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Alaskans join nationwide No Kings rally focused on getting out the vote Original
19:24 News Story Alaskans across the state rallied on Saturday as part of a nationwide No Kings day of action to encourage early voting in the November elections and criticize the Trump administration. Early in person voting begins in many locations in Alaska on Monday. Organizers at the No Kings event in Juneau urged Alaskans to vote early, to remind friends and family to vote and to support candidates and ballot measures ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Special committee identifies improvements for state-run Mt. Edgecumbe High School Original
Clear communication at the state-run boarding school Mt. Edgecumbe High School is among the top priority areas to improve students’ residential and academic life, a special committee told members of the Alaska State Board of Education this week. The state board established the committee last March to review concerns and create recommendations for improvements after a tumultuous school year at Mt. Edgecumbe.
Special committee identifies improvements for state-run Mt. Edgecumbe High School
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One year after ex-Typhoon Halong, Western Alaska’s recovery is ongoing and uncertain
One year since the remnants of Typhoon Halong ripped through coastal communities of Western Alaska, displacing an estimated 1,600 residents and prompting the largest mass evacuation of the region in state history, the recovery effort is ongoing and uncertain. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us, but did not find one.
One year after ex-Typhoon Halong, Western Alaska’s recovery is ongoing and uncertain
Local and state disaster recovery efforts face major challenges of funding, logistics and weather while relocation for the hardest-hit communities is uncertain and remains a long-term goal. Pollution response teams from U.S. Coast Guard Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic conduct post-storm assessments in Kipnuk, Alaska, Oct. 22, 2025, after the community was impacted by severe flooding from Typhoon Halong.
Talkeetna Local Takes on National Karaoke Competition
Singer-songwriter Kayti Heller, who performs as Aspenyarrow, hadn’t considered karaoke as a part of her professional music career. But when Heller, who grew up in Talkeetna, heard that judges at the national karaoke competition were often from television talent shows like The Voice and American Idol, she decided that the karaoke stage might be a good venue for advancing her music career. To her surprise, she won the Alaska state karaoke competition against some accomplished singers.
One year after ex-Typhoon Halong, Western Alaska’s recovery is ongoing and uncertain Original
One year since the remnants of Typhoon Halong ripped through coastal communities of Western Alaska, displacing an estimated 1,600 residents and prompting the largest mass evacuation of the region in state history, the recovery effort is ongoing and uncertain. Today there is no official tally of how many residents are still displaced from their homes. But nearly 200 households continue to receive federal temporary housing assistance, according to state officials.
Alaska governor candidates address growing gap in childcare
Children at the Hmoob Cultural Center of Alaska on Aug. 7, 2024. The childcare center opened in Anchorage in 2022 and struggled with high operating costs and low state subsidies. It has since closed.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis.” Many Alaska families are grappling with finding reliable care due to a lack of childcare facilities and workers that contributes to fewer slots, long waitlists and rising costs for families.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (ALASKA BEACON) - One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis,” Corinne Smith with the Alaska Beacon reports. Many Alaska families are grappling with finding reliable care due to a lack of childcare facilities and workers that contributes to fewer slots, long waitlists and rising costs for families.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (ALASKA BEACON) - One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis,” Corinne Smith with the Alaska Beacon reports. Many Alaska families are grappling with finding reliable care due to a lack of childcare facilities and workers that contributes to fewer slots, long waitlists and rising costs for families.
Alaska governor candidates address growing gap in childcare
One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis.” Many Alaska families struggle to find reliable care because of a shortage of childcare facilities and workers, leading to fewer available slots, long waitlists and rising costs.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis.” Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us, but did not find one. Please use the button below to verify an existing account or to purchase a new subscription.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis.” Many Alaska families are grappling with finding reliable care due to a lack of childcare facilities and workers that contributes to fewer slots, long waitlists and rising costs for families.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a "childcare crisis." Many Alaska families are grappling with finding reliable care due to a lack of childcare facilities and workers that contributes to fewer slots, long waitlists and rising costs for families.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis.” Many Alaska families are grappling with finding reliable care due to a lack of childcare facilities and workers that contributes to fewer slots, long waitlists and rising costs for families.
Alaska candidates for governor address growing gap in childcare
One of the many issues before the next governor of Alaska will be the growing gap between available providers and the demand for childcare, which some advocates are calling a “childcare crisis.” Many Alaska families are grappling with finding reliable care due to a lack of childcare facilities and workers that contributes to fewer slots, long waitlists and rising costs for families.
Alaskans still have time to appeal FEMA denials for disaster assistance, agency says
Alaskans who have applied for disaster assistance funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and received a denial may still appeal, according to an agency update. "This may not be the final decision as FEMA may simply require more information or additional supporting documentation from the applicant. Read your FEMA letter carefully to determine what else may be needed,” the update said.
Most candidates for Alaska governor pledge to live in Juneau if elected Original
Three of the four Alaska candidates for governor told a Juneau crowd they would live and maintain the seat of government in the state’s Southeast Alaska capital city at a forum in Juneau on Wednesday. The candidates’ commitment signals the potential for a significant shift. Gov.
