alaska: Veterans Move To Alaska - Receive Education Assistance - 08/18/09 11:30 AM
Veterans or active duty military personnel can move to Alaska and immediately qualify for in-state tuition assistance. The tuition assistance program is being offered to military dependents as well. The previous requirement of two-year residency for tuition assistance has been eliminated for any active duty personnel, veteran or their family members … (0 comments)
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alaska: The Purple Heart Trail Opens in Alaska - 06/02/09 05:13 PM
The Alaskan portion of the Purple Heart Trail will be dedicated in a ceremony this Saturday (June 6, 2009) at 11 a.m. A ceremony will be held dedicating the portion of the Alaska Highway between Fairbanks and Delta Junction honoring those who have served their country and were awarded the Purple Heart Medal … (0 comments)
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alaska: Alaska Credit Unions and Banks Are Strong - 03/17/09 04:16 PM
Happy Saint Paddy's Day, everyone. And I am happy to report that Alaska credit unions and banks are strong and healthy. There seems to be alot of doom and gloom in the national headlines, so I am very happy to report some good news. A few weeks ago, I wrote in my blog, What to … (1 comments)
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alaska: What to Do if You Are On the Downside - 03/10/09 06:47 PM
Anchorage has one of the best economies in the nation. The State of Alaska announced this week that the Alaskan job rate was up both in terms of new jobs and in the jobless rate. However, no matter how strong the economy may be in Anchorage, Alaska or the nation, if you … (0 comments)
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alaska: Singing Valets In Anchorage - 02/03/09 01:38 PM
Anchorage is unique in many varied ways but we have just added another unique service to our list - singing valets. Providence Medical Center may be the only place in the country that can boast of having singing valets. The valets at Providence Medical Center are Siaki Tito, LeVant Logo … (0 comments)
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alaska: CHS Band Marches In Inaugural Parade - 01/20/09 06:53 PM
The Colony High School Band became a part of history today when they marched down Pennsylvania Avenue in the Inaugural Parade.
The students were able to become a part of history through hard work, perseverance and and the great negotiating skills of the band's director, Jamin Burton. The band raised the $67,000 … (0 comments)
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alaska: Travel North - To Alaska - 01/13/09 02:46 PM
You may be able to experience a vacation of a lifetime by taking advantage of discounted cruises, lodging and tours.
Alaska is beautiful and most visitors consider this vacation trip, the trip of a lifetime. It is the vacation that they always remember and talk about to others. There is good reason … (0 comments)
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alaska: Happy 50, Alaska - 01/06/09 06:37 PM
On January 3rd, Alaska celebrated its 50th year as a state in the Union.
Friday and Saturday saw many celebrations throughout the state in Anchorage , Fairbanks , Juneau , Kodiak, Nome , Unalaska and Valdez.
Anchorage sponsored a celebration which included a fireworks display following a cauldron lighting and … (2 comments)
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alaska: Eagle River Town Center - 12/17/08 02:02 AM
The new Eagle River Town Center has broken ground and construction has begun. The new town center will include a library, shops and city offices.
The Town Center has been designed to revitalize the area and bring city services to one location. The project is anticipated to bring new revitalized growth … (0 comments)
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alaska: AEDC Announces Prospector.com - 11/19/08 12:20 PM
The Anchorage Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) has announced the recent launch of it's new website, Prospector.com.Businesses big and small, local and global are using the Internet to research business demographics, opportunities and potential locations. AEDC believes that Prospector.com will become one of the most powerful business recruitment tools ever developed in the … (0 comments)
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alaska: It's Veteran's Day: Support Our Troops - 11/11/08 03:53 PM
It is Veteran's Day, a day to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice and to honor all those who have served and are currently serving this nation in the Armed Forces.
Fly your flag, tie a yellow ribbon or bolt a license plate.
I know you have seen the … (0 comments)
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alaska: Anchorage Alaska : City of Lights - 11/05/08 04:59 PM
The City of Lights is a nickname associated with Anchorage , Alaska during the winter months.
Winter days are short and the nights are long in Anchorage . Sunrise at this time of year is around 8:45 am and sunset is around 4:40 pm, equaling about 7.5 hours of daylight. With more … (0 comments)
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alaska: Anchorage Alaska Economy: Not So Scary - 10/28/08 03:22 PM
The economy is not so scary here in Anchorage, Alaska .
This Halloween season there are more than scary costumes to put our nerves on edge. For all of us, the national and global economy reports have become scary in themselves. I am happy to report that here in Anchorage and … (0 comments)
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alaska: Wish Upon A Falling Star - 10/21/08 04:44 PM
Many movies and songs have used the theme of "wish upon a star" to move audiences to tears or laughter.
In the next few days, you may have the opportunity to "wish upon a star" several times.
Anchorage has so much in natural beauty and wonders to delight the eye that it … (0 comments)
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alaska: Alaska’s Economy Holding Strong - 10/15/08 07:18 AM
No one will be totally immune to our economic crisis, but so far, Alaska is still holding steady. Because of conservative lending practices and high oil prices, Alaska's economy has softened this past year, but not broke under the pressure of the global credit crunch or Wall Street's failures.
Here are … (0 comments)
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alaska: Looks Like Oil Prices Are Going Down, Down, Down - 10/08/08 05:52 AM
As financial turmoil goes global, oil prices begin to fall. Oil recently fell below $90 a barrel. We haven't seen oil prices this cheap in over eight months. Hopefully, those unheard of oil prices have come to an abrupt halt.
Alaska oil prices are expected to see $83.04 a barrel by … (0 comments)
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alaska: Want An Energy Rebate? Be Patient - 10/01/08 01:46 AM
If you want to apply for a rebate from the AHFC, it looks like patience will need to be a virtue that you will have to cultivate.
A few weeks ago in my blog( Anchorage Sponsors Energy Efficiency!), I mentioned that the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) is offering rebates to homeowners … (0 comments)
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alaska: Let's Get Moving! A Call To Action. - 09/16/08 09:44 PM
Let's get moving and join in the formation of a regional transit system.
To build a regional transit system that is workable and deemed valuable by the future commuters of that system, your input is needed. Your involvement and advice is being solicited. A joint agreement has been signed by Mayor … (0 comments)
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alaska: Anchorage Sponsors Energy Efficiency! - 09/09/08 06:45 PM
We do things a little differently here in Anchorage, including our focus on energy efficiency. For the Anchorage Municipality, September is Energy Efficiency Month.
In the lower 48, the Federal Energy Management Program highlights energy efficiency in the month of October.
Why wait another month? Join the folks here in Anchorage … (0 comments)
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alaska: Hurry! Last Chance! - 09/02/08 04:37 PM
This week marks the last chance you will have to experience and enjoy one of Anchorage's outstanding events. There is nothing as beautiful as an Alaskan summer in Anchorage with its vibrant colors, warm sun, amazing scenic wonders, and its special festivities.
One of our man-made wonders is about to close … (0 comments)
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