State of the State
Governor Mike Dunleavy delivered his first State of the State address since being sworn into office on January 22. In his half-hour speech, the governor reiterated several campaign promises including a reduction in crime, protecting the Permanent Fund Dividend (and providing PFD back-pay to state residents), and instituting a balanced budget. This week we present Governor Dunleavy’s first State of the State address.
Current Issue
October 2025
Presidential Order Reverses Ambler Roadblock
An executive greenlight for a road to the Ambler Mining District, and federal ownership in the venture, leaves talks with Native landowners still to be done.
Tiny Homes for Anchorage Homeless Expected in Time for Holidays
Builders expect to finish twenty-four tiny houses by Thanksgiving to shelter homeless Anchorage residents transitioning to permanent housing.
From Plan to Action: Workforce Convening Centers on Coordinated Training Strategies
An upcoming Workforce Convening will formally introduce a new coordinated plan for labor training in Alaska, highlighting education and employment strategies and opportunities.
As we have annually since 1985, we are again celebrating the Top 49ers, local Alaska companies ranked by gross revenue. These home-grown companies participate in all of the state’s major industries, generate more than $28 billion in gross revenue, and employ more than 24,000 Alaskans. The special section holds not only the official 2025 Top 49ers ranks but also highlights of their activities, their plans for the future, and other exciting content. Enjoy!