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 Rasmuson Foundation reels in Ostrander to Board of Directors ANCHORAGE, Alaska (Dec. 18, 2024) — Rasmuson Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Ostrander to its board of directors. Ostrander joins the board for a three- year term. The board also renewed the terms of four current members, Lile Gibbons, Dr. Kathy Hurlburt, Curtis McQueen and Marilyn Romano, who will continue to ...read more

America’s Field Trip is a nationwide student contest sponsored by America250, the official nonpartisan entity charged by Congress with planning the nation’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, also known as the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. America’s Field Trip invites students in grades 3–12 to be part of this historic milestone by sharing their perspectives on what ...read more

Alaska 529 Awards $25,000 scholarship account to aspiring UAA nursing studentAlaska resident Matalyn Dart wins through annual PFD contribution program  Anchorage, ALASKA — Nov. 18, 2024 — Alaska 529 has awarded its 2024 $25,000 scholarship account to Matalyn Dart, an adult student and long-time Alaska resident. Dart was selected from the nearly 13,000 Alaskans who chose to direct half of their ...read more

We want to inform you about a new ID check law in Anchorage, which takes effect on March 1, 2025. This law requires that restaurants, bars, and breweries must now check the ID of every customer who wishes to purchase alcoholic beverages, regardless of their apparent age. For additional context, you can review the memorandum authored by these Assembly members. Cook Inlet CHARR and Alaska CHARR ...read more

Alaskans know how dangerous our winters can be. Nearly 300 people are seeking help for the first time from our homelessness response system, and our stock of cold weather gear is depleted. So we are raising funds to make sure everyone has what they need to stay warm this winter while we help them on the path to housing. We appreciate your interest in addressing homelessness in Anchorage. You ...read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 18, 2024 Nominations for the 2024-25 UAA Alumni of Distinction awards now open Submit a nomination to the Alumni of Achievement, Alumni Humanitarian or Alumni Emerging Leader categories by Jan. 15, 2025 ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The University of Alaska Anchorage Office of Alumni and Community Engagement and the UAA Alumni Association are now accepting nominations for ...read more

In the ever-evolving realm of business, where competition is fierce and challenges abound, the quest for long-term success becomes paramount. What if there was a strategic maneuver that not only fortified your business ambitions but also amplified your growth potential? The secret lies in the transformative power of incorporation. Like a key unlocking a treasure chest of advantages, ...read more

SAVE THE DATE! Wine Women & Shoes Anchorage will be hosted on May 31, 2025 at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown. Enjoy a fabulous evening filled with wine tastings, gourmet bites, shopping, and a dazzling fashion show featuring local and national vendors. This is not just a night of fun; it’s a charitable fundraiser benefiting Best Beginnings, helping to ensure every child in our community has a ...read more