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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Mayor Suzanne LaFranceMunicipality of AnchorageJanuary 14, 2026Mayor LaFrance proposes new ordinance to support safety in Anchorage public spacesToday, Mayor Suzanne LaFrance announced a new ordinance to help ensure Anchorage’s public spaces are safe and accessible for all residents. Assembly members Zac Johnson and Kameron Perez-Verdia are cosponsoring the measure alongside Mayor LaFrance.The ...read more
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is the largest corporate-sponsored, achievement-based scholarship program in the United States. The foundation has provided more than 7,200 Coke Scholars nationwide with over $90 million in scholarships over the course of 38 years.
Proud to share that the Coca-Cola Scholars Regional Finalists have been announced:
$3 Million Coca-Cola ScholarsWhat It Is
$20,000 ...read more
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
ANCHORAGE – First National Bank Alaska was recently honored with both the 2025 Mastercard Small Business Impact Award and Evergreen Business Capital’s Top Alaska SBA 504 Community Lender Award. These recognitions highlight the bank’s dedication to promoting a vibrant and sustainable economic future for Alaska through customized financial solutions, strategic partnerships and innovative programs to ...read more
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Monday, January 12, 2026
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance today announced a proposal for a one-time, $12 million education tax levy to appear on the April municipal ballot as the Anchorage School District faces an $83 million funding shortfall for the 2026-27 school year. Cosponsored by Assembly Vice Chair Anna Brawley and Members Felix Rivera and Erin Baldwin Day, this proposed levy will give Anchorage voters the opportunity to ...read more
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Friday, January 09, 2026
Alaska, it's time to honor or heroes! Do you know someone, child or adult, whose courage or compassion made a real difference this year? Someone who stepped up in an emergency, saved a life, or worked tirelessly to strengthen our communities?The American Red Cross of Alaska's 26th Annual Real Heroes Awards honors extraordinary Alaskans who embody bravery, selflessness, and service. This is your ...read more
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Thursday, January 08, 2026
Chugach Electric Association, Inc. continues to strengthen its natural gas supply strategy by entering into a five-year firm storage service contract with Hilcorp Alaska Gas Storage (HAGS).
The agreement allows Chugach to gradually expand its reserved gas storage capacity over a three-year period, beginning with 1.5 billion cubic feet (BCF) in 2026, increasing to 3.5 BCF in 2027, reaching the ...read more
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Thursday, January 08, 2026
Anchorage, ALASKA – Lifelong Alaskan Dave Karp has joined the Rasmuson Foundation board of directors.
Karp, who was raised in Nome but has lived in Anchorage for the past 34 years, is the senior vice president and managing director for Saltchuk in Alaska. He joins the board for a three-year term, replacing Curtis McQueen, who stepped down after seven years of service.
Karp credits his unique ...read more
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Tuesday, January 06, 2026
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance today announced the appointments of two key executives, strengthening the Municipality of Anchorage’s leadership in public communications and child care and early education initiatives.Nora Morse will join the administration as Communications Director starting Jan. 20. Morse brings to the position more than 11 years of experience in public communications, campaign ...read more
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Friday, January 02, 2026
APD Retail Crime Initiatives Show Measurable Results Through Enforcement, Partnerships, and VisibilityAnchorage, AK — December 30, 2025 — The Anchorage Police Department (APD) is reporting significant progress in reducing retail theft through a coordinated enforcement strategy that combines a dedicated Retail Crime Unit, targeted Retail Blitz operations, and an increased patrol presence during ...read more
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Monday, December 22, 2025
R&M CONSULTANTS, INC. (R&M) has achieved Level 2 certification under the Department of Defense’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). This certification strengthens R&M’s ability to continue supporting federal clients and reflects the firm’s commitment to safeguarding sensitive project information.Working with Anchorage-based IT consultant Stratus Services, R&M completed the rigorous ...read more
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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Anchorage Assembly yesterday approved an ordinance proposed by Mayor Suzanne LaFrance and Assembly Members Erin Baldwin Day, Zac Johnson, and Daniel Volland that will require short-term rentals (STRs) in the Municipality of Anchorage to be registered by July 31, 2026.
The ordinance, AO 2025-115(S-2), enables the Municipality to gather essential, localized information on the number of ...read more
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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Downtown Anchorage is shining brighter this winter as EasyPark installs 40 illuminated LED snowflakes along Fourth Avenue from A Street to E Street, adding seasonal charm and warmth to one of Anchorage’s most iconic streets.
The snowflake installation complements other Park It Forward-supported projects, including the installation of the Anchorage Mushing District Arch and Illuminate Anchorage’s ...read more
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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA) invites Request for Interest (RFI) from qualified developers, design teams, and housing development entities interested in working with ACDA to design, develop, and construct a multifamily workforce housing project on Fireweed Lane in Anchorage, Alaska.
This RFI is intended to gauge market interest, solicit conceptual approaches, and identify ...read more
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Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Anchorage, it's time to honor our Alaskan heroes! Do you know someone, child or adult, whose courage or compassion made a real difference this year? Someone who stepped up in an emergency, saved a life, or worked tirelessly to strengthen our communities?The American Red Cross of Alaska's 26th Annual Real Heroes Awards honors extraordinary Alaskans who embody bravery, selflessness, and service. ...read more
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Friday, October 24, 2025
Project USMARTT: Business Surveys
Mission Statement
University of Alaska researchers want to understand how previous years of heavy snow affected your business.Background
In Anchorage, Alaska, the urban area has faced the top three snowiest years in the last decade. Specifically, from 2022 to 2024, heavy snow loads caused 24 buildings to collpase, resulting in one fatality.Survey ...read more
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Friday, October 03, 2025
Launching and growing a business today means more than securing customers and building brand recognition — it also means safeguarding your intellectual property (IP). In a world where digital assets can be copied, shared, or misused within seconds, protecting your IP is not optional; it’s essential.
This guide explores practical strategies you can implement to keep your ideas, content, designs, ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber, 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
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