Finding investors for a business idea in its early stages can be a daunting task, particularly in Alaska. But there are angels in our midst. A half-dozen homegrown companies will pitch their ideas to a room full of "angel investors" in Anchorage this week.
A development group including a local architect and retirement-minded nonprofit has proposed redeveloping land under the Fairview Manor Apartments for a mix of uses.
RANCHO PENASQUITOS ---- A protest by several anti-illegal immigration groups Saturday afternoon on the edge of a canyon where migrant workers have camped for years was peaceful, but tense, as nearly 200 flag-toting demonstrators chanted, sang patriotic songs, and were confronted by a handful of human rights observers.
In her first official appearance as Alaska's governor-elect, Sarah Palin told Alaska miners she plans to shake up the state's Mental Health Land Trust administration to make it more friendly to developers.
All summer long at the Talkeetna airport, a steady buzz fills the ears of Geri Denkewalter, who with her husband, Eric, owns Talkeetna Aero Services. Both are run off their feet scheduling flights, supervising their staff of 18 and overseeing the maintenance of their fleet.
Money continues to pour into the Senate District D race between Republican Sen. Ralph Seekins and Democratic challenger Joe Thomas, with the two combining for $260,720 overall as of the latest filings.
