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 […]
ANCHORAGE– As part of the Walker-Mallott administration’s efforts to build a Safer Alaska, Governor Bill Walker today directed state troopers to increase enforcement along safety corridors, like Seward Highway and Knik Goose Bay Road, starting this weekend. Additional radar speed signs will also be posted to remind Alaskans to drive and bike safely. “This beefed-up […]
JUNEAU – Governor Bill Walker Sunday ordered Alaska flags be flown at half-staff in honor of former judge Seaborn J. Buckalew, Jr., who passed away on May 11. He was 96 years old. Judge Buckalew served in the Alaska State and Territorial Legislatures as a Senator and Representative respectively, and was a delegate to the […]
FAIRBANKS—Governor Bill Walker Thursday discussed the importance of Alaska’s strategic geopolitical role in national security during a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, emphasizing the strong need for a naval base in the Arctic. Secretary Tillerson introduced Governor Walker during the 10th Ministerial of the Arctic Council luncheon. “We are fortunate to have […]