A group of Alaska car dealerships advertised vehicles for sale that they did not actually have, according to a state lawsuit.
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Alaska construction employment trends show uneven post-pandemic recovery, wage deflation
Economist Sara Teel wrote that the state’s shrinking population of working-age adults is a possible factor.
On its last day in business, Juneau staple J&J Deli draws a nostalgic lunch rush
The Doogans ran the store for 13 years, with Alma manning the counter solo on most days. They decided to shut down so they could focus on her health.
Big carmakers unite to build a charging network and reassure reluctant EV buyers
A lack of fast chargers for road trips is a major deterrent for would-be electric vehicle purchasers. In response, big automakers are following Tesla’s playbook — and teaming up in an unusual way.
More outdoor seating is coming at Alaska’s bars, taprooms and restaurants, but it may take time
Regulatory changes by the state aren’t on track to reach completion until after summer, despite the hopes of alcohol licensees.
Distillery planned for Cantwell’s famously dilapidated igloo
“The way that it looks outside right now, you think: ‘What a dump hole,’” Shirley Schmidt said. “Inside, it’s a masterpiece.”
New Anchorage airline aims to bring year-round tourism to Alaska
Starting early next year, Northern Pacific will offer flights from cities in Japan and Korea to Anchorage, and then to Lower 48 destinations.
Ongoing internet outage hamstrings 911, other vital services in Northwest Alaska
The outage is affecting everything from emergency dispatch to EBT cards and payroll.
Amid child care crisis, some Alaska businesses launch centers for employees’ kids
Companies report happier staff and better retention rates — especially as affordable child care becomes harder and harder to find.
Anchorage now has the third busiest cargo airport in the world, with plans for growth
The airport now accounts for one out of seven jobs in Anchorage.