A recent study released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on August 25, 2011 has determined that fewer than half the population of American adolescents with ages ranging from 13-17 were vaccinated or have completed vaccination against Human papillomavirus (HPV). In Alaska, only 40.8% of these female teens have completed HIV [...]
The 2nd Alaska International Air Cargo Summit was held August 29, 2011, in Anchorage. In line with the purpose of sharing the latest updates of the aviation and cargo industry, the summit will provide a detailed overview of unique opportunities for international air cargo transfer in Alaska and how these options may benefit the carriers. Representatives [...]
The University of Alaska in Anchorage has received a total sum of $530,039 for being one of the 37 states who were awarded grants from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The grants were given in line with HRSA’s Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Other Related Disabilities (LEND) programs that are main designed to [...]
A delay in paving has caused the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) to announce the temporary closure of the and 7 of the Ralph Wien Memorial Airport (OTZ) Kotzebue Airport project due from Sept 6-7, 2011. “The Kotzebue Airport Safety Area Improvements Project – Stage I and II are currently under construction and was [...]
There is no doubt that Alaska is home of some of the world’s best breeds and rare species of animals. Amongst the most popular animals seen in Alaskan wilderness are the giant bears in Kodiak Island. “Kodiak Island has some of the best Alaska bear watching prospects anywhere. In fact, the island is home to [...]
After subjecting the draft Environmental Impact Statement for public view and scrutiny, the National Park Service (NPS) has finally released the Nabesna Off Road Vehicle Management Plan and Final Environmental Impact Statement (Final EIS). The new EIS is in response to the lawsuit filed against the NPS regarding the permits issued for recreational offroad driving and sport hunting [...]
Recent reports about the sudden earthquake at the east coast have spread almost instantly around the United States. At a recorded magnitude of 5.8, the earthquake in the Central Virginia Seismic Zone on August 23, 2011 is so far the strongest earthquake disaster in the area since 1875, where the strongest magnitude was recorded to [...]
In 2005, Bill and Gabrielle Markov moved in Alaska to escape the suburban life they have in Seattle. Today, as property values arise in most part of North America and Alaska, the couple finds happiness by living off the grid in Alaska. A website (http://off-grid-living.com ) was able to find them the best options for the [...]
It seems like Alaska is one of the favorite settings of mystery and suspense authors. Not so long ago, we shared news about books that feature the mystical aura of Alaskan wilderness and its breathtaking landscapes. Now, we introduce what would mostly likely be another gem on your book shelf. Released by Ingram Books and [...]
All sailings with FVF Fairweather from August 22nd to September 2nd are cancelled according to the Alaska Marine Highway System via the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. A pinhole was discovered in one of the water jet vanes of the port-outboard water jet while the ferry was at the dock in Juneau last Thursday, [...]