This Day in Alaska History-January 23rd, 1969
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Alaska Senate Gavels in the 34th Alaska State Legislature
Senate Majority will Prioritize Education Funding, Retirement for Teachers and Public Employees, Energy, and Election Reform JUNEAU – Tuesday at 1:00 p.m., the Alaska Senate gaveled in the 34th Alaska State Legislature. Senator Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, was officially elected as Senate President by his colleagues. Senator Cathy Giessel, R-Anchorage, will serve as Majority Leader, and […]
Sullivan Receives Commitments from Collins on Key Priorities for Alaska Veterans
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee (SVAC), received commitments from former Representative Doug Collins (R-Ga.), President Trump’s nominee to serve as secretary of veterans affairs, regarding critical priorities for Alaska veterans. Specifically, Congressman Collins committed to coming to Alaska, working to re-establish a VA call center in […]
February webinars focus on chainsaw safety and cutting firewood
Wood is an important fuel source in Alaska. In February, the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service will host three free webinars on cutting wood safely and keeping chainsaws in good working condition. Glen Holt, an Extension biomass technician who has used firewood for primary and backup heat in Alaska for more than 40 […]