Canine Resources: Pets and Service Animals in the Workplace
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Alaska Works Partnership Expands Training with Lowe’s Foundation Grant
A $700,000 grant from the Lowe’s Foundation will help the Alaska Works Partnership provide free construction training to 500 more people over the next two years.
ARG Industrial Expands to Salem, Oregon
Anchorage-based hose and rigging supplier ARG Industrial is opening a new branch in Salem, Oregon, which becomes its second in the state and the southernmost location in the company.
Governor Signs Railroad Bond Authority for Seward Cruise Terminal
After a veto on a technicality last year, Gov. Mike Dunleavy signed legislation extending the Alaska Railroad’s bond authority to $135 million for a new Seward Cruise Terminal.
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Alaska Employment: Job Count Rises by 1.6% in February, Unemployment Rate Flat
Unemployment in Alaska held steady at 4.7 percent in February, even as total employment grew by 1.6 percent compared to a year earlier.
Alaska Department of Transportation Proposes Study of Ferry Terminal in Hyder
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities wants to study a new ferry terminal in Hyder for alternative access to Canada.
Federal Approval Secured for Alaska’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
Alaska’s 2025 federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure plan approved, opening door to $11 million for charging stations and more.
Fairbanks and Anchorage International Airports Unify Management Under One Director
The manager of the Fairbanks and Anchorage international airports formally takes a new title as Director of the Alaska International Airport System.
Credit Union 1 Answers Skagway’s Call for Greater Financial Access
Credit Union 1 plans to open a Skagway branch in April after Skagway municipal leaders signaled a desire for more financial options.
Holland America Line Announces Multi-Year Expansion to Enhance Denali Lodge
Holland America Line plans a $70 million investment over three years in Denali Lodge to enhance Cruisetours offerings for guests.
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The Alaska Safety Alliance and Associated Builders and Contractors of Alaska are hosting the 2025 Safety Expo, with events in Anchorage and Fairbanks, in May.
The fourth annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference will be held June 3 through June 5, with pre-conference events hosted by the US Department of Energy Arctic Energy Office and Launch Alaska on June 2.
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New Generation of Leadership at John Hall’s Alaska
Elizabeth Hall succeeds her father as President of tour operator John Hall’s Alaska, while the eponymous founder of the family-owned company remains CEO. Her brother Joe Hall is promoted to Chief Operating Officer.
Landye Bennett Blumstein Attorney Makes Partner
Alexander J. Kubitz, who has been with the law firm of Landye Bennett Blumstein since 2019, was named Partner effective January 1, 2025.
Coffman Engineers Corrosion Control Technician Certified as Tank Inspector
James Delaney, a corrosion control technician at Coffman Engineers, obtained his American Petroleum Institute 653 certification as an Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector.
Moving Pieces: Q&A with Alaska Trucking Association
The Alaska Trucking Association welcomed a new president and CEO in July. In this interview, Jaime Benson describes her experience and her vision for ground transport in Alaska.
Mission Critical: Graphite One and Nikolai Nickel
The Nikolai and Graphite One mining projects are still under exploration, yet their respective owners are making progress in finding suppliers and partners interested in strengthening the supply of materials needed for the energy transition.