New economic data from the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development reveals higher costs for almost everything.
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Spike in shipping costs has Southeast businesses up in arms
Freight rates increase all the time. And at small increments people just suck it up. But small business owners are seeing a steeper hike than anyone expected.
As energy prices drop, Alaska’s inflation rate follows
Last year, Anchorage’s inflation rate went up half a percent, the lowest recorded increase in 27 years.
Legislature wraps nearly two months past regular deadline
There will be no government shutdown, or an 11th hour deal to avert one.
What does the country’s most expensive Quarter Pounder with Cheese look like?
Perhaps you’ve heard by now that Juneau has topped another “most expensive _______” list. The culprit this time? The McDonald’s Quarter Pounder with cheese.
Energy continues to keep Alaska’s cost of living high
Alaska’s cost of living continues to rise, and energy prices remain the big culprit.