ANCHORAGE, Alaska — In recognition of National Safe Boating Week 2021, May 22-28, the Coast Guard and Coast Guard Auxiliary across Alaska are encouraging and promoting safe boating practices to protect lives on the water. The National Safe Boating Week campaign is a public outreach effort held annually during the week leading up to Memorial […]
(ANCHORAGE, Alaska) – The Alaska State and Wildlife Troopers will be conducting focused enforcement patrols geared toward speeders and impaired drivers on Alaska roadways this week and through the holiday weekend. “Memorial Day weekend serves as a kick-off to summer. People celebrate with barbecues, camping and other family gatherings. We just ask that you […]
ANCHORAGE – Governor Bill Walker ordered all Alaska flags be lowered on Monday, May 29, in honor of Memorial Day. Per U.S. Flag Code and a proclamation from the White House, the United States Flag should also fly at half-staff. “As we gather with family and friends to enjoy another beautiful Alaska weekend, let us […]
As the Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the unofficial start of summer, Alaskans are getting out enjoying all the outdoor activities that our great state has to offer. Many Alaskans are planning to sit around a campfire and grill their meals on a barbecue. The Alaska State Fire Marshal reminds Alaskans, “fire safety should be […]