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Over the last year, fishing crews grappled with historically low prices, and processors sold and closed down plants over the winter. The Prince William Sound fishery is one of the most productive in the state, but fishing crews are also feeling
The mine is an economic engine for the Kotzebue region. The zinc and lead deposits it relies on are running low and the mine could as soon as 2031.
Beauty and the Book Alaska specializes in the romance genre- a growing trend in Alaska and around the country.
Since the pandemic, downtown Anchorage has struggled to maintain its vibrancy. Advocates say new investments will help revitalize the area, but business owners point to a number of concerns.
Showdown’s community outreach director Natalie Treadwell said the event encourages festival-goers to stay in state and spend their money locally.
Tidal power could be an alternative to burning fossil fuels like diesel and natural gas, which is driving human-caused climate change.
Tidal power could be an alternative to burning fossil fuels like diesel and natural gas, which is driving human-caused climate change.
The ceremony was the result of 18 months of planning by tribal leaders, who are hoping to revive the town’s flagging economy with tourism.
The report says mines are allowing day traders and Canadian taxpayers to assume most of the financial risk that comes with gold prospecting, while a much smaller group of shareholders reaps the rewards.
“Now that we have new habits, where we might want to binge watch, we also want to binge wash our car,” said Sudzy Salmon CEO and co-owner Chris Michael.
King Cove is worried about the future after its seafood processor announced earlier this month that it will cease operations. The plant is the economic engine of the community on the Alaska Peninsula.
That rise in comic-based movies has contributed to a thriving collectibles market. There are a few ways a comic could be considered valuable.
Wendy's, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Taco Time, Burger King and Baskin Robbins all came and went by the mid-90s. KTOO's Clarise Larson finds out why.
The micro dairy at Heritage Farm and Ranch in Kodiak follows strict regulations surrounding the production, processing, and distribution of her products.
Three airlines are adding new routes this summer. Alaska, Delta and United Airlines will begin nonstop service to New York City, Detroit, San Diego and Washington D.C. Airports this summer.
Three airlines are expanding services at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Direct flights to San Diego, New York City, Detroit and Washington D.C. begin this summer.
Jon Bittner is the director of the Alaska Small Business Development Center started the center. He started the center for many reasons.
Cottage bakers operate under a decade old state law that allows Alaskans to sell baked goods from their own kitchen. It caps their annual income at $25,000.
Alaskans have plenty of options when going out for a drink. However, state laws restrict breweries and wineries more than their counterparts. Three breweries are fighting it with a lawsuit.
KUCB reporter Theo Greenly discusses the future of the Makushin Geothermal Project in Unalaska after city "pulls the plug."
Alaska Beacon reporter Claire Stremple discusses proposed processing and eligibility changes to the program, also known as SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Kirsten Dobroth, is the Alaska reporter for Undercurrent News. She's been following this historic downturn.
The Costco Business Center opened in Anchorage in early February. More than 70% of merchandise is different than a warehouse and caters to businesses around the state.
Experts say the trends in state and national demographics mean labor shortages will only intensify in the years ahead. Officials say the community has to be deliberate about investing in Anchorage.
This isn’t the first time Petersburg residents have tangled with film crews. Business owners around town say the film crews gave them a surprisingly profitable winter season.
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