Press Release - 

“We have a $4 billion deficit, which means the status quo is not on the menu. Despite the legislature’s inaction, I’m still going to make sure Alaskans get a sustained permanent fund dividend.”

Contributed by Rep. Lynn Gattis - 

Alaska is facing an unprecedented budget crisis. This is largely due to a continuing decline of oil production, a precipitous drop in oil prices, and an unwillingness by some to make the necessary changes in state government to save money.

Press Release - 

House Finance Co-Chairs, Mark Neuman and Steve Thompson released the following statements after Governor Bill Walker released his budget vetoes for the FY17 Statewide Operating Budget, House Bill 256, and the FY17 Capital Budget, Senate Bill 138.

Contributed by Representative Jim Colver - 

I adamantly argued against passage of the SB 91 which I call “Catch  and Release”, because it not only fails to provide justice to victims of crime, it doesn’t deliver promised treatment for drug addicts and most importantly, it makes our communities less safe. 

Contributed by Adam Crum, Candidate for State Senate Seat F - 

There is a lot of work to do to correct our state. But it can be done.

Vote for Adam Crum on August 16, and I will go to work for you.

Press Release - 

On July 1st 2016, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit rejected the State of Alaska’s attempt to block the U.S. Department of the Interior from taking land into trust to safeguard it for Alaska tribes. 

This decision is a historic victory for Alaska tribes ten years in the making.

Contributed by Rep. Shelley Hughes

Oil prices low? Fiscal challenge? Some see the glass half empty; I see it half full.

Contributed by David Wilson - 

I am turning to the people who also believe that Alaska is not only The Last Frontier, but also The Great Frontier.

That is why I am inviting you to get involved to support a candidate with integrity, honesty and experience that will help make Alaska strong again. 

Poetry contributed by Yvonne Moss.

Poetry contributed by Mike Adams.

Contributed by Vic Kohring - 

A year ago this month, our family lost a precious member to an unfortunate accident. I

It has taken me a full year to work up the courage to write about my nephew Aaron, who was a week shy of his 27th birthday the day he went to be with his Lord and Savior.

Poetry contributed by Nan Potts.

Contributed by Joni Gerharz - 

Please come help us “Do Great Good” while enjoying an education in pairing fine wines and brews with the best of the culinary offerings!

Poetry contributed by Austa Smith.

Poetry contributed by Donald J. Cutler.

Press Release - 

The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the theme of its fourth annual Palmer on Parade Art Auction: “Wandering Waters”.

Poetry contributed by Jared Logsdon.

Contributed by Angie Lewis, President of Alaska Animal Advocates - 

Summer should be a time of enjoyment for you and your dog, but all too often this is a time of year when situations arise that can endanger your dog. 

Press Release - 

Come see the most quilts ever displayed at MATI 3800 W Museum Drive and please join us Saturday, July 30th from 12pm-3pm.

Contributed by Angie Lewis, President of Alaska Animal Advocates - 

Lyle’s feet never touched the grass, he never smelled the fresh air and he was never able to run in the wind.

Well, those days of “never” are over for Lyle.