Oil patch bits: Melton joins Republic Services of Alaska as GM - 06/15/2025

Petroleum News Republic Services of Alaska said May 22 that Matt Melton, a seasoned executive and operational strategist, has joined its team as general manager. Melton will oversee the strategy and execution of Republic Services' Environmental …

Warm air remains over mainland Alaska

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, June 12, 2025

Thursday on Alaska News Nightly: Anchorage revives a public safety commission for residents to give feedback to law enforcement. Plus, North Slope Borough residents attempting to recall their mayor say delayed response from officials hampered their efforts …

Oil patch bits: SPE Alaska and AADE Alaska to host sporting clay shoot - 06/15/2025

Petroleum News The Society of Petroleum Engineers recently announced that it, along with the American Association of Drilling Engineers, will host its annual sporting clay shoot on Aug. 15 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Birchwood Recreation and Shooting Park …

Amid bleak state revenue forecast, Alaska Gov. Dunleavy vetoes millions in education funding

Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed more than $122 million from Alaska’s annual budget plan before signing it into law Thursday. The governor’s vetoes fell heaviest on education, as Dunleavy eliminated more than $50 million from the state’s per-student education …

Alaska’s top class of 2026 prospect commits to Boise State

Boise State lost a quarterback commit on Thursday but added a defensive player to its 2026 recruiting class later in the day.   Deuce Alailefaleula, a defensive lineman from Alaska, announced his commitment to the Broncos on X.  “I am honored to announce …

Alaska’s Alissa Pili joins long list of legends in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - For any Alaskan thinking about taking a trip to Massachusetts in the near future, a section of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has something that might pique your interest. Former Dimond, USC, Utah and now WNBA player, …

Opinion: Juneteenth in Alaska is more than a holiday — it’s a call to action

Names of United States Colored Troops soldiers on the African American Civil War Memorial during Juneteenth commemorations on June 19, 2024, in Washington. (Mark Schiefelbein/AP) On June 19, with some communities celebrating the weekend before as well, …

Refurbished Queen Elizabeth Arrives in Seattle, Offering Alaska Voyages

Today, the newly refreshed Queen Elizabeth arrived at the Port of Seattle for the first time to begin a season of Alaskan voyages. The Queen Elizabeth will homeport in Seattle for the first time. “Historic grandeur, refined elegance, bespoke experiences …

DAF May Tap Oklo to Develop Microreactor at Eielson AFB in Alaska

The Department of the Air Force and the Defense Logistics Agency’s Energy Office intend to award a contract to Oklo, an advanced nuclear technology company, to develop and operate a microreactor at a DAF installation.  The potential contract award complies …