State of Alaska report shows no correlation between high vaccine rates and low virus transmission
Despite government messaging to the contrary, it makes little difference whether a particular Alaska community is highly vaccinated when it comes to preventing community transmission of COVID. A June 11 report from the Alaska Dept. of Health and Social
Juneau may scrap witness verification safeguard for mail-in ballots
The Juneau Assembly will hold a public hearing on June 14 to consider whether to amend its elections code so that mail-in ballots no longer require a witness verification signature to ensure the identity of a voter. Current code requires that mail-in ballot
Anchorage Assembly delays vote on divisive plans that would impact parental rights, homeless shelters
The Anchorage Assembly postponed action on three highly controversial resolutions dealing with placing homeless housing in business sectors, imposing burdensome shelter regulations and a proposal to that would restrict parental rights with regard to
Anchorage ordinance would restrict parent’s rights to discipline children
Acting Mayor Austin Quinn-Davidson wants to change Anchorage law to make it much easier for the city prosecute parents whom government officials believe have caused or permitted a child to be physically injured. On June 8, the Anchorage Assembly will hold a
Anchorage women’s shelter says city licensing plan would gut its volunteer base
A faith-based battered women’s shelter could lose half its staff if the Anchorage Assembly forges ahead with a proposal to heavily monitor and control non-profit outreaches for the homeless and the people who are allowed to volunteer and staff the
Alaskans turn out in force to honor their fallen on Memorial Day
Hundreds of Alaskans took time to remember, pray for and honor American soldiers and their surviving family members on Memorial Day. Large crowds in Anchorage and the Mat-Su heard from dignitaries and service men and women. There were 21-gun salutes, somber
It’s time to set the record straight on the Alaskan Independence Party
The existence of the Alaskan Independence Party has been misunderstood by most, both here in the state and certainly by the mainstream media Outside. The full blast of lies and half-truths came into play when Sarah Palin became the vice-presidential candidate
Upcoming: Alaskans to honor fallen soldiers with Memorial Day ceremonies
On May 31, Alaskans across the state will honor the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Military. Numerous Memorial Day events will be marked with prayers, cemetery visits, speeches, feasting and community gatherings.
As a Russian immigrant, I learned a difficult but critical lesson about America’s flag
Down through history people have used rock drawings, language, a smile or handshake, music, songs, legends, national flags and national anthems to communicate ideas, cultural values, national ideals and norms of behavior. Culture is passed down by intentional
Schools should instill an appreciation of history, facts and the role of beauty
Today, our schools, and society at large, should be discussing essential social concepts that provide a background, foundation and historic context of the landscape in our country. I would like to address three imperative concepts: appreciation of history;
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