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Dunleavy hosts holiday open house, inaugural event
The traditional holiday open house at the Alaska governor’s mansion doubled as an inaugural event for Gov. Mike Dunleavy, who took office just last week.
Gov. Dunleavy plans modified version of Walker’s Alaska state budget as first step
Saturday is the deadline for the governor to submit a proposal.
Snow means showtime at Arctic Valley’s tube park
The tubing area will open Saturday and Sunday at the ski hill north of Anchorage.
Big changes from warming climate boost risk of toxic algae blooms off Alaska coasts, report says
Last winter’s ‘remarkable’ shortage of ice in the Bering Sea added to the warming that is a factor in the blooms, scientists said.
The Anchorage School District’s initial damage estimate from the earthquake: $25-50 million
The preliminary estimates include everything from repairing major damage such as crumbling walls to cleaning up flooding to replacing classroom materials such as computers.
That jumpy aftershock feeling? Here’s how it played out in other big earthquakes
Going from hypervigilance to complacency takes about three years. Before that happens, let’s prepare for the next big Alaska quake.
State abolishes investigative unit formed in wake of Alaska prison deaths
The Professional Conduct Unit also collected information on prison drug-smuggling rings.
State investigating death of Alaska oilfield worker who reportedly died after being struck by pipe
The state division of occupational safety is investigating the death, an official said.
Fancy gear is nice, but hard work and perseverance are better hunting companions
Columnist Steve Meyer fears the perception that hunters need high-tech gear will scare off neophytes who simply want to engage in the outdoors and bring home some healthy meat.
Colony Middle School closed another week for earthquake repairs
Classes will resume on Wednesday, Dec. 19.
Gov. Dunleavy’s sweeping changes don’t reach to Permanent Fund Corp.
Revenue Commissioner Bruce Tangeman and Natural Resources Commissioner Corri Feige joined the corporation’s board of trustees this week.
Red lantern award for education
Alaska students don’t measure up when it comes to nationwide standards. The Legislature needs to do more for schools.