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Three businesses in Alaska have more than 1,000 employees in 2019

By Last Frontier News | Jun 3, 2022

There were three businesses in Alaska with more than 1,000 employees in 2019, according to the County Business Patterns (CBP) statistics provided by the United States Census Bureau.

Less than 10 people die from Alzheimer's disease in Alaska during week ending May 21

By Last Frontier News | Jun 3, 2022

There were less than 10 deaths from Alzheimer's disease reported in Alaska in the week ending May 21, making up less than 62.5% of total deaths by all causes in Alaska.

Less than 10 people die from diabetes mellitus in Alaska during week ending May 21

By Last Frontier News | Jun 2, 2022

There were less than 10 deaths from diabetes mellitus reported in Alaska in the week ending May 21, making up less than 62.5% of total deaths by all causes in Alaska.

Alaska State Parks: We have a new(ish) Public Use Cabin in the Chugach!

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

We have a new(ish) Public Use Cabin in the Chugach!

Governor Dunleavy Announces Appointments to Alaska Boards and Commissions

By Press release submission | Jun 2, 2022

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced the appointment of Alaskans to various State boards and commissions.

Less than 10 people die from influenza and pneumonia in Alaska during week ending May 21

By Last Frontier News | Jun 2, 2022

There were less than 10 deaths from influenza and pneumonia reported in Alaska in the week ending May 21, making up less than 62.5% of total deaths by all causes in Alaska.

Nine businesses in Alaska have between 500 and 1,000 employees in 2019

By Last Frontier News | Jun 2, 2022

There were nine businesses in Alaska with between 500 and 1,000 employees in 2019, according to the County Business Patterns (CBP) statistics provided by the United States Census Bureau.

How many business licenses were issued to out of state businesses during May 2022?

By Last Frontier News | Jun 1, 2022

There were 253 business licenses issued to companies located outside of Alaska during May 2022, according to Alaska's Department of Commerce.

Alaska ranked 34th in total VA home loans during 2020

By Last Frontier News | Jun 1, 2022

Alaska ranked 34th in VA home loans in 2020 with 6,311 loans issued.

Alaska DGGS Coastal Hazards Program Named 2022 Winner of Tom Lee State Award

By Press release submission | Jun 1, 2022

Congratulations to DNR's Alaska DGGS team for this award and finding innovative solutions to meet the challenges of hazard mitigation in rural Alaska!

Great Outdoors Month

By Press release submission | Jun 1, 2022

WHEREAS, Alaska is known for its expansive landscapes and people from all over the world travel to experience the breathtaking views and diverse wildlife the Last Frontier has to offer

Governor Dunleavy Concludes Successful First Annual Sustainable Energy Conference

By Press release submission | Jun 1, 2022

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy wrapped up the first Sustainable Energy Conference on Thursday, May 26, 2022, celebrating the robust conversations surrounding renewable energy and energy independence in Alaska.

Alaska ranks 50th in total OASDI beneficiaries in 2020

By Last Frontier News | Jun 1, 2022

There were 107,982 OASDI beneficiaries in Alaska in 2020, ranking it 50th in the United States, according to the official Social Security Administration website.

Deaths after taking the COVID-19 vaccine total 8,214 with 32 being in Alaska

By Last Frontier News | Jun 1, 2022

Deaths after taking the COVID-19 vaccine total 8,214 across the US, with 32 deaths being in Alaska, according to the National Vaccine Information Center.

VA provides 22.3% more purchase loans in Alaska for 2020 vs. 2019

By Last Frontier News | Jun 1, 2022

The number of VA purchase loans in Alaska for 2020 was 2,525 and totaled $859.8 million.

Alaska ranked 35th in nation with rental vacancy rate of 4.1% in Q2 2022

By Last Frontier News | Jun 1, 2022

Alaska ranked 35th in the nation in the second quarter with a rental vacancy rate of 4.1 percent, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

60 businesses in Alaska have between 250 and 499 employees in 2019

By Last Frontier News | Jun 1, 2022

There were 60 businesses in Alaska with between 250 and 499 employees in 2019, according to the County Business Patterns (CBP) statistics provided by the United States Census Bureau.