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Muldoon Gate closed due to construction beginning July 22
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Construction at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s Muldoon Gate, extending to the roundabout on Provider Drive, will begin on July 22. The gate is estimated to reopen the morning of Sept. 3, 2024. These areas will be closed to install a new canopy over the Muldoon Gate, traffic calming devices at the gate, and modifications to the roundabout medians. “The canopy will protect our defenders from the elements and provide better lighting at the gate,” said Scott Adams,
Invitation to ASD's Academies of Anchorage Freshman Academy Career Exploration Event
Freshman Career Expo Exhibitor Invitation Oct 4, 2024 9:30-2:30 @ The Dena’ina CenterGreetings Community Members, The Anchorage School Board's approval of our master plan marks an exciting milestone: the official launch of the Academies of Anchorage (AoA)! This fall, all incoming freshmen at our eight comprehensive high schools will begin their journey through the Freshman Academy, including a career exploration course, an industry career expo, and a visit to a local college. This achievement is a
Global Credit Union Appoints New Executive Leadership
Global Credit Union Appoints New Executive Leadership Anchorage, AK – Global Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Graham, Katy Pritsos, and Chris Hibbs to new executive-level roles. Jessica Graham was promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer. In her new role, she will be responsible for the delivery of coordinated, organized, and efficient support services to Global’s business lines and internal clients—facilitating cross-departmental communication and removing
$5.75 million approved by Rasmuson Foundation Board
Anchorage, Alaska – The Rasmuson Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce $5.75 million in grants supporting organizations driving progress in higher education, housing and cultural revitalization across Alaska. These new grants bring the 2024 total to $7.5 million in Foundation investments while traditional grant programs remain paused. The University of Alaska will receive $5 million from Rasmuson Foundation over five years to strengthen its Arctic Leadership Initiative, investing in
First National Bank Alaska voted Best Place to Work for ninth consecutive year
Anchorage, Alaska – For the ninth year in a row, Alaska Business magazine readers voted First National Bank Alaska as the Best Place to Work. The bank also took home the title of Best Bank/Credit Union for the fourth time running, and Best Customer Service in the 2024 Best of Alaska Business Awards. “Thank you, Alaska!” said Board Chair and CEO/President Betsy Lawer. “Another big win for our dedicated employees who consistently nurture a well-connected workplace. As Alaska’s community bank, we are
Transform Your Expertise: 7-Week Workshop with BrushPic
Join me, Ohenewa Anno, founder and owner of BrushPic in Anchorage, for a transformative workshop designed to help business owners and skilled professionals turn their unique skills into valuable online courses, eBooks, or audiobooks. This workshop is an opportunity to create new revenue streams and share your expertise with a wider audience. With over seven years of experience creating marketing assets, I have helped numerous entrepreneurs and small business owners expand their online presence and boost
Chugach Electric’s Beluga River investment surpasses $100 million in savings for members
Chugach Electric Association, Inc.’s (Chugach) investment in the Beluga River Unit (BRU) natural gas field in Cook Inlet has saved members more than $100 million over the past eight years. Chugach holds a two-thirds working interest in the BRU, with Hilcorp Alaska, LLC (Hilcorp) owning the remaining one-third and serving as operator of the field. Chugach acquired a 10% interest in 2016, and another 57% interest in the field as part of the acquisition of Municipal Light & Power in 2020. The cumulative net
SBA Announces New Solicitation to Expand Funding for Regional Innovation Cluster Network
Regional Innovation Clusters Will Increase Startup and Small Business Participation in U.S. Supply Chain WASHINGTON– Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s more than 33 million small businesses, announced a new funding solicitation for the SBA’s Regional Innovation Cluster (RIC) Initiative that will make awards for the first time at two funding levels: emerging and mature clusters. The RIC
Anchorage Residents Launch Project Anchorage, Effort to Improve Quality of Life and Diversify Anchorage Revenue Sources
Business community solicits project ideas from Anchorage residents Anchorage, Alaska—A coalition of Anchorage business leaders and residents announced today the launch of Project Anchorage, an initiative designed to lower property taxes, increase livability, promote economic growth, and broaden the city’s revenue sources so visitors and commuters also contribute. Led by Anchorage Economic Development Corporation (AEDC), the coalition is promoting the development of a transformational series of
Anchorage Chamber Releases Community Care Kit
New resource helps businesses respond to community members in crisis ANCHORAGE – Today, the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce released its Community Care Kit: Best Practices for Responding to Community Members and Employees in Crisis. The Chamber announced the Community Care Kit at its "Make it Monday" forum, alongside a panel of local business and crisis response experts.The Community Care Kit helps businesses and the Anchorage community compassionately and effectively respond to challenging on-the-ground