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07-21-2025 Vol 2028

Category: Alaska

Pentagon Unveils $500 Million Training Center in Alaska to Strengthen Defense Capabilities

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,…
New Bill Aims to Protect Bristol Bay Watershed from Metallic Mining

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…
The Legacy of Jack Henry: Anchorages’ Baseball Hero and War Casualty

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…
Exciting Festivals and Events Unfold This Summer in 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,…
Alaska Residents Benefit from Last-Minute Tourism Deals Amid Economic Uncertainty

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…
American Robins Return to Northern Alaska, Signaling Spring’s Arrival

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…
Conservation Groups Sue to Overturn Mining Permit Affecting Endangered Whales

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…
Carnival Cruise Line Welcomes Summer Season with Ambitious Plans for Two Million Guests

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…
Alaska Legislative Session Highlights New Bills Impacting Education and Infrastructure

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…
Alaska School Districts Urge Governor to Maintain Critical Funding Boost

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…
Tom Begich Criticizes Nephew Nick Begich’s Support for Controversial Budget Bill

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…
Exploring the Wonders of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve

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…