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Anchorage Lake Hood Gravel Strip Airport closure moved to May

The Lake Hood Gravel Strip Airport (Z41) April closures for lighting and improvement projects have been moved to May due to snow and frozen ground.Scheduled for closure this spring, Lake Hood gravel strip will replace its lighting equipment, the... »

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Aviation activities increase for April and May in Alaska

A special presentation about mountain flying and ski flying featuring Alaskan bush pilot Paul Claus is set for April 14 at the Alaska Aviation Museum in Anchorage.“Paul combines the terrain-knowledge of the mountaineer with skills acquired... »

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Tools for gardening

Winter is quickly receding here in Anchorage, and the foremost idea on most gardeners’ minds is what to do in preparation for the flurry of activities that start with the onslaught of the growing season.Perhaps the best place... »

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Authentic Italian in Anchorage, Alaska

When was the last time you had great Italian food? Let me share an experience with you. Downtown Anchorage, lights glistening in the ice covered streets. Nothing keeps Alaskans inside, no matter what the weather. And for the first time... »

Alaska Aviation Museum Hall of Fame inducts new pioneers

A gatherthing or Alaska's most famous and well known aviation families met in Anchorage the evening of March 22, 2012 to honor the efforts of pioneer aviators. This year’s Alaska Aviation Museum Aviation Hall... »

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Murder on the Love Boat Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

There is a way to raise over more than 700 pounds of food for the hungry in the Anchorage area. Atleast that is what happened at the last Murder Mystery Dinner Theater show A Premiere Production put on last fall... »

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Anchorage Airport Police Handlers and Dogs Devour TSA Final Exams

Anchorage, ALASKA - The events of Sept. 11, 2001 forever changed air travel, not only in the U.S., but throughout most of the world.Despite its remoteness and vast distance from the "Lower 48" states, Alaska's... »

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Ice climbing in Anchorage is closer than you think

Anchorage, AK - Anchorage gets its dose of ice every winter. Have you ever thought about climbing it? “An ice climber must love the outdoors and be able to handle the cold. I like the challenge of being forced into... »

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Deborah Brollini's testimony to the Anchorage Legislative Caucus

[There are six paragraphs with advertisements in between]Good morning. My name is Deborah Brollini. I am a 36-year Alaskan, and I have two children; Lyndsey 15, and Van 13. I work for a healtcare... »

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"Fantasy Flight of Wines" to support Alaska Aviation Museum

To help support the Alaska Aviation Museum, president and current board member Orin Seybert will host “Fantasy Flight of Wines” at his south Anchorage home on Feb. 15, 2012.“I support the museum and always have... »

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Granin versus Grape

It is Beer Week in Anchorage Alaska! In addition, several tastings and events are happening all over the broader South Central Alaska. Go to: http://www.brewersguildofalaska.org/category/bga-events/to get the details. There are now 20 plus... »

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Alaska DOT&PF Closes Portion of Highway, Tunnel After Storm, Avalanches

(Anchorage, Alaska)—A winter snow storm and two early morning avalanches have combined to create extremely dangerous driving conditions, prompting the State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Faculties to close the Seward... »

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What is your family's future Alaska?

I truly believe that Rep. Les Gara was put on this earth for my pure amusement. He is the gift that does keep on giving. Rep. Gara presented to the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce for their &ldquo... »

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High Winds Blowing Snow and Avalanche Danger Close Thompson Pass

ANCHORAGE, ALASKA-(Dec. 21, 2011) Extreme winds and winter weather has forced the Alaska Department of Transportation to close down the Richardson Highway.KVAK Radio reported this morning that Thompson Pass will remain closed until at least noon... »

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Excuse me? That is my children's oil

Why is it than an Alaskan mom has been the only one to take on the Co-Chair of Senate Finance Senator Bert Stedman, the most powerful man in the state of Alaska on the pages of the Anchorage... »

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