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Thursday, May 29, 2025
Did you know that having working smoke alarms in a home can cut the risk of death or injury by a home fire in half? That’s why the American Red Cross is rallying volunteers to install free smoke alarms, as part of our nationwide Sound the Alarm campaign. On May 3rd, the Red Cross of Alaska hosted its signature spotlight city event in the community of Penland Park in Anchorage, in the Airport ...read more
Categories: Community, Events, Education
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Anchorage, Alaska (May 28, 2025) — In 1955, Jenny Rasmuson and her son, Elmer, honored her late husband’s memory with a simple act of generosity, a $3,000 investment to start the Rasmuson Foundation. The Foundation’s first grant — $125 to a church for a motion picture projector — reflected a belief that even small investments could strengthen communities in lasting ways. Seventy years later, ...read more
Categories: Community, Members, Press Release
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Nick Parker, LSIT, Lindsey Sutherland and Adam Dalton, EIT recently joined R&M CONSULTANTS, INC. (R&M).Nick joined R&M’s Land Surveying Group as a Staff Surveyor. He has spent the last four summers as a Geomatics Intern with the firm, returning full-time after earning his B.S. in Geomatics from the University of Alaska Anchorage this past May. Nick has provided field surveying for airport, ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance’s work to support business development in Anchorage is wheels up.
The administration recommended NorthLink’s application for Anchorage’s Economic Development Property Tax incentive, and on May 6 the Anchorage Assembly approved it.
This 10-year tax break will support the company’s work to construct a new air cargo facility at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, ...read more
Categories: Government, Press Release
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Alaska Communications Welcomes Yasir Alvi as CFOExperienced financial executive joins leading broadband service provider
Experienced financial leader Yasir Alvi will join Alaska Communications as chief financial officer beginning June 2, 2025.
Yasir started his career in software engineering at Microsoft Corporation, leading teams building commercial software for customers worldwide. This was ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release, Community, Economic
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
“This one is for Alaska!” – David McCarthy, Founder/President, 49th State Brewing.
Join us in celebrating this exciting news from the other side of the globe. 49th State Brewing was named Champion Medium-Sized International Brewery at the prestigious Royal Melbourne Australian International Beer Awards. Being the first brewery from Alaska to win a Champion Award and the sole winner representing ...read more
Categories: Members, Press Release
Thursday, May 22, 2025
The Anchorage Assembly is seeking community feedback on a set of Municipal Site Access Code changes sponsored by Mayor Suzanne LaFrance, Assembly Vice Chair Anna Brawley, Assembly Member Daniel Volland. The package of code changes was recommended by a working group of local design professionals, policymakers, developers, community members, and the Planning Department who collaborated over 6 months ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Government, Members
Thursday, May 15, 2025
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA - David Popiel has been named a principal at Bettisworth North, Alaska’s largest locally owned architecture firm. A licensed architect with 19 years of experience, Popiel has practiced in Alaska since 2009. The announcement was made by Bettisworth North president Tracy Vanairsdale.
“David’s creative mindset and design sensibility help deepen our culture of collaboration,” ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Community members can now apply to receive Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA2). Mayor LaFrance’s team worked to find and award more than $5.5 million in federal Emergency Rental Assistance to help people access and maintain housing. Funds are available to help people stay in housing and to help people transition from shelter to housing. You could be eligible for funding if your household . . ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Members, Press Release
Monday, May 12, 2025
ANCHORAGE, Alaska – This summer, the Alaska Native Heritage Center (ANHC) will unveil three new powerful exhibitions honoring the resilience, artistry, and living histories of Alaska’s First Peoples. Among the extraordinary highlights is the arrival of the world’s only known Dena'ina ground squirrel parka, on special loan from the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York.The parka, ...read more
Categories: Community, Diversity & Inclusion, Members, Press Release
Friday, May 09, 2025
Alaska Communications and Slalom to Deliver Managed Cloud Solutions for Alaska EnterprisesOptions include AWS and Microsoft with artificial intelligence and data options
As cloud use cases continue to expand, Alaska Communications is teaming up with industry leader Slalom to provide advanced cloud offerings for Alaska enterprises and government organizations.
From enabling more efficient and ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic, Government, Members, Press Release
Wednesday, May 07, 2025
Local comedian brings laughter and mental health awareness to the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts in Anchorage beginning June 12
ANCHORAGE, AK — Anchorage native Bradley Butcher is launching a summer comedy series, titled Comedy Up North, presented in partnership with the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts in the Sydney Laurence Theatre. The series is bringing nationally touring ...read more
Categories: Community, Members, Events, Press Release
Wednesday, May 07, 2025
Mayor LaFrance introduced an ordinance to the Assembly yesterday to criminalize unauthorized fires across the Municipality.The new law criminalizes starting dangerous fires on public and private land. It makes it a misdemeanor to start unauthorized fires during fire season, to start fires on public roads and sidewalks, or to start any fires in violation of a burn ban.Right now, people can’t be ...read more
Categories: Community, Government, Press Release
Wednesday, May 07, 2025
ANCHORAGE (May 7, 2025) – Ocean transportation and logistics service company Matson contributed a total of $1.4 million in cash donations and in-kind services to 110 Alaska charitable community organizations and non-profit programs during 2024.
Cash contributions, including funds directed by employees through the company’s Matching Gift program, totaled $600,000 in 2024, while the value of ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Members, Community
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP) is proud to announce the extension of its accreditation by AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This recognition affirms CBPP’s continued commitment to excellence in business education, impactful research, and meaningful engagement with Alaska’s communities and ...read more
Categories: Members, Education, Press Release
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced Kathleen McArdle, President & CEO of the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce was selected from a competitive national pool of applicants to participate in a Master Class for members of the Business Leads Fellowship Program network. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips business leaders from across the country with ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Press Release
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
The Anchorage School District offers juniors and seniors opportunities to experience an internship in specific career and technical education (CTE) fields. Students participating in the internship program must meet specific guidelines and then be partnered with a business that is interested in providing internship experience over the summer. The mentor (business partner), the student, and the CTE ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Press Release, Members
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Navigating today’s evolving legal landscape is a challenge for organizational leaders and their HR managers. As new legislation, executive orders, and the dynamic interplay between state and federal law continue to reshape workplace compliance, staying informed is more critical than ever.
Join us for an in-person half-day session on May 22 where three seasoned attorneys will discuss the latest ...read more
Categories: Community, Events, Press Release, Economic, Members, Chamber
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Anchorage, AK – May 1, 2025 – The Anchorage Concert Association is excited to announce the return of Rock the Hill, now expanded to a two-day summer celebration at Hilltop Ski Area, July 18–19, 2025. After selling out last year, this homegrown festival is back — bigger, better, and ready to showcase the best in Alaskan music, food, and outdoor fun.
Set at the foothills of the Chugach Mountains, ...read more
Categories: Community, Members, Events, Press Release
Monday, May 05, 2025
Do You Know an Incredible Youth?Alaska Communications seeks nominations for youth who are local heroes
May 5, 2025 – Every day, young Alaskans are doing incredible things to help others – volunteering to support those in need, stepping up for friends or neighbors in tough times, or initiating projects that make their community better.
Alaska Communications is excited to celebrate ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Education, Community, Press Release
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
ANCHORAGE, AK — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce a 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective procedures, and positive community impact. Of the 7,500 chambers in the United States, 187 of these are Accredited. These elite chambers represent the top 3% of all chambers in the United States.
“Chambers of commerce nationwide play a vital role in ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Members, Press Release