Alaska gubernatorial candidate settles campaign finance complaint with state regulators Original
Alaska gubernatorial candidate Treg Taylor has agreed to pay a fine and update his campaign disclosure reports as part of a settlement with state regulators to resolve a campaign finance disclosure complaint. The complaint challenged Taylor’s failure to disclose details of more than $187,000 in expenditures to a handful of campaign consulting businesses.
Alaskans still have time to appeal FEMA denials for disaster assistance, agency says
Alaskans who have applied for disaster assistance funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and received a denial may still appeal, according to an agency update. "This may not be the final decision as FEMA may simply require more information or additional supporting documentation from the applicant. Read your FEMA letter carefully to determine what else may be needed," the update said.
Alaskans still have time to appeal FEMA denials for disaster assistance, agency says
Alaskans who have applied for disaster assistance funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and received a denial may still appeal, according to an agency update. “This may not be the final decision as FEMA may simply require more information or additional supporting documentation from the applicant. Read your FEMA letter carefully to determine what else may be needed,” the update said.
Alaska gubernatorial candidate settles campaign finance complaint with state regulators
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Alaskans still have time to appeal FEMA denials for disaster assistance, agency says Original
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (ALASKA BEACON) - Alaskans who have applied for disaster assistance funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and received a denial may still appeal, according to an agency update. “This may not be the final decision as FEMA may simply require more information or additional supporting documentation from the applicant. Read your FEMA letter carefully to determine what else may be needed,” the update said.
Alaskans still have time to appeal FEMA denials for disaster assistance, agency says Original
Alaskans who have applied for disaster assistance funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and received a denial may still appeal, according to an agency update. “This may not be the final decision as FEMA may simply require more information or additional supporting documentation from the applicant. Read your FEMA letter carefully to determine what else may be needed,” the update said.
Alaska childcare advocates press for major state investment, policy changes to fill growing gaps
Preschoolers play in the snowmelt at Hillcrest Children’s Center in Anchorage on April 18, 2024. (Claire Stremple / Alaska Beacon) Alaska childcare providers, families and employers are under intense strain with the lack of childcare availability and funding, according to advocates. They are calling for major state investment in the childcare industry and seeking policy changes under the next governor and Alaska Legislature. Leaders with several nonprofit groups held an online webinar Sept.
Alaska childcare advocates press for major state investment, policy changes to fill growing gaps
Alaska childcare providers, families and employers are under intense strain with the lack of childcare availability and funding, according to advocates. They are calling for major state investment in the childcare industry and seeking policy changes under the next governor and Alaska State Legislature. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us, but did not find one.
Alaska childcare advocates press for major state investment, policy changes to fill growing gaps
Alaska childcare providers, families and employers are under intense strain with the lack of childcare availability and funding, according to advocates. They are calling for major state investment in the childcare industry and seeking policy changes under the next governor and Alaska State Legislature.
Independents, Democrats out-fundraise Republican incumbents in most Alaska House races
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (ALASKA BEACON) - A Fairbanks fire captain’s campaign raised over $72,000. A retired Kodiak school teacher and union leader’s campaign raised nearly $71,000. A Clam Gulch fisherman’s campaign raised over $45,000. All three candidates are independents running for Republican-held seats in the Alaska State House, Corinne Smith with the Alaska Beacon reports.
Independents, Democrats out-fundraise Republican incumbents in most Alaska House races
A Fairbanks fire captain’s campaign raised over $72,000. A retired Kodiak school teacher and union leader’s campaign raised nearly $71,000. A Clam Gulch fisherman’s campaign raised over $45,000. All three candidates are independents running for Republican-held seats in the Alaska State House. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us, but did not find one.
Alaska federal judge nominee dodges 2020 election, Jan. 6 questions in confirmation hearing Original
15:32 News Story An Alaska nominee for federal judge joined other nominees in a joint confirmation hearing before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday and declined to answer some questions about the 2020 election and Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. President Trump nominated Kyle Reardon, a federal magistrate judge and former prosecutor, to fill the last of three federal judge seats for the U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska in August.
Alaska senators question legality of state land transfer for possible Mat-Su data centers
Posted 9/16/26 The prospect of data centers in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough has raised public concern and scrutiny of a proposed state land transfer of nearly 20,000 acres to the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority. Now, Alaska lawmakers are weighing in with legal concerns about the state’s proposal. The Alaska Department of Natural Resources issued a preliminary […] This item is available in full to subscribers.
Alaska senators question legality of state land transfer for possible Mat-Su data centers
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Alaska senators question legality of state land transfer for possible Mat-Su data centers Original
The prospect of data centers in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough has raised public concern and scrutiny of a proposed state land transfer of nearly 20,000 acres to the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority. Now, Alaska lawmakers are weighing in with legal concerns about the state’s proposal.
Leading candidates in Alaska US House race endorse bycatch limits in fisheries debate Original
18:03 News Story Front-runner candidates for Alaska’s sole U.S. House of Representatives seat expressed strong support for the fishing industry and coastal communities at a debate in Kodiak over the weekend. Incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Nick Begich III and independent challenger Bill Hill took very similar positions on issues including fisheries bycatch, declining fish stocks and representation in federal fisheries management, but there were some differences.
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