Private citizens organize July 4th celebrations across Alaska
While towns across Alaska have cancelled government-sponsored 4th of July celebrations, several communities are holding citizen-organized celebrations of Independence Day. Below is a rundown of what’s happening. If you know of others, send us the
Juneau nixes July 4th fireworks show just weeks after massive BLM protest
A week after announcing the city would hold its annual 4th of July fireworks show, the Juneau Assembly reversed course and put a stop to the Independence Day celebration. On June 29, the Assembly voted 5-4 to reject an emergency ordinance that authorized the
Juneau green lights July 4th fireworks show, but you have to mask up
The annual July 4th fireworks show is a go in Juneau. Funded in part by the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ), the event will require all spectators to wear a face covering and maintain at least six feet from non-household members. The Juneau Assembly gave the
‘Freedom loving’ Mat-Su citizens spearhead July 4th festivities after city cancels parade
A group of freedom loving Mat-Su business owners sprang into action upon hearing that Wasilla canceled its traditional 4th of July celebrations due to COVID-19. “The Valley is an independent place, made up of people who are smart, caring, resilient, and