Anchorage Airport: New Routes, Major Investments
by Terri Marshall | Aug 10, 2026
Anchorage Airport: New Routes, Major Investments
by Terri Marshall | Aug 10, 2026
Anchor Point Greenhouse Chosen as 2026 Farm Family of the Year
The Poindexters, owners of Anchor Point Greenhouse, are the Alaska Farm Family of the Year for 2026 upon the farm’s 50th anniversary.
AEDC Strategizes to Reverse Anchorage Economic Decline
The Anchorage Economic Development Corporation launched a Community Economic Development Strategy to counteract persistent problems.
University of Alaska Regents Abolish Nonresident Tuition Surcharge
The University of Alaska Board of Regents voted to eliminate nonresident tuition, starting next year, setting rates equal to in-state tuition.
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Contango Celebrates Lucky Shot Activities in Hatcher Pass
Contango Silver and Gold celebrates ownership of Hatcher Pass mines it formerly leased with an open house and rock-breaking ceremony.
Alaska Business Earns TABPI Honors for Cover Illustration, Photography
Trade Associations Business Publications International honored this magazine with a Silver award for a digital design cover and an Honorable Mention for a photographic cover, both published in 2025.
Treat Maker Named 2025 Alaska Manufacturer of the Year
The winner of the Made in Alaska program’s Manufacturer of the Year award for 2025 is Mountain Dog, the Palmer-based maker of freeze-dried salmon treats for pets.
Consumers Seek Food Safety at Local Farmers Markets
The recent cyclospora outbreak has driven increased interest in Alaska-grown produce and farmers markets—a boon for growers who’ve contended with a particularly challenging growing year.
EPA Authorizes Alaska-led Hazardous Waste Management Program
The US Environmental Protection Agency granted Alaska authorization to administer its own hazardous waste management program, leaving only one state relying on federal oversight.
Northrim Bank Turns to Narmi One Platform for Digital Transformation
Northrim Bank selected fintech provider Narmi to supply the platform that unifies digital banking and account opening in a single online ecosystem.
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August 15 -16, 2026
Hmong Harvest Festival
The Hmong Harvest Festival is a celebration of the Hmong new year. It is filled with colorful traditional costumes, lively music, and joyful dancing that showcases the spirit of the Hmong Community coming together to honor their heritage and kick off Hmong’s new year celebration season, which culminates in November, according to the traditional lunisolar calendar.
August 16 – 23, 2026
Tanana Valley Sandhill Crane Festival
The 29th annual Tanana Valley Sandhill Crane Festival will be taking place August 16 to 23, with events happening throughout the week leading up to the festival weekend on August 22 and 23.
August 18, 2026
State of the Borough Luncheon
Join Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce members for updates from the Matanuska-Susitna Borough on why the Mat-Su is the “Land of More Opportunity.”
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State Prosecutor Joins Landye Bennett Blumstein as Associate Attorney
Enter Caption Here Photo Credit: NameChanel A.T. Simon joins the Anchorage law firm of Landye Bennett Blumstein as an Associate Attorney. Her practice focuses on Alaska Native law, business law, civil litigation, and real estate law. Prior to joining the firm, Simon...
UAA Names New Director of Development
UAA hired fundraising professional Eric Melch as Director of Development to expand philanthropic support for the university.
General Manager Promoted at UIC Oil & Gas Support
UIC Oil & Gas Support, the logistics division of UIC Commercial Services, promoted Joe Barron to General Manager.
Anchorage Airport: New Routes, Major Investments
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is now ranked #1 in the US for cargo volume and #3 in the world. How is the state-owned airport accommodating growth in cargo and passengers?
The Parts and Pieces of Pikka
Santos announced first oil at Pikka on May 18. Days before Pikka oil began its long journey to market, Santos invited local media to see the pieces, parts, and people behind the massive effort to deliver new oil from the North Slope.
Characteristics of Leadership: Indecisiveness
Throughout 2026, this series on effective leadership interviews knowledgeable Alaskans and shares their methods of aligning values with ethical conduct. This month’s topic: when indecisive leaders paralyze an organization.
The Vacancy Chain: Transitions Expose Leaders
Manager effectiveness isn’t a single measurement; it is a system of three components: results, environment, and capacity. Brian Walch describes a scenario where all is not as fine as it appears.
Characteristics of Leadership: Recklessness
Throughout 2026, this series on effective leadership interviews knowledgeable Alaskans and shares their methods of aligning values with ethical conduct. This month’s topic: when risk-taking crosses the line into recklessness.