Every year, hundreds of students from around the state gather in Anchorage for the Native Youth Olympics. For the first time since 1983, Juneau is putting together a team.
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Group of Alaskans go to Russia to visit birthplace of St. Herman
The group traveled through at least 12 time zones to reach the Russian community of Kadom, which was the home and birthplace of Saint Herman of Alaska.
Metlakatla celebrates traditions on Founder’s Day
August 7, is Founder’s Day in Metlakatla. In 1887, Duncan arrived at Annette Island with about 800 Tsimshians from British Columbia and founded what is now Metlakatla Indian Community, about 15 miles south of Ketchikan.
Community centers in Dillingham provide places of welcome for the old and young
In downtown Dillingham, both the senior center and the Christian youth center are places to find food and fellowship with others.
2 Haines food entrepreneurs are finalists in Southeast business contest
The contest is a partnership between Spruce Root Inc. and The Nature Conservancy. This year, Path to Prosperity is focused on local food.
Oprah’s visit to Alaska leaves lasting impact on fans
Oprah declared 2017 her “Year of Adventure” and launched a series of cruises – one to Alaska, where she had never been before. On her itinerary for Sitka was a visit to Fortress of the Bear, the Alaska Raptor Center, and watching the New Archangel Dancers at Harrigan Centennial Hall.