Socialize Deliberately
Alaskans are known for sucking the marrow out of summer. Camping, fishing, hiking, bonfires, cookouts all kick into high gear from May to mid-September. This year, however, we ought to be a bit more deliberate. After enduring a year of endless calls to
Non-vaxed Dillingham travelers under strict quarantine mandates as fishing season nears
Visitors and workers headed to Dillingham for the summer fishing season are subject to strict quarantine mandates unless they have proof of vaccination. As of April 2, travelers to Dillingham who can prove they are fully vaccination prior to arrival, or who
Fairbanks to debate ranked choice voting scheme for municipal elections
The Fairbanks North Star Borough will consider an ordinance at its April 22 meeting, which looks to approve the controversial ranked choice voting system, similar to what the State of Alaska will use for the first time in the next statewide primary election
Anchorage has reached herd immunity – 70% vaccination rate unnecessary
Anchorage’s acting mayor has extended her emergency COVID order until residents of the municipality have reached the minimum of 70% vaccinated. The inference is that “herd immunity” will be reached only through vaccinations. This is not
Bronson’s libertarian streak is the new direction Anchorage needs
My wife of 46 years and I have always felt we were informed voters with a libertarian streak. We research candidates, try to meet them, and talk with those who know them. We have approached this current Anchorage mayoral election with an expanded commitment
After year of controversy, Wasilla High approves new logo of Athabascan ‘Warrior’
After a year of controversy over its school logo, Wasilla High School has officially adopted a new Warrior mascot which depicts Chief Wasilla in traditional Athabascan headdress. On April 13, the student body voted on the new image with 83% approving the
Murkowski says she’s still mulling reelection campaign
According to an April 13 article by Roll Call, Sen. Lisa Murkowski is still undecided on whether to run for a fourth full term in the U.S. Senate. Murkowski told Capitol reporters that she will make up her mind “when I make it.” In the meantime, however,
Dunbar backs 8th extension of emergency declaration in Anchorage – supports 70% vax goal
Anchorage mayoral candidate Forrest Dunbar joined the narrowest of majorities to pass the eighth extension of Anchorage’s declaration of emergency. The measure passed along a 6-4 vote, which will be the final time Assemblyman Dunbar votes on the issue
Bronson promises to defend and support Anchorage police officers
Anchorage mayoral candidate Dave Bronson sent a letter to the Anchorage Police Department detailing how he plans to support and collaborate with the force if elected mayor. Dated April 10, the letter is addressed to the “men and women of APD.” It clearly
U.S. Senate candidate Kelly Tshibaka speaks about the role of faith in political life
Four days before announcing her intent to challenge Sen. Lisa Murkowski for her U.S. Senate seat in 2022, Kelly Tshibaka appeared on a prominent national program that informs and inspires Christians to pray for America. During her 11-minute interview on
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