Dear friends and neighbors, Welcome Snow! Vacancies in the Alaska Senate. Two Senators have resigned in order to run for Governor. They cannot raise money while the Legislature is in session, so by resigning, they can raise money and campaign full-time.
Replace Senators, National Guard, Statewide Energy Summary, and lots more! Read More »
Task Force on Education Funding heard from school finance experts and Senator Tobin’s bipartisan efforts receive national recognition.
Education, SNAP, Medicaid, and what comes next Read More »
Dear friends and neighbors, On Monday, November 9th, the Joint Task Force on Education Funding met in Anchorage.
Education Funding, Legislative Ethics, and lots more! Read More »
Dear friends and neighbors, Winter Safety Moment: Pro tip: Install ionization smoke detectors in areas adjacent to bathrooms, and photoelectric smoke detectors adjacent to cooking areas and utility rooms; using the right detector in the right environment will greatly reduce nuisance alarms.
Snow Storm, Students, SNAP, Fishing, and lots more! Read More »
Anchorage, AK – During the recent government shutdown, the air traffic control team at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, and at airports across Alaska, continue to demonstrate exceptional professionalism, dedication, and service to our state and nation.
Happy Halloween! I hope you have a safe and spooky weekend.
Trick-or-Legislative Update Read More »
Over the weekend of October 11–12, the remnants of Typhoon Halong struck Western Alaska, severely impacting the coastal villages of Kipnuk and Kwigillingok. The storm displaced around 1,000 residents from their homes. Tragically, one person has been confirmed dead, and two others remain missing.
Elvi’s Updates – November Newsletter 2026 Read More »
Dear friends and neighbors, Sunday, Nov 2 Daylight Savings Time ends (“fall back one hour”) This absurd manipulation of light started back under President Carter under the premise that it would “save energy”. It hasn’t.
DST, Disaster Assistance, SNAP Suspended, and lots more! Read More »
Hey Neighbors,
The Golden Heart City saw its first ‘sticking’ snow of the year and we have officially transitioned from fall to winter. We have many good things happening in our community.
Government Shutdown, Banned Books Week, and Typhoon Halong Read More »
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Last week, Typhoon Halong made landfall in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. As a result of flooding and intensive damage, several communities have been evacuated to Bethel and Anchorage, with hundreds of people displaced from their homes. The state and federal governments both declared disaster emergencies. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families
Western Alaska Typhoon Halong Relief Read More »
