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KBRW · Community Announcements · Revised 10/12/26 · October 12, 2026

Community Announcements

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In this issue · 13 announcements

  1. Debate for the State
  2. Barrow beach closure
  3. Assembly Canvass Board
  4. Assembly regular meeting
  5. City Canvass Board
  6. Board of Education work session and regular meeting
  7. ASNA and SSMH Alaska Day closure
  8. Free flu shots
  9. Eben Hopson scholarship committee
  10. RAY Program
  11. Planning Commission public hearing
  12. ASNA West Campus main entrance
  13. Inupiat History, Language and Culture Commission meeting

1. Debate for the State

KBRW will have live coverage of the “Debate for the State” with candidates for US House on October 14th at 7pm and Candidates for US Senate on Oct 15th at 7pm.

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2. Barrow beach closure

Work on the Barrow Coastal Erosion project continues, and Brice Incorporated reminds you that the area along the beach between Osaka’s restaurant and the Fur Shop remains closed to public access due to heavy equipment and haul trucks working in the area. Walking or playing on the revetment is prohibited because of loose rocks that can shift unexpectedly. Authorities are asking for the public’s cooperation and for parents to remind their children to stay away for safety sake. Work will continue through the winter months with a short break over the Christmas holidays. By mid October, nearly 130,000 tons of rock will have landed in Barrow. For questions or concerns, call 907-388-2020 or 907-371-9697…

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3. Assembly Canvass Board

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The Canvass Board of the North Slope Borough Assembly will meet on Tuesday, October 13th at 9am at the North Slope Borough Assembly chambers to certify the results of the October 6th General Election.

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4. Assembly regular meeting

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The North Slope Borough Assembly will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on Tuesday, October 13th at 1:30pm in the North Slope Borough Assembly chambers 1274 Agvik street. This meeting will be heard live on KBRW.

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5. City Canvass Board

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The Canvass Board of the Utqiagvik City Council will mee on Tuesday, October 13th at 5:30pm in the City Council Chambers to certify the results of the October 6th Municipal Election.

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6. Board of Education work session and regular meeting

The North Slope Borough School District Board of Education will hold a work session and regular meeting on Friday, October 16th, with the work session beginning at 9am and the regular meeting at 1:00pm at the Archie Brower Conference Room in the Central Office. KBRW will air the regular meeting.

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7. ASNA and SSMH Alaska Day closure

ASNA and Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital offices will be closed on observance of Alaska Day on October 19th. Emergency Services and essential medical services will remain available. Use the emergency room entrance for access.

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8. Free flu shots

Free flu shots are now available at the Wellness Center, including the high dose vaccine for Elders age 65 and older. Make an appointment by calling 907-852-0270. Routine immunizations for children and adults are also available.

Flu shot details
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9. Eben Hopson scholarship committee

The City of Utqiagvik is accepting letters of interest to serve on the Eben Hopson Senior Memorial Scholarship Committee. One alternate seat is open. Submit your letter of interest or pick up a fillable form at the Clerk’s office in City Hall, located at 2022 Ahkovak Street. For more information, call 907-852-5211.

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10. RAY Program

The Resilient Alaska Youth Program is seeking community partners and Youth Activity Coordinators across Alaska. This program provides safe after school and summer activities for youth ages 5 – 18. For more information, call 907-764-4983.

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11. Planning Commission public hearing

The North Slope Borough Planning Commission will be conducting a public hearing on October 29th at 9:30am at its regular meeting in the North Slope Borough Assembly room at 1250 Agvik street. This will be regarding platting and subdivision fee changes. Any person wishing to comment or present testimony may do so in person or by send written comments to Chastity Olemaun, Platting Administrator, North Slope Borough Department of Planning and Community Services, PO Box 69, Utqiagvik Alaska 99723. For more information, call 907-852-0320.

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12. ASNA West Campus main entrance

Visiting the ASNA West Campus, also known as the Old Hospital, located at 1296 Agvik Street? Please follow the posted signs and enter through the new Main Entrance. All visitors should use this entrance to access services within the building, including Medical Travel and Funeral Assistance, Social Services and ICWA, and the Family Serene Gathering Space and Morgue. If you have any questions, call ASNA Administration at 907-852-2762. Quyanaqpak.

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13. Inupiat History, Language and Culture Commission meeting

The North Slope Borough Inupiat History, Language and Culture Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 23rd at 9:30am in the North Slope Borough Anchorage office conference room, located at 2550 Denali Street, Suite 1200. The public is invited to attend.

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