Port of Alaska to see major rebuild, as work gets underway on critical cargo...
Work is underway to rebuild an important cargo dock in Anchorage, part of a larger $2.7 billion project to improve the Don Young Port of Alaska that began in 2014. The rebuilding of the port’s Cargo Terminal 1 began March 16, following an official “notice to proceed” from Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance. It’s just...
Two dogs run the Iditarod together — one dies: Veteran musher DeeDee Jonrowe speaks...
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Iditarod veteran musher DeeDee Jonrowe watched Mille Porsild’s sled dog team with the pride a mother feels for a child. Two of her dogs, Lion and Elora, were running on Porsild’s team; Lion next to her best friend, Charley. “I’m interested in a lot...
🏭 Multiple Manufacturing & Warehouse Jobs in Anchorage Municipality
Anchorage’s production and warehouse scene is buzzing this month — from FedEx to Builders FirstSource, several employers are hiring for hands-on roles with solid pay and steady hours.
Alaska DOT proposes median barrier on Fifth Avenue to reduce pedestrian deaths
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A stretch of Fifth Avenue is one of the most dangerous in the state for pedestrians. The Alaska Department of Transportation is hoping to change that with a federally funded median barrier. Receiving aid from the Federal Highway administration’s Highway Safety Improvement Program, Alaska...
Earthquake early warning system coming to Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A system that gives people advance warning of earthquakes in Washington, Oregon and California is one step closer to being accessible to Alaskans. At least $2 million of the $34.9 million allocated by Congress to the U.S. Geological Survey for continued development of ShakeAlert, America’s...
📅 Housing Resource Fair at Mountain View Library March 27
Stop by the Mountain View Library Community Room on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 11 AM to 1 PM for a Housing Resource Fair. You can meet with representatives from local agencies that focus on housing support. Get a coordinated entry interview with the Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness, talk about landlord or...
Jersey Mike’s Day of Giving supports Alaska Special Olympics
Supporting Special Olympics athletes, one sandwich at a time. Your Alaska Link stopped by the Jersey Mike’s on 88th Avenue in South Anchorage, where the sub shop partnered with Special Olympics Alaska for its annual Day of Giving. On Wednesday, every purchase made at Jersey Mike’s locations in Alaska...
Forum Gives Girdwood Residents Insight into Candidate Positions
Candidates for local and Municipal office had a chance to share their views Saturday night in a forum hosted by Turnagain News. The forum, held in Girdwood's Community Center, gave an audience of around 50 insight into candidates' views on key local issues. It was attended by three candidates for...
Eastern Alaska Range Avalanche Center creates professional position to monitor conditions
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU) - The Eastern Alaska Range Avalanche Center has been the primary source for avalanche and snow condition information in the area and this year, it’s expanded its ability to provide such information by creating a new avalanche professional position to monitor the area. Not only is it a new...
The Agency Extends Global Brokerage Network with Anchorage Office
Global real estate brokerage The Agency is launching its newest office in Anchorage, establishing the brand’s first location in Alaska. Managing Partners Emma Shibe and Bethany Weiser, accomplished industry veterans and lifelong Alaskans, are leading the new office. “Partnering with The Agency felt like a natural...
