“The unreasonable prefunding mandate has threatened the survival of the USPS and placed at risk vital services for the millions who rely on it.” A bipartisan, bicameral group of lawmakers introduced legislation this week that would scrap an onerous 2006 mandate requiring the U.S. Postal Service to prefund retiree benefits decades in advance, an obligation that’s been […]
“If Sen. Graham refuses to work in good faith to quickly confirm President Biden’s highly qualified nominees, then it’s time for him to step aside and let more serious legislators get to work.” Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham was accused Tuesday of exercising “the last vestiges of power” by obstructing—again—Senate confirmation of Merrick Garland. President Joe […]
The Alutiiq Museum’s gallery has reopened to the public. We invite you to view exhibits and shop in our store, knowing that we follow strict safety measures to keep our patrons safe. Our current hours are Noon to 4:00 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Please wear a mask. Contact Djuna Davidson with questions, 844-425-8844, x20.
DHSS today announced 17 deaths of Alaska residents and 140 new people identified with COVID-19 in Alaska. 111 were residents in: Anchorage (54), Palmer (11), Wasilla (11), Fairbanks (8), Eagle River (5), Aleutians East Borough (3), Kenai (3), North Pole (3), Big Lake (2), Chugiak (2), Juneau (2), Soldotna (2) and one each in Ester, Homer, Kodiak, […]