Vivian Faith Prescott
@alaskapoet.bsky.social
Writer & artist living at Mickey’s Fishcamp in Southeast Alaska.
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"Two Old Women" is an adaptation of Velma Wallis' novel of the same name. Wallis's 1993 book is based on an Athabascan legend and takes place before colonization.
The first screen adaptation of 'Two Old Women' is told entirely in Gwich'in
The film will also be shown at the Anchorage International Film Festival on Dec. 13 at 3 p.m.
akpub.io
November 22, 2025 at 2:10 AM
"Two Old Women" is an adaptation of Velma Wallis' novel of the same name. Wallis's 1993 book is based on an Athabascan legend and takes place before colonization.
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The latest emails from Jeffrey Epstein's estate show communications with a vast web of influential figures in politics, academia, business and more, even after he registered as a sex offender.
The latest Epstein emails reveal the powerful people who sought his counsel
The latest emails from Jeffrey Epstein's estate show communications with a vast web of influential figures in politics, academia, business and more, even after he registered as a sex offender.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:04 AM
The latest emails from Jeffrey Epstein's estate show communications with a vast web of influential figures in politics, academia, business and more, even after he registered as a sex offender.
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The Big BS Bill thanks to Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Nick Begich 3 hurts nursing education, the University of Alaska, and the nursing and professional health shortage in Alaska. Another idiotic screwed up consequence of Republicans being in the majority. The list of harms keeps growing.
Alaskan nurses impacted by ‘non-professional’ designation 👉 https://tinyurl.com/4nd5dumz
November 22, 2025 at 11:19 PM
The Big BS Bill thanks to Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Nick Begich 3 hurts nursing education, the University of Alaska, and the nursing and professional health shortage in Alaska. Another idiotic screwed up consequence of Republicans being in the majority. The list of harms keeps growing.
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Trump owes his corrupt and abusive reign to one man.
This is all John Roberts’ fault
Trump owes his corrupt and abusive reign to one man.
www.motherjones.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Trump owes his corrupt and abusive reign to one man.
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sitka homeless coalition will have a ribbon cutting for our community’s first tiny homes—hitx’i saani—on december 13th 🙌🏼
newly hired services coordinator carla contreras is pictured here in one of the units
so exciting!!
if anyone is interested in volunteering or donating: sheltersitka.org
newly hired services coordinator carla contreras is pictured here in one of the units
so exciting!!
if anyone is interested in volunteering or donating: sheltersitka.org
November 22, 2025 at 3:11 AM
sitka homeless coalition will have a ribbon cutting for our community’s first tiny homes—hitx’i saani—on december 13th 🙌🏼
newly hired services coordinator carla contreras is pictured here in one of the units
so exciting!!
if anyone is interested in volunteering or donating: sheltersitka.org
newly hired services coordinator carla contreras is pictured here in one of the units
so exciting!!
if anyone is interested in volunteering or donating: sheltersitka.org
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I'm going to post this video every day so we never forget what the 34x convicted felon & adjudicated rapist Trump did.
November 22, 2025 at 11:01 PM
I'm going to post this video every day so we never forget what the 34x convicted felon & adjudicated rapist Trump did.
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In the course of a couple days in Fairbanks, stunning light pillars were visible, followed by a rare red aurora, says Alaska science writer Ned Rozell. www.adn.com/alaska-news/...
As the dark season settles in, a unique parade of light appeared in Interior Alaska
In the course of a couple days in Fairbanks, stunning light pillars were visible, followed by a rare red aurora.
www.adn.com
November 22, 2025 at 7:37 PM
In the course of a couple days in Fairbanks, stunning light pillars were visible, followed by a rare red aurora, says Alaska science writer Ned Rozell. www.adn.com/alaska-news/...
What’s that!? Blue sky! This is the view from my cozy writing space.
#AlaskaSky #BlueSkyPoets #Alaskan #poetry
#AlaskaSky #BlueSkyPoets #Alaskan #poetry
November 22, 2025 at 6:51 PM
What’s that!? Blue sky! This is the view from my cozy writing space.
#AlaskaSky #BlueSkyPoets #Alaskan #poetry
#AlaskaSky #BlueSkyPoets #Alaskan #poetry
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The Trump administration has released a plan for offshore oil and gas leasing that would open up almost all Alaska marine waters to development, along with the entire Pacific coast and the Gulf of Mexico. (via @alaskabeacon.com) www.adn.com/business-eco...
