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Jim Nordlund

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Jim Nordlund is the executive director of NeighborWorks Alaska. Previously, he was the Alaska State Director for USDA Rural Development, a private contractor building contractor, Director of Public Assistance for Alaska, and a member of the Alaska State House of Representatives.

Letter: Kissinger's legacy

While he may have done good things in the diplomatic arena, I can’t forget his role in the perpetuation of the Vietnam War.

By Jim Nordlund●

Crafting a budget that abides by the Alaska spirit

We are casting our state back to a dark age if we don’t step up as individual Alaskans and support the public services that make for a civilized society.

By Jim Nordlund●

Raise a brush for Alaska

From Paint the Town to finding homes for the homeless, NeighborworksAlaska drives on -- and can always use another good hand.

By Jim Nordlund●
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Are Alaska banks redlining rural Alaska?

OPINION: Private banks, as well as federal agencies, could be doing more for home ownership in rural Alaska.

By Jim Nordlund●

American dream of home ownership still eludes many in Alaska villages

OPINION: There are ways to make mortgage financing available in Alaska villages, and that can improve the quality of housing and the quality of life.

By Jim Nordlund●

Acknowledging progress against the honey bucket in rural Alaska

OPINION: A full picture of rural sanitation and health conditions must include the decades of progress that has been made against the honey bucket.

By Jim Nordlund●

Stakes are high in Chugach Electric vote

It's that time of year again: Chugach Electric Association election ballots will be mailed to 67,000 members on March 30.

By Jim Nordlund●