On the last Monday in the month of May, America stops and remembers those who died while in the U.S. military. While it has been a federal holiday only since 1971, the day has been observed since the end of the Civil War. At that time, the day was known as Decoration Day. Waterloo, New […]
(Anchorage, Alaska) – The Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) announced a new seasonal route with American Airlines, connecting Anchorage (ANC) and Phoenix (PHX). Starting May 21, 2026, and continuing through September 8, 2026, American will offer this route operated with an Airbus A321neo. This new connection offers travelers with a seamless and dependable option, whether […]
Why do Americans celebrate Labor Day? Labor Day is a national holiday, created to honor U.S. workers and their contribution to the economy. Many Americans use the day to celebrate the end of summer and would be surprised to know the day has its roots in the labor movement of the late 1800s. How did […]
Travelers are encouraged to check road conditions at 511.alaska.gov before traveling (Fairbanks, Alaska) –The Denali Highway is now open for travel. The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) will perform regular maintenance now through October 1. Beginning in mid-April, Cantwell and Paxson crews worked from either end of the 135-mile Denali Highway, meeting […]