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Lori Townsend

News Director

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Alaska Public Media, KYUK Public Media

Preston's Summary

Lori Townsend is the News Director at Alaska Public Media and the Alaska Public Radio Network. She covers a range of topics including climate change, agriculture, health, and public policy, with a focus on the intersections of these areas. Lori's work has been featured in Alaska Public Media, Anchorage Daily News, KSTK, and KYUK Public Media.

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Geo Focus

Anchorage, United States (Local)

Coverage Attributes:

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Informative: 48 %
Events: 19 %
Interviews Q&as: 9 %
Opinion: 8 %
Government Announcement: 3 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Elections
  • Government
  • Politics
  • Public Policy
  • Cyber attacks
  • Data Breaches
  • Data Leaks
  • Phishing
  • Consumer Health
  • Mental Health
  • Climate Policy
  • ClimateTech

Pitching Insights

Lori Townsend's reporting focuses primarily on local Alaskan issues, including politics, culture & society, and house & home topics. She often covers events and government announcements related to Alaska.

For reaching out to Lori Townsend, consider providing insights or expert commentary related to local Alaskan events, government policies affecting the state, or cultural and societal trends specific to Alaska. Additionally, topics such as mental health resources for veterans and economic factors impacting Alaska could be of interest based on her coverage.

Since Lori has a clear geographic focus on local concerns in Alaska with occasional mentions of broader US issues if they impact the region directly. Any pitches should reflect an understanding of this localized perspective.

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Articles

Alaska Public Media

The future of Arctic security | Talk of Alaska

By: Lori Townsend

Light from the setting sun on March 21, 2008, is reflected on the surface of an ice road in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. Across the Arctic, ice road seasons are getting shorter and the areas suitable for traveling on ice roads are getting smaller, according to a new study that quantifies the changes. (Photo by Wayne Svejnoha/U.S. Bureau of Land Management)

Alaska Public Media

UAF’s science and environmental journalism program | Talk of Alaska

By: Lori Townsend

Scientific research helps us better understand our world. But scientists may be brilliant at doing the work but not always great at communicating why it matters. The University of Alaska Fairbanks science and environmental journalism program aims to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and helping the public understand it. UAF journalism department leaders join this Talk of Alaska.

Alaska Public Media

The big uptick in cybercrime | Talk of Alaska

By: Lori Townsend, Emily Mesner

Host Lori Townsend speaks with guests while on a short break during the live recording of Talk of Alaska on cybersecurity on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Her guests included AARP's Katie Severin, Ian Englebeck from the Department of Law and Andy Smith with the FBI.

Alaska Public Media

Living with wildlife | Talk of Alaska

Living with wildlife | Talk of Alaska

By: Lori Townsend, Jenny Neyman

Alaska is known for its abundant wildlife. Even in our state’s urban centers, it’s easy to spot moose moseying through intersections and even bears traipsing along city streams. These sightings can be fun but they can also be dangerous for humans and pets. What’s the best way to enjoy living so close to Alaska’s wild animals and avoid negative encounters? Experts join us to give tips on how to stay safe on the next Talk of Alaska.

Alaska Public Media

Whale die-offs and ocean health

Whale die-offs and ocean health

By: Lori Townsend

For centuries, the Bering and Chukchi seas have been some of the most productive basins in the world for feeding migrating whales and other marine species. But changes in sea ice cover and food availability are affecting the ocean ecosystem.

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