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5/May/2025

Dr. Michele Yatchmeneff

National Day of Awareness for Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S)

Walking for Justice: UAA Community Honors MMIP on Red Dress Day with Healing, Storytelling, and Solidarity

In recognition of Red Dress Day and the ongoing MMIP crisis, we spoke with organizers from the University of Alaska Anchorage’s Walk for MMIP to learn more about the event, its purpose, and the deeper meaning behind it. In the following Q&A, they share reflections on community healing, the importance of visibility, and how both … Read More Walking for Justice: UAA Community Honors MMIP on Red Dress Day with Healing, Storytelling, and Solidarity

2/May/2025

DJ Shub

Heritage

DJ Shub Honors Ancestral Roots on Electrifying New Album Heritage, Part One

Acclaimed Mohawk producer and DJ trailblazer DJ Shub has dropped his long-awaited new album, Heritage, Part One—a powerful celebration of Indigenous resilience, cultural fusion, and sonic innovation. Out now on all major platforms, the release kicks off a bold new chapter in DJ Shub’s evolution as both a solo artist and a cultural force in Turtle … Read More DJ Shub Honors Ancestral Roots on Electrifying New Album Heritage, Part One

30/Apr/2025

Caroline Wiseman

NYO 2025: Event MC

Caroline Wiseman on Championing Culture and Community Through NYO and Mukluks on the Ground

From cheering on friends in middle school to becoming a beloved emcee at the Native Youth Olympics, Caroline Wiseman’s journey reflects a deep and growing commitment to cultural connection and community empowerment. What began as a volunteer opportunity at the Traditional Games in 2022 quickly turned into a passion for uplifting Indigenous youth and honoring … Read More Caroline Wiseman on Championing Culture and Community Through NYO and Mukluks on the Ground

24/Apr/2025

Results: NYO 2025

NYO 2025

Tune in to the RIVR this week as we bring you the energy from the 2025 Native Youth Olympics! The RIVR will have special news coverage Thursday through Saturday that includes daily recaps and social media commentary. Join us for Alaska’s Native Voice and hear from athletes, coaches and more voices from the NYO games. … Read More NYO 2025

22/Apr/2025

Quinn Christopherson

Hot Dog On a Stick

Quinn Christopherson Honors Earth Day with New Single “Nature”

Anchorage-born singer-songwriter Quinn Christopherson has released a poignant new track titled Nature in celebration of Earth Day, offering a heartfelt reflection on the interconnectedness of identity, environment, and healing. Nature invites listeners to slow down, listen, and remember our place in the rhythms of the Earth.

22/Apr/2025

UAA’s Native Student Services

Mars Kashevarof

UAA’s Native Student Services Faces Dismantling: Students Warn Loss Will Sever Critical Lifeline for Indigenous Support

Indigenous students at the University of Alaska Anchorage are rallying to save Native Student Services (NSS), a long-standing hub for cultural, academic, and emotional support, amid mounting concerns that university leadership is quietly dismantling the program. Despite official claims of a mere reorganization, students allege NSS has been systemically defunded, stripped of staff, and undermined … Read More UAA’s Native Student Services Faces Dismantling: Students Warn Loss Will Sever Critical Lifeline for Indigenous Support

18/Apr/2025

Riit

Ikiaqqik (Levitating)

Riit Reimagines Pop in “Ikiaqqik (Levitating)” for North of North

Nunavut’s own Riit breathes new life into a global pop hit with her latest release, “Ikiaqqik (Levitating),” recorded for the original Netflix series North of North. Known for weaving Inuit throat singing and electronic textures into ethereal soundscapes, Riit transforms the Dua Lipa classic into something wholly her own—rooted in tradition, but reaching for the stars. … Read More Riit Reimagines Pop in “Ikiaqqik (Levitating)” for North of North

4/Apr/2025

Reverie & Stella Standingbear

Hate The Game Not The Player

Reverie and Stella Standingbear Drop New Track “Hate The Game Not The Player”

Reverie and Stella Standingbear have teamed up to release a bold and unflinching new single, Hate The Game Not The Player—a fiery anthem that takes aim at systemic injustice while embracing self-worth, resilience, and realness. With its haunting production, potent storytelling, and unwavering honesty, the track marks a defining moment for both Reverie and Stella … Read More Reverie and Stella Standingbear Drop New Track “Hate The Game Not The Player”

31/Mar/2025

Nataanii Means

End Up Dead

Nataanii Means Releases Hard-Hitting New Single “End Up Dead”

Nataanii Means, the politically charged hip-hop artist and member of the Navajo Nation, has released a new track that packs an emotional punch. Titled “End Up Dead,” the song dives deep into issues of survival, systemic oppression, and the struggles faced by Indigenous communities, all while blending raw, powerful lyrics with an intense beat. “End … Read More Nataanii Means Releases Hard-Hitting New Single “End Up Dead”

24/Mar/2025

Ashley Young

Down by Your Side

Ashley Young Releases New Single “Down by Your Side”

Ashley Young is back with her latest heartfelt single, Down by Your Side. Known for her soulful vocals and evocative storytelling, Young delivers a track that blends folk, indie, and Americana influences, capturing the essence of unwavering devotion and companionship. With a warm acoustic melody and introspective lyrics, Down by Your Side showcases Young’s signature ability to create … Read More Ashley Young Releases New Single “Down by Your Side”