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Anchorage police released a video this week showing the first, and so far only, theft of a "bait car" they leave lying in wait for unsuspecting thieves to swipe.
Special session may be needed to override energy veto
Alaska lawmakers may be forced into a special session if they want to override Gov. Sarah Palin's veto of federal energy conservation money.
Weather offers little aid to those fighting Alaska wildfires
The number of fires blowing smoke into Alaska skies continued to swell through the week as persisting warm and dry conditions have offered firefighters little assistance in smothering them, according to the state Division of Forestry.
Mine gets good word from court
A federal apperals court has lifted its injunction on a permit allowing the Kensington gold mine near Juneau to discharge its rock waste in a nearby lake.
THE VILLAGE BLOG
1 dead, 1 wounded when Unalaska drug deal goes bad
Authorities say an Unalaska man died from an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound after allegedly shooting another man in the head and chest.
Shoreline erosion at Mile 63.5 of the Glenn Higway.
Matanuska River threatens Glenn
If you're headed up the Glenn Highway this weekend, you might want to pack a raft -- for your car. State Transportation workers stood watch over the Glenn at Mile 63.5 north of Sutton on Wednesday night to make sure the churning river didn't gobble up the road, or any travelers.
Authorities say an Unalaska man died from a gunshot wound after apparently shooting another man in the head and chest.
Twitter may not be Parnell's cup of tea
Incoming governor to keep Palin advisers
PHOTOS
Images from the parade and party at the Park Strip in downtown Anchorage Saturday.
PHOTOS
The USS John C. Stennis recently operated in the Gulf of Alaska in support of the joint military training exercise Northern Edge.
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Photos: No losers in Barrow baby contest
Wasilla photographer Bill Hess has dedicated a blog post to the adorable, parka-clad "losers" in Barrow's beautiful-baby contest.
Elements batter Oklahoma winter wheat crop
Battered by drought, a late freeze and flooding rain, Oklahoma's winter wheat harvest may produce only half of what was yielded last year, officials said.
Anchorage-born flutist Tabatha Easley, now playing professionally and teaching at Virginia Commonwealth University, will return to her hometown for a recital at 4 p.m. on Sunday at First Congregational Church, 2610 E. Northern Lights Blvd.
Sometimes a party girl just wants to get away from it all. But not too far away. And that's where one of my favorite places in Alaska comes in - the ever-enchanting, Subaru-chic idyll of Girdwood.
Bangkok Cafe is set smack in the middle of a city block, almost invisible from the street. I had heard rumors of its legendary spice levels and went to investigate.
Baron Cohen calls upon yet another of his alter egos - Bruno, a gay fashionista/TV reporter from Austria, who fancies himself as "the voice of Austrian youth TV." Bruno methodically worms his way into style hot spots. Rated R for pervasive strong and crude sexual content, graphic nudity and language.
Who needs national music festivals like Lollapalooza or Ozzfest? Alaska has its own good thing going with the return of Summer Meltdown. The local rock event started in 2004, and it is now hosting more national acts, while still showcasing local talent.
A new two-day 300-kilometer event joined the ever-growing lineup that operates under the umbrella of the Fireweed 400. The Fireweed, Alaska's biggest bike race with an expected 800 racers this year, begins Friday morning at Sheep Mountain Lodge.
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Dozens of people were treated to the sight of two brown bears rooting around in the mud flats of Turnagain Arm.
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Whitewater kayakers and others gathered on the Kenai Peninsula for Sixmile Fest.
The Alaska Wild take on the Fairbanks Grizzlies in their season finale of the Indoor Football League season Thursday July 9, 2009 at Sullivan Arena.
SECTION
Blistering heat with almost no wind made this year's Mount Marathon race in Seward a harrowing experience for some.
PHOTOS
Course records were set in this year's Arctic Bicycle Club's 24-hour race.
Mine gets good word from court
A federal apperals court has lifted its injunction on a permit allowing the Kensington gold mine near Juneau to discharge its rock waste in a nearby lake.
TALK DIRT TO ME
A few facts about insects in Alaska
The Cooperative Extension Service Office, 2221 E. Northern Lights Blvd., will offer a hands-on bug lab at noon on July 16. A class on slugs and snails will be held during the same time period on July 23. Call them at 786-6300 to reserve your space.
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Three generations of Linds make Alutiiq hunting visors for collectors and museums.
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Offering clarity on the mixed-up world of relationships.
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The original hit puzzle from Tim Parker set the standard for all online crosswords that followed.
What is Sudoku? It's a global sensation! Sudoku is a number-placement puzzle that is mentally challenging, easy to learn and highly addictive.
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