Trump administration proposes offshore leasing in almost all Alaska waters
A new five-year offshore oil and gas leasing plan proposes 21 sales in Alaska, from the Gulf of Alaska to the High Arctic, and 13 more off the U.S. West Coast and in the Gulf of Mexico.
www.adn.com
November 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
The Trump administration has released a plan for offshore oil and gas leasing that would open up almost all Alaska marine waters to development, along with the entire Pacific coast and the Gulf of Mexico. (via @alaskabeacon.com) www.adn.com/business-eco...
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Grand Dame Queenie, 2013
by US painter Amy Sherald #womensart
by US painter Amy Sherald #womensart
November 22, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Grand Dame Queenie, 2013
by US painter Amy Sherald #womensart
by US painter Amy Sherald #womensart
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A magnitude 4.9 earthquake centered on the western side of Cook Inlet shook Southcentral Alaska communities early Saturday. www.adn.com/alaska-news/...
4.9 earthquake shakes Southcentral Alaska
The 6:38 a.m. quake was centered about 9 miles north of Tyonek, according to the Alaska Earthquake Center.
www.adn.com
November 22, 2025 at 4:26 PM
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake centered on the western side of Cook Inlet shook Southcentral Alaska communities early Saturday. www.adn.com/alaska-news/...
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On this 21st day of #AlaskaNativeHeritageMonth we’re highlighting “The Winter Walk” by #Inupiat author Loretta Outwater Cox.
#nativeamericanheritagemonth #alaskanative #indigenous #books #booksky #writer #inupiaq #inuit #nativebooks #indigenousauthor #alaska
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#nativeamericanheritagemonth #alaskanative #indigenous #books #booksky #writer #inupiaq #inuit #nativebooks #indigenousauthor #alaska
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Thirty Days of Alaska Native Books: Day 21
On this twenty first day of Alaska Native Heritage Month we’re highlighting “The Winter Walk” by Inupiat author Loretta Outwater Cox. It’s a tough, true story passed to the author from her ancestor…
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November 22, 2025 at 12:27 AM
On this 21st day of #AlaskaNativeHeritageMonth we’re highlighting “The Winter Walk” by #Inupiat author Loretta Outwater Cox.
#nativeamericanheritagemonth #alaskanative #indigenous #books #booksky #writer #inupiaq #inuit #nativebooks #indigenousauthor #alaska
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#nativeamericanheritagemonth #alaskanative #indigenous #books #booksky #writer #inupiaq #inuit #nativebooks #indigenousauthor #alaska
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Waning immunity and falling vaccination rates fuel pertussis outbreaks, writes @celinegounder.com for @kffhealthnews.org alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/21/w...
Waning immunity and falling vaccination rates fuel pertussis outbreaks | Alaska Beacon
The outbreaks are fueled by falling vaccination rates, fading immunity, and delays in public health tracking systems.
alaskabeacon.com
November 22, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Waning immunity and falling vaccination rates fuel pertussis outbreaks, writes @celinegounder.com for @kffhealthnews.org alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/21/w...
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And an IHS Director still has not been confirmed, as it is not a priority of the HHS Secretary. That weirdo's record demonstrates his inability to carry out even the most basic responsibilities of his agency's mission.
I can't imagine the current interim (himself Diné) has any political power.
I can't imagine the current interim (himself Diné) has any political power.
NEW: Officials at the Indian Health Service have deemed terms like “immunizations” and “vaccines” risky “buzzwords” that require approval to be used in social media posts, pamphlets and presentations for patients.
The Indian Health Service Is Flagging Vaccine-Related Speech. Doctors Say They’re Being Censored.
Officials have deemed terms like “immunizations” and “vaccines” risky “buzzwords” that require approval to be used in social media posts, pamphlets and presentations.
www.propublica.org
November 21, 2025 at 10:51 PM
And an IHS Director still has not been confirmed, as it is not a priority of the HHS Secretary. That weirdo's record demonstrates his inability to carry out even the most basic responsibilities of his agency's mission.
I can't imagine the current interim (himself Diné) has any political power.
I can't imagine the current interim (himself Diné) has any political power.
