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During Homer visit, Wells Fargo makes $250K investment in Alaska trades training

The donation will help remove barriers fro Alaskans seeking to obtain career training

Prince William Sound harvest gain minimal, pink catch low

Commercial pink, sockeye and chum salmon harvest deliveries to Prince William Sound processors rose minimally from July 23-28, reaching 1,440,000 fish, which included 99,000 pinks. The overall statewide pink salmon harvest remained down by more than 80% from 2024. Forecasters with the McKinley Research Group, which produces in-season weekly salmon fishery updates for the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute, said there is still time in the season for the harvest to change substantially.In addition

Alaskans to vote on ballot measure that would overhaul state election system

Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom and Division of Elections Director Carol Beecher listen to testimony at a July 27, 2026, in Anchorage hearing on Ballot Measure 2. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)Alaskans will decide whether to overhaul the state’s elections system with a ballot measure that would repeal ranked choice voting, reinstate closed primaries and repeal campaign disclosure rules established in 2020. Ballot Measure 2, which will appear on the ballots as 24ESEG, is one of two ballot measure

OPINION: The rule of law cannot become another bargaining chip

Senator Lisa Murkowski once again stands at a familiar crossroads, preparing to cast what may stand as the single most defining vote of her long career.

Eagles, Jalen Carter agree to 4-year, $152M extension to become highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history

The Philadelphia Eagles have locked up one of the NFL’s premier defenders, agreeing to a four-year, $152 million contract extension with defensive tackle Jalen Carter — making him the highest-paid player ever at his position. According to multiple reports, the deal includes $106 million guaranteed and could reach a maximum value of $160 million through incentives. The extension keeps Carter under contract through the 2031 season after Philadelphia previously exercised his fifth-year

Draymond Green returning to Golden State Warriors on 1-year, $27.7M deal

Draymond Green will remain with the Golden State Warriors after agreeing to a one-year, $27.7 million contract, bringing one of the franchise’s most accomplished players back for a 15th season. The agreement restores the same salary Green declined earlier this offseason, when he opted out of his player option to provide the Warriors with additional financial flexibility as they pursued marquee free-agent additions, most notably LeBron James.The Warriors ultimately fell short in their pursu

Academy of Country Music details honorees for 19th annual ‘ACM Honors’

The Academy of Country Music announced its lineup of special honorees for the upcoming 19th annual ACM Honors, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, Aug. 19 at The Pinnacle in Nashville. ACM Honors recognizes outstanding achievements, philanthropic leadership, and significant contributions to the country music genre that extend outside regular competitive categories. Singer-songwriter Carly Pearce will return to host the festivities for her sixth consecutive year, sharing master of ceremonies du

See MGK and Wiz Khalifa in the video for ‘Passport’

Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) and Wiz Khalifa have dropped the official music video for “Passport,” produced by mgk, SlimXX, BazeXX, and No Love For The Middle Child. Passport is one of the tracks from the duo’s collaborative mixtape, Blog Era Boyz. Wiz and MGK also previously dropped the video for the track “MPH,” directed by Sam Cahill. That video shows the artists beside a row of parked trucks during a break from their joint tour, before sharing a series of performance-driven scenes from the

Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth set first public reunion in over a decade at TEDxFargo

Former Van Halen bandmates Alex Van Halen and David Lee Roth are set to appear together publicly for the first time in more than a decade when they take part in a special conversation at TEDxFargo on Thursday in Fargo, North Dakota. Organizers announced that Roth has been added to the event, joining drummer Alex Van Halen and acclaimed artist Robert Vargas for what is being promoted as “Three icons. One stage. One conversation you won’t want to miss.”The appearance marks the fi

Mumford & Sons drop video for Chris Stapleton collab ‘Here’ featuring star-studded cast

Mumford & Sons have premiered a star-studded music video for their latest track “Here.”The cinematic visual features a rare ensemble of high-profile actors, with Paul Dano, Shailene Woodley, and Oscar Isaac making prominent appearances alongside front-man Marcus Mumford. Directed by Bradley J. Calder, the video follows the actors as they compete for a role while bandmates Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane play the part of discerning judges, adding a humorous twist to the song.The video release follow

Mumford & Sons drop video for Chris Stapleton collab ‘Here’ featuring star-studded cast

Jason Derulo, DJ Goja and Melody share video for ‘Mi Chico’

Jason Derulo, Romanian producer DJ Goja and Brazilian singer Melody have unveiled the official music video for their new collaboration, “Mi Chico,” expanding on a track that had already gained momentum across social media before its full release.Blending Afro-house production with Latin-inspired rhythms, the single arrives as an upbeat summer release aimed at global audiences, with its accompanying visual emphasizing energetic choreography and an international aesthetic. The release marks anothe

Prince William Sound harvest gain minimal, pink catch low

Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Spaghetti Squash Casserole takes roasted spaghetti squash strands and treats them like pasta in the best way possible. Tossed with a marinara, ground beef, 3 cheeses, herbs and the spaghetti squash strands it’s baked until it’s bubbling hot with lightly crispy edges. When fall is coming and spaghetti squash are abundant it’s time to bake...The post Spaghetti Squash Casserole appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.

As winter approaches, Kenai Peninsula utilities worried about running short of gas

After a cold spring, they’re planning for a worst-case scenario next winter and doing their best to avoid it

Webinar will feature update on growing landslide threat

Registration is open for a free Aug. 18 webinar on Tracy Arm and the growing threat of landslides in Alaska.Presenters include state seismologist Mike West, director of the Alaska Earthquake Center, a research professor at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute.The webinar will explore the Tracy Arm collapse and place it into the broader context of changing environmental conditions, evolving coastal landslide risks and what they may mean for communities, residents and visitors.

Courts issue conflicting rulings on Trump executive order restricting vote-by-mail

A mailbox in Silver Spring, Maryland. (Photo by Jane Norman/States Newsroom)A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the federal government can continue implementing President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting vote-by-mail, reaching the opposite conclusion that another appeals panel decided over the weekend.The conflict appeared to make it even more clear the issue will have to be settled by the U.S. Supreme Court, which already has been asked for its opinion on Trump’s sweeping order th

‘E pluribus unum’ is not a slogan. It’s a choice.

The 2026 NCSL Legislative Summit will bring together state lawmakers and legislative staff from the 50 states and U.S. territories from July 27-29 in Chicago. (Photo by Leontura/Getty Images)Like two sides of a coin imprinted with the nation’s motto, “e pluribus unum” — out of many, one — America’s political factions are cast in opposition, but they are intrinsically bound together as parts of a larger whole.From the beginning, the United States has aspired to build a more perfect union. When ou

Alaska’s 17 governor candidates have raised nearly $9 million. This chart shows who gave it.

The Alaska State Capitol in Juneau is seen on Apr. 24, 2026. (Photo by Claire Stremple/Alaska Beacon)This story was originally published in the Anchorage Press. Subscribe here.Money isn’t everything.But in politics, it sure helps. Candidates, generally, can’t run effective campaigns without it, and those who raise the most are far more likely to win.Donors’ identities can also tell the public about which constituencies and stakeholders are supporting particular candidates, and

Cordova woman arrested on assault charges

Cordova police officers arrested a 33-year-old Cordova woman earlier this month for assault. After receiving a disturbance call, officers on July 6 responded to a home on 7th Street and arrested Samantha Pauline Lena Carey for assault in the fourth degree, assault in the presence of children, and reckless endangerment. Now that The Cordova Times has transitioned to an online publication, we’re committed to delivering vital local news through our digital offerings.Subscribe to our free email news