National Native American Heritage Month, observed annually in November, holds special significance here in Alaska. As home to hundreds of Native tribes and the highest percentage of Indigenous people of any state, Alaska has deep ancestral and cultural ties to Native lands and traditions.
Elvi’s Updates: November Newsletter Read More »
Comment on the future of Alaska’s ferry system and get insight into how Anchorage is implementing the Alaska Reads Act.
The Latest: Anchorage House Action Week begins on Monday Read More »
I recently received an email from a friend. It was a suicide note. It included instructions on who should get the dog, what to do with clothing and some favorite things, and a request to be cremated. The note included
Combating Alaska’s suicide crisis will take all of us Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Today’s newsletter is about energy. You pay a lot for lights and heat. That is about to go up in price.
Energy costs, Snow & lots more! Read More »
Please take a moment to comment on the draft Statewide Energy Master Plan.
The Latest: I need your help to determine Alaska’s energy future. Read More »
I spent nine days off the grid since the last newsletter. It was great.
The Real Deal with Kiehl: Early Work Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Michelle Girault (ED, Hope Community Services), my husband and I joined the AFD Station 1 Firefighters. These firefighters and paramedics donated 2 group dinners, hosted at the fire station, as a fundraising item for Hope Community Services. These were two very popular items, raising $3200 for Hope. Thank you, AFD, for supporting our community nonprofit serving folks
PBMs, Workforce, Electric Rate Increase & lots more! Read More »
This week, we reflect on the tragedies happening in the Middle East, provide an update on NorthLink Aviation’s project development, and report on the State’s lawsuit with the federal government regarding the Kuskokwim River.
Alaska Matters: Recent Events in Israel and Palestine Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, It’s getting colder which means folks will start turning on their heaters and wood stoves for the winter months. Remember to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors this season.
Medication Prices, Workforce, Housing & more! Read More »
Winter is finally in full swing. The latest snow will stick and the temperatures are regularly below freezing all day long. With temperatures dropping, more and more people are turning on their heaters and wood stoves
