Culture

Orthodox Alaskans set to celebrate Christmas on Jan. 7

While most Alaskans have already thrown out their Christmas trees and packed away the ornaments for another year, thousands of Orthodox Christians are still gearing up to celebrate the birth of Christ on January 7. That’s because the Russian Orthodox Church

Former Palmer Mayor John Combs Passes

Having known John Combs since I was a young boy in Valdez, for over 40 years, it is with a heavy heart that I share his passing this past Friday the 22nd. A proud and deeply involved citizen of Palmer, he served four years on the city council and then six

Santa, pony rides and a petting zoo headed to Mat-Su

Santa is headed to Wasilla on Dec. 16 for an annual pre-Christmas celebration at Creekside Plaza (1830 Parks Hwy.) in Wasilla. The event includes a chance to chat with St. Nick, while benefiting the local Food Pantry and Salvation Army. There will also be