Tag: Alaska
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Alaska’s Riskiest Spots 2023: Unveiling the Shadows in the Last Frontier
Up in the frozen north, Alaska, the largest U.S. state, matches the combined size of Texas, Montana, and California. Known as the Last Frontier, it joined the Union before Hawaii, and its capital, Juneau, also serves as its second most populous city. Celebrated for its breathtaking natural beauty, especially in the south-central region where Anchorage…
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Russian and Chinese ships cruised ” close to Alaska,” according to US officials, but they weren’t “a threat”
Despite operating “close to Alaska” the previous week, a Russian and Chinese naval formation “was not seen as a threat,” according to U.S. Northern Command’s statement on Sunday. According to a NORTHCOM announcement to ABC News, “Air and maritime resources beneath our commands performed missions to ensure the security of the United States and Canada,”…
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Houses in Alaska are devastated by record glacial flooding
As a result of record floods caused by the flow of water from a glacier-dammed lake, Alaska’s capital city declared a local state of emergency and leaving a minimum of 2 structures in collapse. The city and borough of Juneau, the state’s capital, declared a local state of emergency on Sunday following record flooding brought on…
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Federal Food Stamps Backlog In Alaska Continues; Can Alaskans Endure Further Delays?
ALASKA — While Alaska’s state government has made headway in providing federal food stamps to more individuals, critics say the procedure for appealing state denials or delays is broken. Federal food stamps are benefits administered by the state of Alaska, and there are deadlines for the state to provide the benefit to qualified applicants. Since…
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Juneteenth and Mail Deliveries: Rebates and Relief Payments Guide
As Juneteenth gains recognition as a federal holiday, it’s essential to understand how it affects mail delivery and tax refunds. This article provides updates on mail services, state tax refund distributions, and the impact of Juneteenth on tax returns. Stay informed to ensure a smooth process and timely receipt of refunds. Federal Holidays Cause Postal…
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Alaska New State Budget Could Boost Permanent Fund Dividend For Residents Depending On The Oil Price
One provision of the newly passed Alaska state budget could be an advantage for Alaska residents. They may be eligible to receive a $500 permanent fund dividend. But this will all depends on the oil price. The newly passed Alaska state budget could give residents a $500 permanent fund dividend One section of the…
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Youngest Girl To Be Convicted Of Murder In Alaska Will Get Sentence Reconsideration After Four Decades
The youngest girl to be convicted of murder in Alaska will get a reconsideration of the sentence four decades later. Alaska’s Youngest Girl To Be Convicted of Murder For Killing Three People The then-14-year-old Winona Fletcher became the youngest girl to be convicted of murder in Alaska after being involved in fatally shooting three people…