Governor Walker Attends Groundbreaking of Fort Knox Mine Expansion

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Governor Walker Attends Groundbreaking of Fort Knox Mine Expansion

FAIRBANKS – Governor Bill Walker gave remarks at a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday at Fort Knox Mine for a significant expansion of the mine that is happening because of teamwork between local, state, and federal agencies. “Plain and simple, this is a great day for Fairbanks,” Governor Bill Walker said. “Because of this new investment by […]

Governor Walker Signs Smoke-Free Workplace Bill at Lucky Wishbone

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Governor Walker Signs Smoke-Free Workplace Bill at Lucky Wishbone

ANCHORAGE – Governor Walker signed Senate Bill 63 into law Tuesday morning at the Lucky Wishbone restaurant in downtown Anchorage. The bill, sponsored by Senator Peter Micciche, protects Alaskans by ensuring smoke-free workplaces and public places across the state. For outsiders, holding the signing at Anchorage’s most famous fried-chicken eatery might raise some eyebrows. But […]