Tracking Changes of Land in Alaska from Mining

Researchers at the U.S. Geological Survey Alaska Science Center have created a new dataset of land in Alaska visibly altered by mining. It contains digital map files that outline about 735 square kilometers of disturbed ground and mine waste, based on high …

Bills aimed at rescuing ailing Alaska seafood industry face tough budget challenges

Alaska’s seafood industry, squeezed by depressed fish prices and increased costs, is in a crisis. Also in a crisis is the Alaska state budget, with both investment income and oil revenues in sharp decline. That presents a dilemma for lawmakers trying to …

Lawsuit alleges people imprisoned in Alaska receive inadequate health care

Unhinged Alaska: Backtracking rusted memories

A couple of weeks ago, I received a surprising call from an old friend that I had met while in the military. It turned out that he was writing a book he called “Backtrackin” and was looking for some “memory joggers” from those he had served or worked with …

Opinion: How a conservative, common-sense education package passed the Alaska Legislature

The Alaska House debates an education measure that was approved earlier by the Senate. (Sean Maguire / ADN) On Wednesday, a group of amazing Republican legislators negotiated and worked with majorities in both houses of the Alaska Legislature to pass …

Alaska seafood industry organizations making strategic moves into new markets amid US trade war

Amid shifting U.S. trade policy, two prominent Alaska seafood industry organizations are thinking strategically about how they can bring Alaska seafood to emerging markets around the globe.  On 1 May, the Association of Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers ( …

'My guys can't fish': Senator sounds alarm on Alaska pollock survey delay

A NOAA research vessel that plays a crucial role in collecting data for the pollock fishery needs government signoff, the lawmaker said. Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan is asking the US government to provide support to the pollock industry.Photo: Dan Sullivan

Philippine Airlines and Alaska Airlines forge frequent flyer partnership

Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Alaska Airlines have announced the forging of a frequent flyer partnership, allowing loyalty members of both carriers to earn and redeem miles across each other’s networks. The partnership is also expected to enhance travel …

Philippine Airlines to explore codeshare agreement with Alaska Airlines

Philippine flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced it will be exploring a codeshare agreement with Seattle-based Alaska Airlines as of Friday, 2nd May. Philippine flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced it will be exploring a codeshare …

Alaskans share support for Alaska climate center as faces funding loss

Alaskans could lose access to a wealth of weather information and trends should the Trump administration’s proposed cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) come crashing down in the coming months. In a memo leaked in April, the …