Anchorage, AK – After months of waiting and speculation, the United States Air Force has officially selected Eielson Air Force Base as the preferred location for two squadrons of F-35A fighters. In a call to the Alaska Congressional Delegation this morning, the Secretary of the Air Force announced that following an environmental impact study (EIS) […]
Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell announced Tuesday that work will begin early this fall to prepare to restore wood bison to the Alaskan landscape in spring 2015. Wood bison were last seen roaming wild in Alaska more than 100 years ago. The Department of Fish and Game will release 50-100 bison in the Lower […]
Fairbanks, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Tanana River Bridge on Tuesday. The military as well as seasonal moose hunters will see benefits from increased access to remote areas. The project was one of the first recommendations of the Alaska Military Force Advocacy and Structure Team (AMFAST), the group […]
The investigation into the vandalizing of Department of Transportation equipment on Prince of Wales Island is ongoing according to the Alaska State Troopers. The Alaska State Troopers received a report of criminal mischief directed toward a tractor near mile 12 of the Hydaburg Road on Prince of Wales Island at approximately 9 am on Monday […]