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Getting a lease for oil drilling just the start of the process
Published July 20, 2008
HOUSTON -- The national debate over opening more offshore areas to oil and gas exploration has begged the question: Just what are the companies doing with the tens of millions of acres they're already leasing from the federal government?
Be nice to tourists on the road — treat them like they’re customers, too
Published July 20, 2008
FAIRBANKS — We typically associate customer service with restaurants, hotels, gift shops, parks or other places where we expect to be treated with respect and dignity.
Alaskans eligible for emergency benefits
Published July 20, 2008
FAIRBANKS — Workers who don’t qualify for regular extended unemployment may be eligible for Emergency Unemployment Compensation, which went into effect July 6.
Open Market gives entrepreneurs, crafters a place to sell their wares in Fairbanks
Published July 20, 2008
Woodworker John Megyesi knows people are more apt to buy his hand-made products when they see the details up close — designs that flow with the shape of the wood, finishes that showcase natural grain, shelf edges congruent with the white spruce bark.
STEP applications due in August
Published July 20, 2008
FAIRBANKS — Grant applications are due Aug. 8 for more than $4 million available for worker training and employment projects through the State Training and Employment Program.
Denali – The Alaska Gas Pipeline names CFO
Published July 20, 2008
FAIRBANKS — Denali – The Alaska Gas Pipeline appointed Mehmet Muftuoglu as chief financial officer.
Mt. McKinley Animal Hospital re-accredited
Published July 20, 2008
FAIRBANKS — Mt. McKinley Animal Hospital has again received accreditation following a comprehensive evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association.
Investment firm marks five years in Fairbanks
Published July 20, 2008
FAIRBANKS — The public is invited to celebrate Vonna Husby and Associates’ fifth anniversary at an open house from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday at its 610 Cushman St. office.
Alaska continues to add jobs
Published July 18, 2008
JUNEAU -- Alaska's unemployment rate experienced a slight drop in June, down a tenth of a percent from the previous month.
Oil prices take a tumble
Published July 17, 2008
NEW YORK — Oil prices tumbled below $130 a barrel for the first time in more than a month Thursday, as crude’s dramatic slide entered a third day accompanied by a sharp sell-off in natural gas.
Food Factory in North Pole to close its doors
Published July 17, 2008
FAIRBANKS -- After 17 years in business, the North Pole Food Factory is closing its doors.
Building permits at 10-year low in Palmer
Published July 16, 2008
ANCHORAGE -- The city of Palmer is reporting that the number of building permits issued so far this year is at a 10-year low.
High fuel prices curb travel in Alaska
Published July 15, 2008
ANCHORAGE — In early May, Bob and Sandy Wilson and their two cats began a long-awaited road trip from North Carolina to Alaska.
Oil prices plummet more than $6 amid economic fears
Published July 15, 2008
<p>NEW YORK — Oil prices fell harder than they have in 17 years Tuesday, as fears that record fuel prices are spreading broad economic pain led to the third big sell-off in just over a week.</p>
Exxon Mobil, ConocoPhillips announce North Slope drilling projects, contracts
Published July 15, 2008
Three major oil and gas companies on Monday announced advancements in their plans to make oil and gas flow from Alaska’s far north.