The proposal imposes the heaviest restrictions on only the biggest, boomiest types of fireworks legal to sell in Alaska.
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How a troubled Anchorage strip club became a Baptist church
As more people joined the project, each seemed to have their own story of redemption tied to the boxy building across from Merrill Field.
Alaska travel industry figures raise concerns about CDC’s new rules for cruise lines
Travel Juneau’s Liz Perry says that if any large ships come to Alaska in 2021, it’ll be very late in the season.
LISTEN: Child care and health risks keep some Alaskans from returning to work, economists say
A UAA economist says research disputes the idea that unemployment benefits are causing people not to seek work.
Alaska Fashion Week kicks off in Juneau, organizers hope to make it an annual tradition
It’s not all about dressing up and checking out the latest trends. Event organizers hope to educate people about fast fashion and sustainability.
Skagway tour company is going green with its own microhydropower project
Owner Robert Murphy hopes to have most of the work on the hydro system done by this fall with a rollout of hydropower for his buildings targeted for next spring.
As summer approaches, Alaska’s tourism industry prepares to welcome independent travelers
As the summer approaches, Alaska’s travel industry is preparing for another uncertain pandemic season.
In Anchorage’s COVID-19 economy, social media skills are essential for small business — but not everyone has them
In the past year, as Alaskans changed their habits in response to the pandemic, social media became a lifeline for businesses seeing less foot traffic. But access to online resources hasn’t been equal.
Why Key West voted to curb cruise ship traffic, which inspired a Juneau activist
WLRN reporter Nancy Klingener explains how the charter amendment process played out in Key West.
Anchorage’s small international eateries, used to takeout, found a growing market during pandemic
Many family-owned restaurants in Anchorage adapted quickly to social media marketing and online ordering for takeout.