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thread Announces 6th Annual Summit on the Economic Impact of Early Care & Learning: Building Solutions & Creating Opportunity
Anchorage, Alaska — thread, Alaska’s Statewide Child Care Resource and Referral agency, will host its 6th Summit on the Economic Impact of Early Care & Learning: Building Solutions & Creating Opportunity on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown. The full-day event will bring together local and national leaders, policymakers, businesses and community advocates to focus on solutions that strengthen Alaska’s child care system. Families, communities, and
YWCA Alaska announces 2025 Women of Achievement Awardees
YWCA Alaska is proud to announce it’s 2025 Women of Achievement Awardees. The Women of Achievement is the flagship program and event for YWCA Alaska since 1989. Over 350 women leaders have been recognized in Alaska for their commitment to eliminating racism and empowering women, for their amazing work in their professional careers, their commitment to community, and their inspiration for younger generations. This year’s awardees are:Cara Durr, CEO – Food Bank of AlaskaJaime Bricker - Tribal President &
Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Gold Pan Nominations Open
ANCHORAGE – The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s 68th Annual Gold Pan Awards “Brilliance on Bourbon Street” will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center. Established in 1957, the awards are one of Anchorage’s longest-running civic programs. "An Anchorage Chamber Gold Pan Award is an iconic, coveted recognition in our community of service and success, celebrating outstanding civic dedication and economic accomplishment,” says Kathleen McArdle, President & CEO. For
Mayor LaFrance highlights Port of Alaska’s national significance during three visits from federal of
A visit Monday to the Don Young Port of Alaska by Dale R. Marks, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment, marked the third high-level federal visit to the port in just one week, underscoring its national importance.Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance hosted the tour and briefing alongside Acting Port Director Jim Jager and Colonel Lisa M. Mabbutt, Commander of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER).Assistant Secretary Marks’ visit follows tours last Tuesday by U.S. Secretary
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards the Anchorage Chamber with 5-Star Accreditation
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 their communities every day,” said Raymond P. Towle, Vice President, Federation Relations and Coalition
