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EDA awards $17,500 in grants for economic development projects in Nome Census Area in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $17,500 in grants for economic development projects in the Nome Census Area, Alaska.

By North Alaska News | Jan 20, 2025

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Nome Census Area in 2021

Farms throughout cities in Nome Census Area received $41,425 more in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By North Alaska News | Feb 29, 2024

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Cities in North Slope Borough disappear from farm subsidy list in 2021

By North Alaska News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in North Slope Borough disappear from subsidy list in 2021, after receiving $2,419 in 2020.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Northwest Arctic Borough rise or fall in 2021?

By North Alaska News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Northwest Arctic Borough received $76,195 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Nome County farmers in 2021 reached $190,900

By North Alaska News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Nome County received $190,900 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Northwest Arctic County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By North Alaska News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Northwest Arctic County received $77,994 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

By North Alaska News | Dec 19, 2023

December 7, 2023, marks the 82nd anniversary of the attack on the United States at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. This military assault claimed the lives of over 2,400 American soldiers and citizens and wounded over a thousand more. The resulting destruction was immense – in addition to the loss of infrastructure on the base, 20 American naval vessels, including eight battleships of the Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Association Inc., and over 300 airplanes were sunk or destroyed.

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Governor Dunleavy Introduces Budget Prioritizing Alaskan Families, Public Safety, and Education

By North Alaska News | Dec 19, 2023

Governor Mike Dunleavy today unveiled his proposed Fiscal Year 2025 state budget.

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Mike Dunleavy: "In honor of Alaska Day, AIDEA defends Alaskan rights and holds the Department of Interior accountable for illegally cancelling ANWR leases."

By North Alaska News | Oct 25, 2023

Alaska's Governor, Mike Dunleavy, marked Alaska Day with a strong statement on Twitter, asserting the state's commitment to defending its rights and holding the Department of Interior accountable for what he deemed an illegal cancellation of ANWR (Arctic National Wildlife Refuge) leases by the federal government.

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Mike Dunleavy: "I am sad to hear about the passing of Vic Fischer."

By North Alaska News | Oct 25, 2023

Oct 24th - Mike Dunleavy, Governor of Alaska, expressed his sadness over the passing of Vic Fischer, stating, "I am sad to hear about the passing of Vic Fischer. Vic’s lifelong commitment to service and his contributions have shaped the Alaska we know today." Fischer, a German-born American politician, was a member of the Democratic Party and played a significant role as a delegate to the Constitutional Convention that drafted Alaska's constitution in 1955 and 1956. Fischer passed away on Oct 22nd at the age of 99.

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Alaska's Stand Against Domestic Violence: Governor Dunleavy Proclaims October Awareness Month

By North Alaska News | Oct 25, 2023

Governor Mike Dunleavy has declared October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Alaska, bringing attention to a pervasive issue that affects communities across the state. In his proclamation, Governor Dunleavy stated, "Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Alaska."

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Governor Dunleavy Opens Applications for House District 40 Vacancy Following Josiah Patkotak's Resignation

By North Alaska News | Oct 25, 2023

On Oct 10, 2023, Josiah Patkotak, who had represented House District 40 as an independent, stepped down from his legislative role. Governor Mike Dunleavy is now inviting any eligible Alaskan living in House District 40 to apply for the vacant seat.

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Mike Dunleavy proclaims October 18, 2023

By North Alaska News | Oct 25, 2023

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed October 18, 2023, as Alaska Day in the state. This proclamation encourages all Alaskans to celebrate and recognize the significance of this day in Alaska's history.

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Nancy Dahlstrom: "The work that Sally has done for Alaska is the epitome of what this award stands for."

By North Alaska News | Oct 25, 2023

Lt. Governor Nancy Dahlstrom presented Sally Russell Cox with the annual Shirley Demientieff award on Friday at the Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Convention. Cox's work for Alaska was praised as the epitome of what the award represents.

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Nancy Dahlstrom, Lt. Governor for Alaska: “The work that Sally has done for Alaska is the epitome of what this award stands for.”

By North Alaska News | Oct 25, 2023

Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom presented the prestigious Shirley Demientieff Award to Sally Russell Cox during the Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Convention on Oct 20, 2023.

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Alaska Leaders Decry DOI's Controversial Decisions on Land Withdrawals and Lease Cancellations

By North Alaska News | Sep 29, 2023

Lisa Murkowski, Senator for Alaska of U.S. Senate, www.murkowski.senate.gov/ said Alaska's political leaders, including Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, and Representative Mary Peltola, have voiced their opposition to two decisions made by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI). These decisions involve withdrawing millions of acres within the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A) and canceling leases issued to the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA) for the non-wilderness Coastal Plain (1002 Area), which were awarded in early 2021. on...

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Senator Murkowski Fights to Preserve Hunter Safety and Archery Education in Schools

By North Alaska News | Sep 29, 2023

Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) is leading the charge to preserve hunter safety and archery education in schools, as she believes the Biden administration has misinterpreted federal law. The senator is cosponsoring two measures aimed at rectifying this issue and ensuring that schools can continue to use federal education funds for programs that teach responsible firearm handling, archery skills, and culinary tool usage.

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Senator Murkowski's Environmental Initiative: $2.5 Million Grants to Clean Up Legacy Contamination on ANCSA Lands

By North Alaska News | Sep 29, 2023

In a significant step toward rectifying decades of environmental injustice, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) has applauded the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recent announcement of $2.5 million in federal funding for the assessment and cleanup of legacy contamination on lands conveyed under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA).

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Mike Dunleavy advocates on Twitter/X in favor of renewable energy technology

By North Alaska News | Sep 27, 2023

Mike Dunleavy, the Governor of Alaska, has taken to Twitter to advocate for renewable energy technology. In a tweet, he expressed his enthusiasm for a new project that aims to address a major obstacle in renewable energy - effective and affordable storage.

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Best of Luck

By North Alaska News Reports | Mar 28, 2023

ASTAC is wishing the best of luck to the boys and girls Barrow Whalers basketball teams this week!

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EDA awards $17,500 in grants for economic development projects in Nome Census Area in 2023

The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Nome Census Area in 2021

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Cities in North Slope Borough disappear from farm subsidy list in 2021

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Northwest Arctic Borough rise or fall in 2021?

Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Nome County farmers in 2021 reached $190,900

How much did farmers in Northwest Arctic County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Governor Dunleavy Introduces Budget Prioritizing Alaskan Families, Public Safety, and Education

Mike Dunleavy: "In honor of Alaska Day, AIDEA defends Alaskan rights and holds the Department of Interior accountable for illegally cancelling ANWR leases."

Mike Dunleavy: "I am sad to hear about the passing of Vic Fischer."

Alaska's Stand Against Domestic Violence: Governor Dunleavy Proclaims October Awareness Month

Governor Dunleavy Opens Applications for House District 40 Vacancy Following Josiah Patkotak's Resignation

Mike Dunleavy proclaims October 18, 2023

Nancy Dahlstrom: "The work that Sally has done for Alaska is the epitome of what this award stands for."

Nancy Dahlstrom, Lt. Governor for Alaska: “The work that Sally has done for Alaska is the epitome of what this award stands for.”

Alaska Leaders Decry DOI's Controversial Decisions on Land Withdrawals and Lease Cancellations

Senator Murkowski Fights to Preserve Hunter Safety and Archery Education in Schools

Senator Murkowski's Environmental Initiative: $2.5 Million Grants to Clean Up Legacy Contamination on ANCSA Lands

Mike Dunleavy advocates on Twitter/X in favor of renewable energy technology

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2021 has 15.7% of Northwest Arctic Borough residents unemployed

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