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True patriotism need not whitewash the past

CultureMay 30, 2022

Today, millions of Americans pay tribute to the soldiers who died defending our nation. Given that so many forces now seek to undermine American patriotism and demonize our nation’s past, it is good to recall C.S. Lewis’ reflections on genuine love of

Mat-Su Health Foundation isn’t done with Leftist plans for conservative Mat-Su

CultureMay 28, 2022

The Mat-Su Health Foundation (MSHF) is a powerful and increasingly leftist organization. With hundreds of millions of dollars at its disposal, it is attempting to systematically dismantle and then fundamentally reorganize the social fabric of the Mat-Su

Fairbanks to mark Memorial Day with planting of the poppies

CultureMay 27, 2022

On Monday, May 30, Fairbanks residents will honor the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. At 11 a.m., residents will gather at Pioneer Park (2300 Airport Way) for the annual “Planting of the Poppies.”

Full Memorial Day ceremony set for Mat-Su Veterans Wall of Honor

CultureMay 27, 2022

A large crowd is expected to once again gather at the Veterans Wall of Honor in Wasilla on Monday, May 30, to observe Memorial Day. The event, which begins at 1 p.m., typically includes, live music, prayers, addresses from political figures and veterans, and

Alaska will reimburse parents for their child’s private education

EducationMay 16, 2022

Alaskan parents have a legitimate right to choose the school that best fits their children’s needs, even if that is a private school. There is an opportunity, which has been hiding from public view. In 2014, educator and then-State Senator Mike Dunleavy

AK Democratic Convention fixates on abortion, masks, ConCon & beating Murkowski

AbortionMay 16, 2022

Alaska Democrats held their statewide party convention earlier this month with a heavy emphasis on deriding pro-life advocates, defeating Sen. Lisa Murkowski, denouncing anti-maskers and opposing a constitutional convention. A recap of the May 6-8 convention

Anchorage mayor invites public to robust Memorial Day Ceremony

CultureMay 16, 2022

Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson will host a full-fledged Memorial Day Ceremony this year. The event was canceled in 2020 when former Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz claimed it was too dangerous because of Covid. That did not, however, stop area residents from

Republican joins Alaska Dems to block vax anti-discrimination bill

COVIDMay 16, 2022

Democrats in the Alaska House banded together with Republican Bart LeBon (Fairbanks) to thwart an effort to bring Sen. Lora Reinbold’s vaccine discrimination bill to a final vote in the House. Reinbold’s SB 156 seeks to outlaw vaccine-based

TODAY: Alaskans to honor fallen officers at memorial ceremonies

CrimeMay 13, 2022

On Friday, May 13, law enforcement officers from around the state, will gather in various locations to honor the 68 officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in Alaska. In Anchorage, a gathering will occur outside of the Alaska Scientific Crime Detection

Mat-Su Assembly ordinances look to protect gun rights

FeaturedMay 12, 2022

In an effort to safeguard gun rights for area residents, the Mat-Su Borough Assembly will hear public testimony on two separate firearms resolutions at its May 17 regular meeting. The first item declares the borough’s opposition to using any of its funds to

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