In a move to reduce regulatory red tape and bureaucracy, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has introduced two lands bills aimed at increasing opportunities for Alaskans to acquire state land. The first bill, SB198, focuses on making it easier for Alaskans to obtain state land for recreational purposes, while the second bill, SB199, aims to improve […]
In a recent Library Reconsideration Materials hearing held at the Mat-Su Borough Building, a debate over two books, “Red Hood” by Elana Arnold and “Identical” by Ellen Hopkins, has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the appropriate placement of these books in the Young Adult section of borough public libraries. The meeting, which took place
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In the picturesque town of Girdwood, Alaska, a tale of development, community, and controversy is unfolding. The Holton Hills project, a proposed residential development near the popular Alyeska Resort, is at the center of this saga. Originally voted down due to community resistance last year, it has resurfaced, bringing with it a renewed debate over
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In recent years, the rise of short-term rental platforms like Airbnb has sparked a heated debate in cities across the United States. Anchorage, Alaska, is no exception, as the Anchorage Assembly is currently discussing an ordinance to license and regulate these mom-and-pop operations. The proposed regulations aim to ensure the proper operation of short-term rentals
Yesterday, the Alaska House heard House Bill SB140, a controversial proposal aimed at revamping education funding. However, a closer inspection reveals a troubling disconnect between the bill’s intentions and Alaska’s dire educational needs. The Misleading Promise of SB 140 Labelled as a mere internet upgrade, SB 140 is, in reality, an attempt to increase the
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