Category: Alaska

April 26, 2025
Alaska
Documentary ‘Sacred Alaska’ Showcases Yup’ik Communities and Russian Orthodox Faith
The documentary ‘Sacred Alaska,’ which explores the history of the Russian Orthodox faith in Alaska, has made its long-awaited debut…

April 26, 2025
Alaska
Dude Mtn and the Alaska Folk Festival: A Celebration of Music and Community
The Alaska Folk Festival, a notable event in the state’s cultural calendar, celebrated its 50th anniversary this month in Juneau,…

April 26, 2025
Alaska
University of Alaska Graduate Sues Federal Government Over Student Status Revocation
Jean Kashikov, a recent University of Alaska graduate, is taking legal action against the federal government after the Trump administration…

April 26, 2025
Alaska
Alaska Senate Proposes $100 Million Budget Cuts Amid $85 Million Shortfall
JUNEAU — The Alaska Senate is proposing significant budget cuts amid a projected fiscal shortfall exceeding $85 million in its…

April 25, 2025
Alaska
Alaska Society of American Foresters Convenes in Tok to Discuss Forestry Challenges
The community of Tok, situated deep in Interior Alaska, played host this week to the annual meeting of the Alaska…

April 25, 2025
Alaska
Alaska Faces Budget Crisis Amid Clashing Views on Solutions
Alaska is grappling with a significant budget crisis, igniting a heated debate among fiscal conservatives and their opponents regarding the…

April 25, 2025
Alaska
Alaska Small Businesses Struggling Amid Tariff Changes and Supply Chain Issues
The Spice and Tea Exchange in South Anchorage, owned by Liz Eldridge, has found itself in a precarious position due…

April 24, 2025
Alaska
Exploring Resilient Queer Spaces in Red States: A Journey Through American LGBTQ+ Life
As a longtime queer journalist, my journey has taken me across the United States, venturing into vibrant LGBTQ+ communities, especially…

April 24, 2025
Alaska
Alaskan Towns Consider New Limits on Cruise Ship Arrivals
Residents of several Alaskan towns, including Juneau and Sitka, are grappling with the challenge of whether to impose stricter limitations…

April 24, 2025
Alaska
Alaska’s Permanent Fund: A Call for Fiscal Reform
Alaska faces ongoing fiscal uncertainties, with the Alaska Permanent Fund at the center of discussions impacting the state’s budget and…

April 24, 2025
Alaska
Trump Administration Plans New Offshore Oil Leasing in Arctic Waters
The Trump administration has announced plans to create a new designated region for offshore oil leasing in Arctic waters off…

April 24, 2025
Alaska
Alaska Should Pursue 404 Primacy for Better Environmental Management
In a call to action, Rep. Kevin McCabe, R-Wasilla, advocates for Alaska to pursue 404 primacy under the Clean Water…