Here are some Native American-related news stories that made headlines last week: Treasury secretary addresses poor access to cash, credit in Indian Country The U.S. Financial Literacy Commission met Thursday to discuss barriers to financial stability in Indian Country. “One of those main barriers is financial literacy – the understanding of concepts like saving, investing […]
On July 24th, 1897, President McKinley appointed the District of Alaska’s first ex-officio Secretary/Surveyor General. The position would remain throughout Alaska’s district status that ended in 1912 and continue on throughout Alaska’s territorial designation until 1959. It was then that as Alaska gained statehood that the position was changed to Secretary of State. That new […]
NENANA, Alaska– With a large crowd of more than 800 in attendance, the Alaska Railroad commemorated the 100th anniversary of its 1923 golden spike moment in Nenana, Alaska, on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Esteemed guests, including state officials, Alaska Railroad Corporation leadership, board, and representatives from Washington D.C., joined the celebration showcasing a century of […]
JUNEAU, Alaska — June’s statewide job count was up by 6,400, or 1.9 percent, from June 2022. Leisure and hospitality added 2,200 jobs over the year and exceeded pre-pandemic employment as the visitor season moved into full swing. The cruise industry anticipates a record 1.6 million passengers this season. Professional and business services added 600 […]