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How a billionaire’s bet on Donlin mine could inject new life into the huge, slow-moving gold projectA global mining giant is selling its 50% stake in Donlin Gold. One of the buyers is John Paulson, who made billions betting against the housing market before the 2008 financial crisis.
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In a list of potentially targeted agencies and programs, the state’s congressional delegation has voiced concerns over one unique to Alaska: Bypass Mail.
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The future of the “Last Great Race” is uncertain, officials said in an appeal to supporters. The message comes at a time when major Iditarod sponsors have dropped out and inflation has increased the cost of participation.
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A subsidy helping low-income families afford broadband is running out of money. The Biden administration wants Congress to keep it going.
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University of Alaska Fairbanks researchers will partner with Galena residents on a Yukon River hydroelectric project.
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Earlier this March, Bethel nonprofits publicly unveiled a groundbreaking project – a “permanent supportive housing” building meant to help stabilize the lives of chronically homeless individuals in the community.
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Alaskans have until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 31 to apply online. State PFD Division offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau close at 4 p.m. on Friday, March 29.
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It’s currently unclear what impact the sale will have on Trident’s fleet, employees, or the local communities.
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While the purchases have been characterized by some as a bailout, supporters like the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute say otherwise.
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The Alaska Division of Public Assistance has caught up on food stamp applications, but there are people waiting for other benefits programs, including heating assistance.
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Despite questions of affordability, uncertainties of funding, and unprecedented logistical challenges, tribes and telecom companies say that the networks will be transformational.
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In all, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has put bids on 1.4 million cases of pink salmon, 300,000 cases of sockeye salmon, and 15 million pounds of pollock fish sticks and fillets.