Member News

Results Found: 19
Wednesday, July 08, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2026   Anchorage, Alaska – Rasmuson Foundation has named Elizabeth Dickinson as Director of Grants Management, bringing added strength to the systems and support that help nonprofit and local government, including tribal partners, access and manage funding.   Dickinson will lead the Foundation’s grants management work, focusing on making the process more ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Government, Members, Press Release
Tuesday, July 07, 2026
July 7, 2026 LaFrance administration settles longstanding Don Young Port of Alaska lawsuit for $180 million, bringing total recovery to $191.3 millionToday, Mayor Suzanne LaFrance announced the Port of Alaska will receive a cash settlement of $180 million for the longstanding MARAD lawsuit. The agreement preserves the $11.3 million already awarded in 2024 but not yet paid, bringing the total ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE ALASKA MOVERS ASSOCIATIONUnfortunately, we are seeing an increase in moving scams affecting Alaska families. Rogue movers and unlicensed operators often advertise low prices, collect large deposits, and then demand significantly more money or hold household goods hostage.We are receiving an alarming number of calls from consumers who are in very distressing ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Monday, June 29, 2026
Northrim Bank Announces the Opening of its New Palmer Financial Center  Northrim Bank is proud to announce the opening of its newest location, the Palmer Financial Center, located at 585 S. Valley Way. The lobby and drive-up will be open Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.  “Opening our Palmer Financial Center represents an important next step in serving the people and businesses of ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Monday, June 29, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2026 JAG Ketchikan Secures $99.6 Million NOAA Contract, Builds Momentum at Ketchikan Shipyard Anchorage, Alaska — JAG Ketchikan LLC has been awarded a $99.6 million federal contract by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for the NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow Modernization and Revitalization Program, marking a significant milestone for JAG Marine Group ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Friday, June 26, 2026
To our valued stakeholders and the Anchorage community;I am pleased to share this housing development strategic report, which examines the challenges limiting housing production in Anchorage and identifies strategies to help address our community’s growing housing needs.Anchorage is experiencing a significant shortage of attainable and workforce housing. Rising development costs, supply chain ...read more
Categories: Economic, Press Release, Members
Thursday, June 25, 2026
SBA Relief Still Available to Alaska Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Recent StormsDeadline to apply for economic injury loans approachingWASHINGTON — The U.S. Small Business Administrationis reminding small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Alaska of the July 22 deadline to apply for low‑interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by severe ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
ANCHORAGE, Alaska--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alaska Communications today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Courtland Madock as President and CEO, effective September 1, 2026. Madock succeeds Paul Fenaroli who is stepping down as President and CEO in August to focus on his family. Fenaroli will remain with the company through a period to support a smooth transition. Madock brings more ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 23, 2026       The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Announces New Team   ANCHORAGE, AK – The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce announces its new team members to their membership community.     Meet Morrow Duszynski, Communications Manager:    Born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska,Morrow values community, connection, and creativity. Morrow has over ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Members, Press Release
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEHEX Strengthens Cook Inlet Operations with New Alaskan-Owned Support VesselANCHORAGE, Alaska — June 23, 2026 — HEX LLC announced the addition of Atlantis, a 190-foot offshore supply vessel owned by its subsidiary Atlantis LLC, increasing the marine support capacity for Cook Inlet’s critical infrastructure and reinforcing the region’s role as the critical energy basin for the ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Visit Anchorage Earns Added Designation for the First Time During Reaccreditation from Destinations International  Visit Anchorage earned its reaccreditation for the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) from Destinations International, and the organization is one of just 10% of accredited organizations to earn the certification with distinction.  DMAP accreditation recognizes Visit ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Friday, June 19, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 19, 2026    Respect for Alaska Native homelands, cultures, and peoples is not optional. KETCHIKAN, Alaska — Recent social media videos showing visitors mocking, imitating, or otherwise disrespecting Alaska Native totem poles and cultural symbols are deeply disappointing and unacceptable.  These actions reflect a troubling lack of understanding about the people, ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Friday, June 19, 2026
SBA Launches Freedom 250 Small Business Pledge in Celebration of America’s 250th AnniversarySmall Businesses nationwide invited to honor free enterprise and receive official Freedom 250 recognition certificate    WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched the SBA Freedom 250 Small Business Pledge, inviting American small business owners across the country to ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Members
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Today, Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance announced the recipients of the 2026 Mayor’s Arts and Community Grants, as well as the second round of the “Beyond the Beige” grant initiative.These programs provide essential financial support to local nonprofits and cultural organizations fostering a more vibrant, connected, and resilient Anchorage.“I am proud to support our local nonprofits and cultural ...read more
Categories: Government, Press Release, Members
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance is proposing two new property tax incentives to encourage the building of lower-cost homes in the Municipality, promote mixed-use development and improve housing affordability.The pair of proposed ordinances is part of the Mayor’s broader 10,000 Homes in Ten Years strategy."For our community to truly thrive, Anchorage families need a housing market where homeownership is ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Members, Government
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
RFP ADA-32658 - Room SB2040 - Concourse C Amenities Concession - ANC In accordance with 17 AAC 42.400(a) – The following should be published: June 11, 2026, through August 10, 2026 (60 days) in the Alaska Online Public Notice System. https://aws.state.ak.us/OnlinePublicNotices/Notices/View.aspx?id=224171REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP): The State of Alaska, Department of Transportation and Public ...read more
Categories: Government, Press Release, Members
Monday, June 15, 2026
Anchorage, Alaska, June 15, 2026 — According to the American Heart Association, 9 in 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside of the hospital die, and more than half don’t receive bystander CPR. CPR — especially if performed immediately — can double or triple a person’s chance of survival. To help improve cardiac arrest outcomes in Alaska, Carrie Peluso, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC, CENP, FAONL, FCNS, ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Members
Monday, June 08, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   ANCHORAGE, AK — The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Group (YPG) is proud to officially announce its Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 term, effective July 1, 2026. This year's leadership team marks a milestone for the organization as it expands its programming, reach, and internal leadership structure to support the growing community of young ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber, Press Release, Members
Thursday, June 04, 2026
New campaign gives downtown businesses, restaurants, and event organizers a free platform to promote specials, events, and experiences ANCHORAGE, Alaska — June 4, 2026 - The Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA) is proud to announce the launch of “Meet Me Downtown,” a new community-focused campaign designed to celebrate the energy, businesses, events, dining, entertainment, and ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community, Members, Economic