Oleg Tinkov’s La Datcha among luxury yachts sailing around Svalbard
A map of Svalbard. (iStock) The Russian billionaire’s private icebreaker yacht, equipped with two helicopters and a three-seat submersible, is spending this summer in the
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Alaska removes thousands from state’s active voter list, erroneously flagging some citizens
The state of Alaska has removed an estimated 3,000 to 3,500 Alaskans from the state’s active voter list, claiming they may be noncitizens. The removals
The testing desert: How closing UAA’s testing center isolates Alaskans
I didn’t learn about the permanent closure of the University of Alaska Anchorage Testing Center through a campus press release or a community town hall.
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Talachulitna Float | The Jig Life: Episode 12
Marcus and The Jig Life team kick off this episode at Shulin Lake Resort, sitting down with owners Jason and Valerie HeadLee before Marcus heads
Tipuk, Tomcod, and Trout: Fishing Coastal Lagoons of Northwest Alaska
Alaska coastal lagoons are among the most overlooked flyfishing waters in the state, tucked into remote stretches of Alaska’s Chukchi Sea coast. Here’s what happened
KRSA’s Bum Rap: Conserving Alaska’s Fisheries for Future Generations
For more than four decades, the Kenai River Sportfishing Association (KRSA) has been a leading voice in Alaska fisheries conservation. What began as an effort
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Twitching Togiak Coho | Episode 11
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Quick Guide to Hiking Safety in Juneau
Five individuals died in the Tongass National Forest around Juneau during the summer of 2025. As of June 25, 2026, at least four rescues have
Your guide to the Chena River
Flowing through the heart of Fairbanks, the Chena River (known in Athabascan as Ch’eno’) shapes life in Interior Alaska year-round. In the summer, the river glows under the midnight sun, setting
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World Eskimo-Indian Olympics Take Center Stage
Every July, Fairbanks hosts the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics (WEIO), a four-day series of competitions and cultural practices. WEIO draws Native athletes and dancers from
4th of July Restaurant and Event Information
Happy Independence Day! To make your dining experience a breeze this 4th of July weekend, our Visitor Services team has compiled a helpful list. We’ve
Moose 101
Seeing moose is high on the list for a lot of visitors, and for good reason! Moose are one of the most iconic animals in
Science for Alaska Summer Series 2026
For the third year, Explore Fairbanks and the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute are joining together to host the Science for Alaska Summer Series,
12 Top Budget Travel Ideas for Anchorage
Think experiencing Alaska has to come with a hefty price tag? Think again. Some of Anchorage’s most memorable experiences cost less than a movie ticket,