Adrian Peterson
Multimedia Journalist
Fairbanks, Alaska
Adrian is a journalist at Alaska's News Source in Fairbanks and worked as a news reporter for KTVF Channel 11 and KXDF Channel 13.
A new food truck park in Fairbanks seeks to establish a consistent and centralized location for year-round food truck operations.
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is building a planetarium that institution leaders anticipate will increase tourism, support research, and enhance education at the school.
While birch pollen is the most common cause of spring allergies in Alaska, according to Dr. Anthony Bonitatibus, there are plenty of medicinal remedies to combat allergic reactions.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski hosted a luncheon in Fairbanks to speak with constituents about the work being done in Washington D.C. and hear about their needs and concerns.
As Lavelle's Bistro will soon close, other changes to Fairbanks restaurants could produce a small rise in unemployment, but a strong economy in Fairbanks suggests the impacts will be minimal.
The 42nd annual Hospice Plant Sale in Fairbanks seeks to bring the community together to help raise funds to support those in hospice care.
For nearly a quarter of a century, Lavelle's Bistro has been a staple of downtown Fairbanks, but the end of an era will come with June as the restaurant closes.
Fort Wainwright will conduct the Black Start exercise next week, testing their ability to restore power in the event of large installation outages or a blackout.
UAF has named former assistant coach Randi Loudin as the new head coach of the Nanook rifle program.
The University of Alaska Board of Regents hears from the public ahead of their full board meeting this week in Fairbanks.
Alaska breweries are working to loosen restrictions and ease the process of hosting live events with the Tap Into Change movement.
Pete Daley, a welding teacher in Fairbanks, has been named as the Alaska Teacher of the Year by the State of Alaska and the Alaska Dept. of Education and Early Development.
Several organizations in Fairbanks teamed up to provide snacks and prizes to those biking to work on Bike to Work Day.
Canadian National Ellis Kingsep, 77, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for committing fraud over the course of three decades.
Across the interior, fire crews from different agencies conducted prescribed burns, building skill sets and mitigating future fires.
Fairbanks comes together to uphold the image of Alaska and keep the community clean.
The 2025 Alaska Trauma Conference began on Friday as 150 medical professionals from across the state gathered to learn and share their skills and expertise.
While some Alaskans have limited access to therapists, even one physical therapy session can start the process of healing.
Fort Wainwright recognized 84 volunteers for their dedication to the community and others.
Two bills in the state legislature could expand the Tanana Valley State Forest by nearly 600,000 acres.
UAF celebrated one of the largest graduating classes in nearly a decade Saturday during the 2025 commencement.
The borough's new compressed natural gas buses are finally taking to the road as summer rolls in.
Tanana Chiefs Conference honors legendary dog musher George Attla Jr. with free film screenings on George Attla Jr. Day.
Fairbanks Mayor David Pruhs apologized Monday, saying he “meant no disrespect” to organizations and residents, including the Tanana Chiefs Conference, who have accused him of making discriminatory social media comments Friday.
Facing a staff shortage of 10 officers, new hires are helping to alleviate gaps in coverage for the Fairbanks Police Department.
Construction season in the interior has begun with the Richardson High Mile Post 351 Interchange, which seeks to reduce incident rates with an overpass.
A renovated communication platform for the Fairbanks Police Department aims to address issues with aging software and increase resources for citizens.
West Valley High School recognizes military connected students with an assembly and spirit day.
Addressing two needs at once, a wilderness first aid class at the University of Alaska Fairbanks taught students how to identify when an injury in the wilderness requires medevac and how to manage those injuries when resources are scarce.
With sap flowing through the birch trees of interior Alaska once again, researchers at OneTree Alaska are comparing sap from 300 birch trees in Fairbanks as part of a forest research grant.
Fairbanks residents show in mass for first annual ScaleFest.
As Waste Reduction Week showcases recycling operation and organizations around the borough, the need for a new Central Recycling Facility is also highlighted.
Residents donated hundreds of aluminum cans at Lat 65 Brewing in exchange for free beer and a chance to learn more ways to recycle.
Over 550 people attended the event to show their gratitude for the military community in the interior and to celebrate those who were honored.
Record-low winter sea ice in the Arctic this year adds to a continued trend of decreasing seasonal sea ice and an increase in threats faced by communities along Alaska’s northern and western shores.
The Alaska Court of Appeals has reversed the convictions of three men found guilty of rioting at the Fairbanks Correction Center in 2017.
The Fort Wainwright Army Substance Abuse Program is taking part in Alcohol Awareness Month, highlighting the risk factors of alcohol and safe habits when drinking.
Six Fairbanks businesses united together, organizers say, to show appreciation to 1,700 Fairbanks North Star Borough School District employees by donating more than $500,000 in gift cards.
The DOT is seeking feedback on a project design that will add traffic lights, medians and new lanes to the intersection of the Parks Highway and Sheep Creek Road.
With the chance of Mt. Spurr erupting, a potential for air cargo to be disrupted threatens the supply chain of goods going to Fairbanks and other communities in Alaska.
The FNSB is making the first major changes to the community wildfire protection plan since 2017.
Autism Awareness Day is April 2, a time to show support for those with autism spectrum disorder.
The Heritage and Cultural Tourism Conference comes to Fairbanks seeking to expand networks between business and tribes while keeping heritage and culture alive.
Airmen at JBER conducted a bomb-building exercise, allowing them to strengthen skills they don't often use.
As sunlight increases with spring, there are benefits to mental health, but some folks struggle the most at this time of year too.
The National Science Foundation has extended their operational agreement for the research vessel Sikuliaq with the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough is working with Alaska's congressional delegation to create a smooth transition from federal to municipal employment as federal workers are laid-off.
UA President Pat Pitney said this week more changes now include closing Fairbanks' diversity center and cutting Anchorage’s chief diversity officer.
As Alaska sees a spike in flu cases, state health experts say "it's never too late to get vaccinated" to prevent severe illness. (00:21:22 HR FLU MP3)
Fairbanks organizations feel relief as lease for the National Park Service in Fairbanks have been reinstated.
