Hurricane-force winds cause widespread damage in Alaska's largest city
Thousands of residents across Alaska’s largest city were still without power Monday, a day after a powerful storm brought hurricane-force winds that downed power lines, damaged trees, forced more than a dozen planes to divert,
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Delta Air Lines drops 2 Alaska cities as turf battles persist with Alaska Airlines
SkyTeam alliance member Delta Air Lines is pulling out of smaller Alaskan airports in favor of major ones, and Alaska Airlines is adding service to the contiguous U.S.
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After school funding dispute, 4 Alaska districts move on without federally promised money
Alaska’s Department of Education claimed victory in the pandemic funding dispute, and will collect $17.5 million in federal reimbursements.
Alaska pummeled by hurricane-force winds near 130 mph as widespread damage seen in Anchorage
The largest populated city in Alaska is still recovering from the hurricane-force winds that battered homes and infrastructure on Sunday, leaving thousands without power.
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Nonstop flights from around the country and from Bush Alaska are an essential part of Anchorage’s economy
While major airlines handle flights to bigger destinations, a number of small carriers offer direct flights to all corners of Alaska.
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National Weather Service updates criteria for cold weather advisories in Alaska
NWS Alaska meteorologist Tim Markle said the warnings are designed to let community members know when the cold weather presents a risk to the community. However, the old system set wind chill warnings and advisories, which were statewide in scope, and only kicked in when there was a wind chill.
Alaska Airlines announces new summer routes from Anchorage
This week, announced two summer seasonal routes from Anchorage, flying to Detroit and Sacramento. In addition, the airline will resume flights between Fairbanks and Portland. With the updated schedule,
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Alaska Airlines adds 3 new Alaska routes, including its longest flight on an Embraer jet
Alaska Airlines will offer travelers three new nonstop ways to visit its namesake state next summer, including a new longest route for its smallest jet.
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These 2 Cities Are Getting New Flights to Alaska This Year
Alaska Airlines will launch two new flights to Anchorage this summer, offering more connections from the continental U.S.
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Alaska’s first state-run veterans cemetery receives $7M grant to get underway
Alaska Office of Veterans Affairs Director ... Many live near the state’s military bases in the Anchorage and Fairbanks areas. Based on current population estimates, Bowen said they expect ...
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Alaska Airlines Expands Alaska Schedule, Adds New Hawaii Service
Hawaiian Airlines, now part of the Alaska Air Group, currently operates the Ontario-Honolulu route with daily service using Airbus A321 aircraft. However, reservations are only open through June 12, signaling that Alaska Airlines will replace the carrier on the sector.
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See it: Frozen bald eagle in Alaska saved in heartwarming rescue with 'best ending ever'
In a heartwarming display of compassion, Alaskan authorities rescued a lifeless juvenile bald eagle from the clutches of winter, leading to the "best ending ever" for the majestic bird, police said.