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by Samantha Davenport | Jul 27, 2026
T.G.I.F.F
by Samantha Davenport | Jul 27, 2026
US Coast Guard Selects Wasilla Contractor to Build Crew Housing in Seward
Orion Construction Inc. of Wasilla wins the $9.8 million contract for six housing units and a maintenance support building in Seward for crews of a new US Coast Guard cutter.
New Lodge in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
At the end of the road in McCarthy, hospitality begins with the opening of The Great St. Elias Station, a new destination from the owners of Ultima Thule Lodge.
Disney Cruise Line Commits to Fifteen More Years at Icy Strait Point
Huna Totem Corporation signed a fifteen-year agreement with Disney Cruise Line securing preferential access at Icy Strait Point.
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Shopping Options Expand on Fourth Avenue
A grand opening for Pacific Corner Market heralds more shopping options on Fourth Avenue in Downtown Anchorage, with an expanded Midnight Market next door.
Alaska Employment: Unemployment Rate Down in June, but Fewer Jobs than a Year Ago
Job growth in June was negative due to federal cuts, even as 4.4 percent unemployment was the lowest rate Alaska has seen in more than a year.
ACC’s Span Elite Acquires Arctic Harvest Deliveries
The founder of Alaska Harvest Deliveries transitioned to a new job helping entrepreneurs, so she sold the business to Alaska Commercial Company.
HOTWORX Franchise Expands to Alaska, Starting in Wasilla
Former Alaskans return with a new fitness trend: hot yoga, hot pilates, and hot cycle sessions held in saunas to keep muscles limber and lithe.
Feds Settle Port of Alaska Lawsuit for $191.3M
A dozen years since a lawsuit was filed, the US Maritime Administration settled with the Municipality of Anchorage for $191.3 million over defective port improvements.
Birch & Bloom Family Lounge Brings All-Ages Play Space to Eagle River
Birch & Bloom Family Lounge is a place where kids and parents can enjoy open play, workshops, classes, birthday parties, and events.
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July 30, 2026
3rd Annual Legal Career Fair
The Alaska Bar Association, in partnership with the Anchorage Bar Association, invites job seekers, students, recent graduates, and experienced professionals to attend the 3rd Annual Legal Career Fair and Reception at the William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center, La Perouse Room, in Anchorage.
August 4, 2026
Anchorage | Claude Impact Lab
The Claude Community, an outreach and engagement initiative by AI developer Anthropic, is exploring hard questions about the emerging technology.
August 5, 2026
2026 Anchorage Economic Luncheon
The 2026 Anchorage Economic Luncheon, hosted by the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) serves as the premier event for business and community leaders to discuss the economic outlook for the region and beyond.
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Alaska Pacific University
Associated General Contractors of Alaska
Personnel Plus
Thomas Head & Greisen, PC
SeaTac Marine
Lynden
American Marketing Association Alaska Chapter
Anchorage Economic Development Corporation
Doyon, Limited
Oxford Assaying & Refining
ASRC Energy Remediation
General Manager Promoted at UIC Oil & Gas Support
UIC Oil & Gas Support, the logistics division of UIC Commercial Services, promoted Joe Barron to General Manager.
Eleven Promotions at Northrim Bank
Eleven promotions at Northrim Bank recognize the leadership, strong performance, and ongoing contributions of several officers to the bank’s success.
Leadership Promotions at Aleut
Aleut promoted Ethan Tyler to VP of Public Policy and Shareholder Engagement and Theresa Cross to VP of Operations and Support Services.
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On the first Friday of each month, businesses host music, food, and art events. Who coordinates First Friday, and what’s the impact on participating businesses?
Profit by the Pint: Toasting Alaska’s Favorite Breweries
Some of Alaska’s brewers have decades of experience guiding their businesses and operations. What leads to a successful brewery in Alaska?
Characteristics of Leadership: Indecisiveness
Throughout 2026, this series on effective leadership interviews knowledgeable Alaskans and shares their methods of aligning values with ethical conduct. This month’s topic: when indecisive leaders paralyze an organization.
The Vacancy Chain: Transitions Expose Leaders
Manager effectiveness isn’t a single measurement; it is a system of three components: results, environment, and capacity. Brian Walch describes a scenario where all is not as fine as it appears.
Characteristics of Leadership: Recklessness
Throughout 2026, this series on effective leadership interviews knowledgeable Alaskans and shares their methods of aligning values with ethical conduct. This month’s topic: when risk-taking crosses the line into recklessness.