Category: Alaska

May 27, 2025
Alaska
Pentagon Unveils $500 Million Training Center in Alaska to Strengthen Defense Capabilities
The Pentagon is set to commence work this summer on a significant training facility at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage,…

May 27, 2025
Alaska
New Bill Aims to Protect Bristol Bay Watershed from Metallic Mining
In a significant move just before adjourning the Alaska House of Representatives, Speaker Bryce Edgmon, I-Dillingham, introduced a bill aimed…

May 27, 2025
Alaska
The Legacy of Jack Henry: Anchorages’ Baseball Hero and War Casualty
In the early 20th century, Jack Henry epitomized the spirit of adventure among itinerant prospectors chasing fortunes across Alaska. A…

May 27, 2025
Alaska
Exciting Festivals and Events Unfold This Summer in Alaska
Alaska is embracing summer with a vibrant array of festivals and events that celebrate the state’s natural beauty, music, arts,…

May 24, 2025
Alaska
Alaska Residents Benefit from Last-Minute Tourism Deals Amid Economic Uncertainty
This summer was initially expected to be a lucrative season for Alaska’s tourism industry, with high rates and scarce availability…

May 24, 2025
Alaska
American Robins Return to Northern Alaska, Signaling Spring’s Arrival
The resilient American robin has made its much-anticipated return to northern Alaska, marking a significant moment in the seasonal rhythm…

May 24, 2025
Alaska
Conservation Groups Sue to Overturn Mining Permit Affecting Endangered Whales
A coalition of conservation groups and a tribal government is taking legal action against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers…

May 24, 2025
Alaska
Carnival Cruise Line Welcomes Summer Season with Ambitious Plans for Two Million Guests
Carnival Cruise Line is gearing up for an exciting and expansive summer cruise season, aiming to welcome nearly two million…

May 24, 2025
Alaska
Alaska Legislative Session Highlights New Bills Impacting Education and Infrastructure
In the recent legislative session that concluded on Tuesday, Alaska lawmakers focused primarily on critical issues such as the state…

May 24, 2025
Alaska
Alaska School Districts Urge Governor to Maintain Critical Funding Boost
School superintendents across Alaska are breathing a sigh of relief following the historic override of Governor Mike Dunleavy’s veto on…

May 24, 2025
Alaska
Tom Begich Criticizes Nephew Nick Begich’s Support for Controversial Budget Bill
In a heartfelt public letter, Tom Begich, former minority leader of the Alaska State Senate, expressed deep disappointment in his…

April 28, 2025
Alaska
Exploring the Wonders of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, the largest national park in the United States, is a breathtaking wilderness waiting to…