Veterans said that they were concerned about the lack of benefits and internet access, Alaska’s high cost of living, and their concerns about the U.S. being dragged into a war between Russia and Ukraine.
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Alaska Native vets from the Vietnam era may lay claim to Alaska land
Congress has approved a new Native allotment filing period for veterans who served during the Vietnam War era
Veterans from Kotzebue have war stories archived online
From World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Wars and both Gulf Wars, more than 70,000 veterans have served in the armed forces. Now, more of their stories can be heard online.
Juneau veterans honored and remembered during services
Two Veterans Day observances were held Nov. 11, 2017 at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center and the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall.
Fallen soldier’s mother says Trump disrespected her son and family
The controversy began with a question about the president’s lack of response to the deaths of U.S. soldiers in Niger. It took another turn on Wednesday with a dispute over his comments to a widow.
Local organizations to host three Memorial Day ceremonies in Juneau
In a White House proclamation, President Donald Trump designated 11 a.m. local time on Memorial Day to unite in prayer for permanent peace and asked all Americans to observe a national moment of remembrance at 3 p.m. local time.
Bill aims to allow private employers to give veterans a hiring preference
Anchorage Democrat state Rep. Chris Tuck has introduced House Bill 2, which would allow private employers to openly use a veteran hire preference if they choose to. “Employers know that when military people are discharged, they come with some great skills and abilities through their training,” Tuck said.
Interior pick firmly against fed land transfer, with wiggle room for Alaska
President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to head the Interior Department sat for a confirmation hearing today, chaired by U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski. She used the opportunity to condemn the Obama administration for its many resource protections in Alaska.
Soboleff-McRae Veterans Village and Wellness Center in Haines opens
The project, including the Veterans Village apartments, cost nearly $10-million to complete. And while it hit a few snags along the way, its new tenants are optimistic.
Aging Southeast: Senior vets face extra challenges
Veterans in remote Southeast Alaska face a lack of access to health care, transportation limitations and the high cost of living. But in Haines, older vets have a support network at the American Legion Hall.