The Alaska Federation of Natives has released its 2019 AFN Convention agenda. The three-day agenda is packed with presentations and panels that explore the theme of “Good Government, Alaskan Driven,” reflecting on the basic necessity of sound, fact-based government policy amidst Alaska’s current fiscal challenges. The AFN Convention will take place October 17-19, 2019 at […]
Alaskans urged to take action, help stop abuse by changing attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors (ANCHORAGE) — No one should feel unsafe in their own home. Domestic violence, however, is pervasive in Alaska and nationwide. Physical, verbal, and emotional abuse in domestic relationships and households affects millions of Americans each year. Victims include women, children, and […]
KODIAK, Alaska — Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak aircrews demobilized the forward operating location in Kotzebue, Friday, and moved efforts to Utqiagvik. The move is due to an impact to search and rescue capabilities following a hangar door malfunction, which left helicopters unprotected from cold weather that would cause them to freeze overnight. “Our aircraft […]
(Anchorage, AK) – Friday, Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy announced the appointment of Representative Josh Revak to fill the vacancy to Senate District M following the rejection of Representative Laddie Shaw by Senate Republicans on September 19, 2019. Revak, a recognized public servant and decorated war veteran, currently represents District 25 in the Alaska House […]