Jessica Stugelmayer

Ripe for Change

Alaska’s labor shortage offers a chance to redefine workforce development As Alaska’s economy began to reopen this spring, restaurants welcomed customers who had been long missed during pandemic closures. Hopes in April were high that the country was…

66 more people in Alaska test positive for COVID-19

Dozens more people in Alaska have been diagnosed with the disease caused by the coronavirus. The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services on Tuesday reported 59 more Alaskans and seven nonresidents have received positive COVID-19 test…

Pitney picked to lead University of Alaska during transition

By unanimous vote, Pat Pitney has been tapped by the University of Alaska Board of Regents to serve as interim president following the resignation of Jim Johnsen. In an announcement Tuesday, the board stated Pitney will take the reins Aug. 1 from…

What travelers need to know about Alaska's new COVID-19 testing policy

News State leaders announced an updated plan for out-of-state travelers coming to Alaska amid the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Mike Dunleavy, Department of Health and Social Services Commissioner Adam Crum and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink…

UA Board of Regents finalizes elimination, reduction, merger of over 40 programs

News The University of Alaska Board of Regents completed a tumultuous two-day meeting this week involving budget discussions, possible university mergers and the future of 45 university programs. "The university’s budget has been impacted by a number…

UA Board of Regents finalizes elimination, reduction, merger of over 40 programs

The University of Alaska Board of Regents completed a tumultuous two-day meeting this week involving budget discussions, possible university mergers and the future of 45 university programs."The university’s budget has been impacted by a number of…

What travelers need to know about Alaska's new COVID-19 testing policy

News State leaders announced an updated plan for out-of-state travelers coming to Alaska amid the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Mike Dunleavy, Department of Health and Social Services Commissioner Adam Crum and Chief Medical…

20 more Alaskans test positive for COVID-19

There are 20 new cases of COVID-19 among Alaskans. That brings the total number of active cases to 106 statewide, according to the Department of Health and Social Services. Of the new cases, 15 are from Anchorage, two each from Kenai and Nikiski and…

Alaska governor extends quarantine for out-of-state travelers until June 5

News The state is extending a mandatory 14-day self-quarantine for people traveling to Alaska from out of state. Gov. Mike Dunleavy made the announcement at a press conference on Friday. Watch the press conference: Under Health Mandate 10, everyone…

Alaska governor extends quarantine for out-of-state travelers until June 5

The state is extending a mandatory 14-day self-quarantine for people traveling to Alaska from out of state.Gov. Mike Dunleavy made the announcement at a press conference on Friday.Under Health Mandate 10, everyone arriving in Alaska —…

Berkowitz: Alaskans should not forfeit public health for 'short-term' gain

As cities and states around the country reopen and business moves forward, Anchorage's mayor cautioned against moving too fast, too soon. On Thursday the state saw its largest daily spike in reported COVID-19 cases since mid-April, with 13 new…

Berkowitz: Alaskans should not forfeit public health for 'short-term' gain

As cities and states around the country reopen and business moves forward, Anchorage's mayor cautioned against moving too fast, too soon.On Thursday the state saw its largest daily spike in reported COVID-19 cases since mid-April, with…

Anchorage will reopen more widely on Monday. Here's what you need to know.

Friday marked the first day of Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy's effort to return businesses across the state to nearly pre-pandemic regulations.The governor made the announcement Tuesday, saying the state's decision left room for communities to make their…

Anchorage mayor: Next step to reopen city could happen 'fairly shortly'

News Is Anchorage ready to move to the next phase easing coronavirus restrictions? On Monday, Anchorage entered into phase two of the state's plan for reopening Alaska's economy after what Mayor Ethan Berkowitz said was a successful first phase. As…

Positive meth test disqualifies Lance Mackey from 2020 Iditarod

News Veteran musher Lance Mackey has been disqualified from the 2020 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race after testing positive for meth during the competition. The sample that tested positive was taken at the White Mountain checkpoint, according to a…

Here are the rules Anchorage businesses must follow to reopen Monday

Anchorage businesses will have specific protocol for how to reopen safely after weeks of COVID-19 closures. Gov. Mike Dunleavy's Health Mandate 16 earlier this week allows Alaska hair salons, restaurants, retailers and some other nonessential…

Murkowski: Congress working on 2nd round of COVID-19 relief, more help for local governments

News Alaska's senior senator says workers for the U.S. Postal Service will continue to get their paychecks, but she was less certain about the future of the government agency. It was one of the areas Sen. Lisa Murkowski said was not fully addressed…

Beer and wine delivery is a go; curbside pot pickup passes 1st hurdle

Frosty beers delivered to your door? Yep, it's soon to be a reality. Emergency regulations to stabilize Alaska's economy have opened a new frontier for some businesses. The governor has previously touted that many parts of the state government have…

Kids respond differently to stress. Here's how to keep mentally healthy while 'hunkering down.'

News Doctors say the effects of the new coronavirus stretch beyond its physical symptoms on those diagnosed with COVID-19. Alaska health experts have said it's normal to feel stressed and anxious in reaction to the pandemic crisis. If these begin to…

COVID-19 restrictions are loosening in Anchorage. Here's how the mayor and health experts say we should proceed.

News While the "hunker down" order will continue in Anchorage, the city's mayor announced some businesses will be able to reopen. Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz spoke publicly Wednesday for the first time since the Anchorage Assembly unanimously…