Nelson Crone, a longtime Alaskan and University of Alaska Fairbanks graduate, has been named director of the UAF Matanuska Experiment Farm and Extension Center in Palmer. Crone will oversee the farm’s day-to-day operations, coordinate research with faculty, assist with programs for the Mat-Su/Copper River Cooperative Extension Service and champion public engagement for the farm. Crone worked on berry […]
(Fairbanks, AK) – Anchorage Deputy District Attorney Heather Nobrega has been named as the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) Director in Anchorage. “Heather has a strong work ethic, a comprehensive knowledge of Alaska criminal law, and exceptional organizational skills,” said Criminal Division Director Angie Kemp. “It is for those reasons and more that we are confident Heather […]
As the newly appointed Commissioner for the Department of Education and Early Development (DEED), I am honored to serve the people of Alaska, particularly our youth, as well as our educators and essential state workers at DEED. My unwavering commitment to public education stems from its transformative power in shaping intelligent problem solvers, responsible citizens, […]
NASA said on Thursday it has selected a research director to investigate UFO sightings on the recommendation of an independent panel of experts. Administrator Bill Nelson, who made the announcement, has yet to identify the appointee. The unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP, is the official term for what most call UFOs — unidentified flying objects. […]