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ACDA Launches “Meet Me Downtown” to Celebrate the Heart of Anchorage
New campaign gives downtown businesses, restaurants, and event organizers a free platform to promote specials, events, and experiences ANCHORAGE, Alaska — June 4, 2026 - The Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA) is proud to announce the launch of “Meet Me Downtown,” a new community-focused campaign designed to celebrate the energy, businesses, events, dining, entertainment, and experiences that make Downtown Anchorage unique. Developed in partnership with Visit Anchorage, Municipality of
Teammates Serve Local Communities in AK During 35th Annual Neighbors Make the Difference Day
KeyBank Teammates Come Together to Serve Local Communities in Alaska During 35th Annual Neighbors Make the Difference Day On June 2, KeyBank teammates volunteered with 7 community organizations across Alaska (Anchorage, Alaska) – On Tuesday, June 2, KeyBank proudly celebrated its 35th annual Neighbors Make the Difference Day®, a signature day of service that brings teammates together to support the communities they call home. Dozens of KeyBank teammates in Alaska rolled up their sleeves and
Assembly Members Propose Missing Middle Housing Overlay to Enable Housing Choice & Affordability
Assembly Members Baldwin Day & Martinez Propose Missing Middle Housing Overlay to Enable Housing Choice & Affordability June 1, 2026Today, Assembly Members Erin Baldwin Day & George Martinez released an ordinance designed to expand housing options in Anchorage and implement the land use goals outlined in the 2020 Comprehensive Plan and 2040 Land Use Plan through a new zoning overlay for Missing Middle Housing. The proposed overlay would allow development of “missing middle” housing types — including
Chugach Electric Members Elect Two Directors in 2026
Chugach Electric members elect two directors The membership of Chugach Electric Association, Inc. elected two directors in the 2026 annual election. After four weeks of voting, Penny Gage was elected and Rachel Morse was re-elected to the utility’s seven-member board of directors. Election results were announced Friday, May 29, at the electric cooperative’s annual meeting held in Anchorage at ChangePoint Alaska. Four candidates ran for the two open seats on the Chugach Board of Directors. Gage and Morse
Mayor LaFrance provides update on public safety initiatives and enforcement successes
May 27, 2026Mayor LaFrance provides update on public safety initiatives and enforcement successesToday, Mayor Suzanne LaFrance, Anchorage Police Department Chief Sean Case, and Anchorage Fire Department Assistant Chief Ben Lewis gave a comprehensive update on the Municipality’s ongoing efforts to enhance public safety, increase accountability, and provide critical crisis resources to residents.The update highlighted significant progress in addressing retail theft and the enforcement of new local ordinances
Thompson & Co. named to Inc.’s 2026 Best Workplaces List
Anchorage, Alaska: Thompson & Co. earns a place on Inc.'s 2026 Best Workplaces list in the Advertising, Marketing & PR? Industry category. The annual list, published at Inc.com,honors companies across the country that have built exceptional workplaces and vibrant cultures that support their teams and businesses, whether in-person, remote or hybrid. This recognition follows a comprehensive evaluation process measuring workplace culture, employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. The process
Aryan Azarsepandan, CESCL and Dylan Avirett Join R&M
Aryan Azarsepandan, CESCL and Dylan Avirett have joined R&M CONSULTANTS, INC. (R&M) as Engineering Associate and Staff Geologist, respectively. Aryan joins R&M’s Construction Services Department, where he will support transportation and infrastructure projects with a focus on construction administration, documentation and AASHTOWare Project Construction implementation. Dylan joins the Earth Sciences Department, where he will support geological and environmental projects through field investigations, soil
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SBA Doubles Cumulative 7(a) and 504 Loan Limit to $10 Million
SBA Doubles Cumulative 7(a) and 504 Loan Limit to $10 Million Effective July 4, eligible borrowers can access record levels of SBA-backed funding WASHINGTON – Today, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), announced a new rule that will allow eligible borrowers to combine their 7(a) and 504 loans for up to $10 million in SBA-backed financing, increasing the cumulative loan limit from its current $5 million and expanding the capital available to small businesses
Built for Alaska: Tundra Testing Officially Opens for Environmental Laboratory Services
Tundra Testing is proud to announce that we are officially open and accepting clients for environmental laboratory and analytical testing services across Alaska. As a Veteran-owned and led, SBA certified business, Tundra Testing was built from a belief that Alaska deserves stronger local access to environmental laboratory resources and technical support. Too often, critical testing depends on outside systems, shipping timelines, and resources far removed from the realities of operating here in
Anchorage selected for Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Action Fund to engage young people in local so
Municipality of Anchorage selected for Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Action Fund to engage young people in local climate resiliency solutionsMayor Suzanne LaFrance announced today that Anchorage has been selected to join Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Youth Climate Action Fund, which will provide funding and capacity to support the MOA in mobilizing young residents, ages 15 to 24, to design and deliver solutions aligned with municipal priorities.Anchorage joins the Youth Climate Action Fund alongside 300 cities
First National Bank Alaska announces unaudited results for first quarter 2026
ANCHORAGE, AK – First National Bank Alaska’s (OTCQX:FBAK) net income for the first quarter of 2026 was $21.2 million, or $6.68 per share. This compares to a net income of $17.7 million, or $5.60 per share, for the same period in 2025. Return on assets increased to 1.67%, an improvement of 25 basis points over March 31, 2025, driven by higher net income. “First National’s strong financial performance in the first quarter reflects continued growth, supported by outstanding financial management and improving
Nominate a Youth Hero: Summer of Heroes Returns for 2026
May 5, 2026 – Across Alaska, young people are quietly making their communities stronger. They are organizing service projects, supporting neighbors, standing up for others and stepping in where help is needed most. Alaska Communications is inviting Alaskans to help recognize these young leaders through its Summer of Heroes program, which celebrates youth who demonstrate compassion, initiative and a commitment to helping others. Each year, several young people are selected as youth heroes and awarded