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Officials with the National Guard told Alaska lawmakers about the decision just days before a federal judge temporarily ordered an end to deployments in the nation’s capital. Via @alaskabeacon.com
Gov. Dunleavy approves deployment of Alaska National Guard to Washington D.C. in 2026
Officials with the National Guard told state legislators about the decision just days before a federal judge temporarily ordered an end to deployments in the nation’s capital.
www.adn.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Officials with the National Guard told Alaska lawmakers about the decision just days before a federal judge temporarily ordered an end to deployments in the nation’s capital. Via @alaskabeacon.com
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After Charlie Kirk’s death, Donald Trump condemned “political violence.” So what—exactly—is calling for the murder of members of Congress who don’t share his politics?
November 21, 2025 at 7:28 PM
After Charlie Kirk’s death, Donald Trump condemned “political violence.” So what—exactly—is calling for the murder of members of Congress who don’t share his politics?
I’ll bet this woman eats well. She has no problem kicking children & elders & our most vulnerable citizens off SNAP.
The Trump administration wants everyone to reapply for food stamps. What does that mean? | Alaska Beacon
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins’ call for a close reexamination of the 42 million people who receive federal food aid has befuddled advocates and lawmakers.
alaskabeacon.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:28 PM
I’ll bet this woman eats well. She has no problem kicking children & elders & our most vulnerable citizens off SNAP.
Ok world… give me some good news! Zap! ⚡️ Here it comes—I’m happy to announce I received Honorable Mention for the Alaska Wilderness League’s Adam Kolton Storytelling Award! 🌊 I’m an official Alaskan storyteller!
#AlaskaBlueSky #AlaskaSky #Alaska #AlaskaWildernessLeague #Wrangell
#AlaskaBlueSky #AlaskaSky #Alaska #AlaskaWildernessLeague #Wrangell
November 21, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Ok world… give me some good news! Zap! ⚡️ Here it comes—I’m happy to announce I received Honorable Mention for the Alaska Wilderness League’s Adam Kolton Storytelling Award! 🌊 I’m an official Alaskan storyteller!
#AlaskaBlueSky #AlaskaSky #Alaska #AlaskaWildernessLeague #Wrangell
#AlaskaBlueSky #AlaskaSky #Alaska #AlaskaWildernessLeague #Wrangell
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The proposed fine by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is its first for Alyeska Pipeline in at least a decade, records show.
Alyeska Pipeline faces $244,000 penalty for violations related to small oil leak
An ice-jammed valve caused a small leak in an oil- heating system.
www.adn.com
November 20, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The proposed fine by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is its first for Alyeska Pipeline in at least a decade, records show.
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Gov. Dunleavy approves deployment of Alaska National Guard to Washington D.C. in 2026, write @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/20/g...
Gov. Dunleavy approves deployment of Alaska National Guard to Washington D.C. in 2026 | Alaska Beacon
Officials with the Alaska National Guard said they are preparing and training a response force of 100 service members to deploy to Washington D.C. and support civil authorities, as directed by the Pen...
alaskabeacon.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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The Department of Education’s major overhaul faces fierce backlash, writes Nadra Nittle for @19thnews.org alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/20/s...
The Department of Education’s major overhaul faces fierce backlash | Alaska Beacon
This story was originally reported by Nadra Nittle of The 19th. Meet Nadra and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. As The 19th makes plans for 2026, we want to hear from you! ...
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November 20, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The Department of Education’s major overhaul faces fierce backlash, writes Nadra Nittle for @19thnews.org alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/20/s...
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On this 20th day of #AlaskaNativeHeritageMonth we’re highlighting #Inupiat #Tlingit #Nisga’a #writer Lily H. Tuzroyluke’s #novel “Sivuliiq.” A fictional #book with historical foundation.
#nativeamericanheritagemonth #books #booksky #indigenous #firstnations #book
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#nativeamericanheritagemonth #books #booksky #indigenous #firstnations #book
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Thirty Days of Alaska Native Books: Day 20
On this twentieth day of Alaska Native Heritage Month we’re highlighting Inupiat/Tlingit/Nisga’a writer Lily H. Tuzroyluke’s “Sivuliiq,” a fictional work with strong historical foundation. Inupiat/…
verastarbard.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:33 PM
On this 20th day of #AlaskaNativeHeritageMonth we’re highlighting #Inupiat #Tlingit #Nisga’a #writer Lily H. Tuzroyluke’s #novel “Sivuliiq.” A fictional #book with historical foundation.
#nativeamericanheritagemonth #books #booksky #indigenous #firstnations #book
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#nativeamericanheritagemonth #books #booksky #indigenous #firstnations #book
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