by Vanessa Orr | Jan 30, 2023 | Alaska Native, Magazine
Each year, approximately 2,000 students statewide take part in Native Youth Olympics junior and senior games, athletic contests based on skills crucial to Alaska Natives people’s traditional way of life. More than just a display of athletic prowess, the events focus on promoting healthy lifestyles, positive self-esteem, leadership skills, and good sportsmanship through friendly athletic competition.
by Vanessa Orr | Jan 16, 2023 | Magazine, Small Business
Alaskan-owned Upper One Studios has developed a range of marketing and media tools to meet the needs of any small business or nonprofit budget.
by Vanessa Orr | Dec 12, 2022 | Magazine, Media & Arts
YouTube makes uploading videos easy, but making an income on the platform takes as much work as any traditional job. Several Alaskans have found success sharing their unique points of view—with a particularly stunning state as a background.
by Vanessa Orr | Nov 1, 2022 | Magazine, Mining
The Minerals Security Partnership urges investment for strategic minerals. Local experts question if and how the MSP will help Alaska.
by Vanessa Orr | Sep 12, 2022 | Magazine, Oil & Gas
ConocoPhillips Alaska’s optimization of new technologies and commitment to sustainable development has enabled it to reduce its footprint in the environment by extending drilling from fewer well pads, providing increased revenue and employment opportunities in the state.
by Vanessa Orr | Sep 6, 2022 | Alaska Native, Magazine
All twelve Alaska Native regional corporations marked their 50th birthdays, six months after they celebrated the anniversary of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act that authorized them.
by Vanessa Orr | Aug 29, 2022 | Magazine, Manufacturing
Shipping in the materials needed to build traditional offices, workforce accommodations, repair facilities, and even military installations can be expensive and time consuming, and for this reason, many industries turn to modular facilities.
by Vanessa Orr | Jul 25, 2022 | Magazine, Manufacturing, Retail, Small Business
Local entrepreneurs are tapping their own love for our four-legged friends and taking advantage of a growing pet industry to meet the needs of Alaska’s pet owners.
by Vanessa Orr | Jun 20, 2022 | Magazine, Tourism
After two not-so-great travel years as the result of a worldwide pandemic, people are ready to hit the highway—and some of them plan to do it in style. Traveling by RV is quickly growing in popularity, and for many people, it’s the perfect way to visit Alaska’s road-accessible attractions.
by Vanessa Orr | Mar 21, 2022 | Construction, Magazine, Transportation
Although the process to replace the aging South Harbor will be a long one, a $20 million RAISE grant awarded to the City of Cordova will allow the project to finally move forward.