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Alaska DNR OKs scaled-down land transfer for data center development near Houston

James Brooks, Alaska Beacon -
The state has approved a scaled-down 6,800-acre land transfer to AIDEA for potential data centers and industrial use after heavy backlash over trail access.

Alaska Offline: What’s happening around Alaska (Nov. 11-18)

Victoria Petersen -
From Veterans Day celebrations and holiday markets to live music, theater, workshops, and community gatherings, here’s what’s happening across Alaska.

New outbreak of mpox in Anchorage prompts advisory from state health officials

The contagious disease Mpox, which was a problem during a global outbreak in 2022, is emerging again around in the nation.

Five Juneau artists awarded prestigious Rasmuson Fellowship

Each Juneau artist will receive $25,000 to pursue ambitious creative projects, from traditional weaving and memoir writing to glasswork and more.

New-look Alaska Senate Majority boosts odds of public pensions becoming a reality

The bipartisan coalition will continue to hold the Senate majority, with some key changes that could clear the way for long-stalled bills.

Alaska Offline: What’s happening around Alaska (Nov. 4-11)

From First Friday art openings, gallery walks, and drag shows, to artisan chocolate-making, craft workshops, live music and holiday markets, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and explore Alaska this week.

Alaska’s 2026 election results: JKT wins Alaska’s race for governor, congressional races still too close to call

Alaska's political future is taking shape as voters make their voices heard at the ballot box.

Trump’s closing message in Alaska’s Senate race: Voters are dumb

Trump’s flimsy legal argument relies on the notion that voters who want to keep US Sen. Dan Sullivan in office can’t tell who’s who.

EXCLUSIVE: Data center utility execs maxed out donations to Dan Sullivan

Campaign cash flowed to Sullivan after he helped open up military bases to data centers; more details in exclusively obtained documents.

Check out these traditional Alaskan heritage arts that showcase the state’s history of creating

Native artisans create traditional Alaskan heritage arts and crafts, typically using materials commonly found in their surroundings.

Nick Begich has stood by—and endorsed—state lawmaker accused of grooming teen

Wasilla Republican Cathy Tilton is accused of grooming a teenager in the 1990s—allegedly an open secret in the Mat-Su. It hasn’t stopped Nick Begich III and Dan Sullivan from standing by her.

Lisa Murkowski backs Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins for Alaska governor

Lisa Murkowski said Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins will put Alaska ahead of partisan politics.

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Alaska Offline: What’s happening around Alaska (Nov. 11-18)

Victoria Petersen -
From Veterans Day celebrations and holiday markets to live music, theater, workshops, and community gatherings, here’s what’s happening across Alaska.

Five Juneau artists awarded prestigious Rasmuson Fellowship

Rachel Levy -
Each Juneau artist will receive $25,000 to pursue ambitious creative projects, from traditional weaving and memoir writing to glasswork and more.

New-look Alaska Senate Majority boosts odds of public pensions becoming a reality

The bipartisan coalition will continue to hold the Senate majority, with some key changes that could clear the way for long-stalled bills.

Alaska Offline: What’s happening around Alaska (Nov. 4-11)

From First Friday art openings, gallery walks, and drag shows, to artisan chocolate-making, craft workshops, live music and holiday markets, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and explore Alaska this week.

Alaska’s 2026 election results: JKT wins Alaska’s race for governor, congressional races still too close to call

Alaska's political future is taking shape as voters make their voices heard at the ballot box.

Trump’s closing message in Alaska’s Senate race: Voters are dumb

Trump’s flimsy legal argument relies on the notion that voters who want to keep US Sen. Dan Sullivan in office can’t tell who’s who.

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