DOT&PF Awarded Grant Funding for Rural Drones, Seward Highway Avalanche Mitigation
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities received two grants that provide added safety measures for Alaskans, both involving drone aircraft.
Author: Rindi White
Alaska State Fair Garden Display, Promotional Features Win International Awards
A topiary-like train earned top honors for the Alaska State Fair at the International Association of Fairs and Exhibitions convention.
Manh Choh’s First Year: 8 Million Miles of Gold
Kinross Alaska recaps a year of mining at Manh Choh, one-quarter of the way through the life of the Interior gold mine.
Invisible Rays of Hope: UV Disinfection for Healthier Spaces
Ultraviolet disinfection can be part of a multi-barrier approach to public health. Here are some facilities using this technology in Alaska.
Mat-Su College Opens New Suite to Train Veterinary Technicians
Mat-Su College opens a new veterinary technician education suite to train students for an in-demand job they can carry anywhere.
Palmer Slaughterhouse Dodges Closure with Purchase by Soldotna Rancher
Soldotna rancher Ben Adams is the new owner of the Palmer USDA-approved slaughterhouse, keeping options open for store sales of Alaska meat.
UAA Business Showcase Builds Bridges Within Community
UAA College of Business and Public Policy Showcase provides an opportunity to engage with the community—and show off a little.
Alyeska Pipeline Service Company Lauded for Lift Station Removal Project
The Alaska Oil and Gas Association honored Alyeska Pipeline Service Company with Project of the Year for Environmental Stewardship and Innovation for removal of unused pump stations.
Palmer Potato Pioneers Chosen as 2024 Farm Family of the Year
Longtime Palmer-area farming family Bruce and Vickie Bush selected as the 2024 Farm Family of the Year in recognition of years of service.
Specialty Contractors Excel in Their Niche
Specialty contractors make a career by doing one thing very well. From installing doors (never windows) to restoring pipes (not installing plumbing), these experts have chosen a very narrow lane. What attracts a specialist to a particular niche, and does the job ever get boring?