WHITE HOUSE — U.S. President Joe Biden hosted Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar on Friday for the annual St. Patrick’s Day reception at the White House, amid calls to boycott the event by many in Ireland who are outraged by staunch U.S. support of Israel in its war against Hamas. “Today celebrates 100 years, 100 years […]
The Investment Marks Huna and Chukka’s First Joint Venture Since Their Partnership Announcement Nearly One Year Ago Juneau, Alaska / Montego Bay, Jamaica— Huna Totem Corporation, the award-winning Alaska Native Village Corporation with operations across the state, Thursday announced that it has taken a stake in Chukka USVI, which previously acquired Cruise Ship Excursions, the […]
The Koniag Board of Directors has endorsed Mary Peltola to continue serving Alaska in the U.S. House of Representatives. The board’s endorsement speaks to her alignment with the Alutiiq values and her deep understanding of the issues impacting the Alutiiq people. Since her election in 2022, Rep. Peltola’s record of unwavering commitment to rural Alaska […]
JUNEAU – Thursday, Governor Mike Dunleavy vetoed Senate Bill 140, the legislature’s omnibus education compromise. Senate Bill 140 was the largest increase in school funding in state history, with a $680 increase to the Base Student Allocation. Senate Bill 140 significantly improved internet connectivity in rural Alaska, provided $10 million in additional funding for the […]