s been married more than once???? Also, I am not impressed by parachuting journalists. I mean, Bethel is “up country”?
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Matt Phelps @themattphelps.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Denali from Murphy Dome yesterday evening. I love this angle of her.
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
⚠️ New Mexico: Heavy rain returns Monday and Tuesday. @NWSWPC has a Moderate Risk for excessive rainfall across large parts of the state both days. Polo’s remnants will cause even more heavy rain Tuesday. With saturated ground, flash flooding could develop quickly. #NMwx
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Rick Thoman @alaskawx.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Tanacross #Dene #Language #Alaska Working wood: tsets niɬdzedekt’ox "I'm splitting wood" tsets dįhjaayh "you split wood for kindling" tsets tinttheeɬ "you’ll chop the wood" tsets ihtl’ęyh "I’m sawing wood" Wunenh Ch’et’ą̌ą’ Dit-tsiig tah tsets niɬdzedekt’úux "I usually split wood in September"
Clip art drawing of splitting wood with an axe
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Kerry Jones @peakwx.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
This next round of widespread heavy rain will be associated with a respectable low-pressure system aloft. Temps at 10kft could drop into the mid 30s early Wednesday. Not going to be surprised if more of northern New Mexico’s highest elevations see a few inches of snow for the first time. #nmwx
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Heather Aruffo @haharuffo.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Had a good day door knocking for some great candidates
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Bill Witte @anisian.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Although NM started this year in drought, Hurricane Polo is forecast to arrive in NM after 2 weeks of monsoon rain and local flash floods. #ExtremeWeather
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Kat Kerlin @katkerlin.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Orange, rusty rivers caused by melting permafrost is a new reality of climate change. A @ucdavis.bsky.social study shows affected rivers in AK are more metallic than acid mine drainage. www.ucdavis.edu/climate/news...
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Alaska’s Orange Rivers More Metallic Than Acid Mine Drainage
Alaska's orange, rusted rivers from melting permafrost are even more acidic than water leached from metal mines — an increasingly common mark of climate change, finds a UC Davis study.
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UAF GINA @alaskagina.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The nights are getting longer in AK, lucky for us satellites can see in the dark! The VIIRS DayNight band, pictured here as an RGB, is very sensitive to light, perfect for picking up the aurora (in yellow), storm clouds, like the ones over the Bering Sea (in blue), and bright city lights at night.
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Bradley P. Moss @bradmossesq.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Possibly the best example of American democracy and governance in the era of Trump.
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LindaFly @lindafly.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Turnagain Arm
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
❄️ It’s hard to tell for sure, but it looks like snow is falling at Red River Ski Area tonight!! 👀 #NMwx
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Here are some of the highest 48 hour rainfall totals from across New Mexico, courtesy of the NWS Albuquerque! Over 6" of rain fell near Mora, with numerous locations measuring over 2" of rain! #NMwx
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Grant Tosterud @granttosterud.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The Rio Grande is full from bank to bank in Albuquerque! All the recent rain has revived the river after it ran dry through the city for most of the summer. What an incredible turnaround in just over a week! #NMwx
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Bill Witte @anisian.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
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Carrie Nash @carrieinfbx.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Gift version 🎁 This is important to read. An Underground Railroad in 2026 www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
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The Northern Passage
ICE is targeting Haitians with new intensity. Now some are fleeing the United States for Canada.
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