The Iditarod field is narrowing as three mushers have officially withdrawn less than a month before the start of the 54th race. Veteran Nic Petit, Connor McMahon, and Josh McNeal have all stepped down after each sustained a shoulder injury during training. With these departures, only 36 teams remain in the running. Veteran Nic Petit cited health and personal hurdles, while Josh McNeal announced his retirement from the sport following his injury. Check out the full story on the changing 2026 lineup below #Iditarod#Alaska#Mushing#LastGreatRace#iditarod2026 🐕❄️🏔️ ... See MoreSee Less
Looking for a unique connection this Valentine's Day? 🐂 The Musk Ox Farm in Palmer has you covered! They have shared adorable dating profiles for their herd on Facebook, featuring bachelors like Benedict and independent ladies like Bumblebee. ❤️ Beyond the digital dating scene, you can visit the farm this weekend for musk ox painting sessions and even a "looks only" kissing booth with 22 month old Benny. 🎨 It is a great way to celebrate while supporting these amazing animals that were once extinct in Alaska. ❄️ Read more about the farm's festive plans and the history of the herd below! #MuskOxFarm#AlaskaWildlife#ValentinesDay#MuskOxDating#PalmerAlaska ✨ ... See MoreSee Less
History was made on the ice this morning! 🥈 Huge congratulations to Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin on bringing home a silver medal in Mixed Doubles curling 🥌 This nail-biting finish marks a massive milestone as Thiesse becomes the first American woman to secure a curling medal 🇺🇸 Down here in Anchorage, our local curling scene is buzzing with excitement ❄️ Our club actually dates back to before statehood, and local competitive players are calling this a defining moment for the sport in the U.S. 🙌 ✨ #WinterOlympics2026#curling#TeamUSA#MixedDoubles#anchoragecurling#HistoryMade#wintersports... See MoreSee Less
Ever wonder what it takes to keep dozens of elite canine athletes healthy 🐾 across 750 miles of frozen wilderness? ❄️ Head veterinarian Mercedes Pinto and her specialized team of 11 medical pros are working around the clock 🩺 at every Yukon Quest checkpoint! From nose to tail exams to using portable EKG machines in the middle of the trail, these dedicated vets ensure every sled dog gets world class care 🐕 in the most extreme conditions. Read about the incredible logistics and medical expertise behind this year's grueling race here: ✨ #YukonQuest#SledDogs#VetLife#Alaska#PeakAthletes#DogMushing#WinterSports... See MoreSee Less
Managing the health of dozens of elite canine athletes across hundreds of miles of frozen wilderness is less about the stethoscope and more about the schedule, according to Mercedes Pinto, head veteri...
From the northern lights of Fairbanks to the Super Bowl stage! 🎻✨ Alaskan violinist Rose Crelli stunned audiences Sunday night, performing alongside Bad Bunny during the halftime show. From mushing huskies to earning a music degree at UAF, Rose has taken her incredible talent from the Last Frontier all the way to the big game. She is using her spotlight to inspire the next generation and celebrate cultural pride. Read more about her amazing journey from Alaska to the global stage here: #alaskaproud#SuperBowlLX#fairbanks#badbunny#violin#lastfrontier#representationmatters 🏔️🎶 ... See MoreSee Less
While Seattle Seahawks fans were celebrating what would become a victory in Super Bowl LX Sunday night at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, one Alaskan musician had the opportunity of a lif...
Safety is the top priority for those heading onto the ice this winter. ❄️ Alaska State Troopers are issuing a serious reminder to check ice thickness following the tragic death of a snowmachiner on Lake Aleknagik. 🧊 Conditions can change daily and vary significantly across a single body of water. ⚠️ Troopers recommend a minimum of 4 inches of clear ice for foot travel and 6 inches for snowmachines. 📏 Always carry safety gear like ice picks and rope, never travel alone, and ensure someone knows your destination. 📱 Read the full safety advisory and recent incident report in the article below:🙏 #alaskastatetroopers#icesafety#Alaska#staysafe#WinterSafety#PublicSafety#KenaiPeninsula#iceskating#snowmachining 🌨️ ... See MoreSee Less
Seward High School student Hannah Leatherman is heading to Juneau to help make Alaska’s roads safer! After winning the Caring for the Kenai competition with her innovative idea to use graphene nanoplatelets in asphalt, Hannah has been invited to present her environmentally friendly salt-brine alternative to the Senate Transportation Committee. Her project aims to reduce black ice and keep moose away from dangerous roadsides. Thanks to incredible community support, she’s ready to take her science project to the state level this spring break. Read more about Hannah’s journey from the classroom to the capital here: 🧬❄️🦌 #CaringForTheKenai#SewardHigh#AlaskaScience#RoadSafety#Innovation#FutureLeaders#KenaiPeninsula... See MoreSee Less
Hannah Leatherman, winner of the 35th annual Caring for the Kenai competition, will travel to Juneau to present her idea to the Senate transportation committee.
The 2026 Yukon Quest Alaska 750 is officially underway! Six determined mushers and their incredible dog teams set off from Fairbanks this Saturday to tackle 750 miles of rugged Interior wilderness. From veteran Jason Mackey using the trail as a tune-up for the Iditarod to his son Patrick taking on his longest race yet, the energy at the starting line was electric. Fans gathered to cheer on these athletes as they face steep summits and icy temperatures in one of the most demanding tests of endurance in the North. Follow the journey and catch all the race highlights linked below. 🐕❄️🏔️ #yukonquest#alaskalife#dogmushing#fairbanks#sleddogs#TheGreatNorth#yukonquest750... See MoreSee Less
Port Alsworth resident Salina Alsworth turned the 2025 weather into a stunning work of art! Using a unique crochet trend, she crafted a temperature blanket where every row represents a day in her remote Alaska village. From the mild winter tones to the brief summer shades, this handmade visual diary reveals just how unusual last year’s climate really was. Salina is already stitching her way into 2026 with an even bigger project in mind. Check out the full story of her creative journey and see the finished blanket here:🧶❄️🌡️ #TemperatureBlanket#AlaskaLife#PortAlsworth#CrochetLove#WeatherArt#HandmadeAlaska#StitchByStitch... See MoreSee Less
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The Iditarod field is narrowing as three mushers have officially withdrawn less than a month before the start of the 54th race. Veteran Nic Petit, Connor McMahon, and Josh McNeal have all stepped down after each sustained a shoulder injury during training. With these departures, only 36 teams remain in the running. Veteran Nic Petit cited health and personal hurdles, while Josh McNeal announced his retirement from the sport following his injury. Check out the full story on the changing 2026 lineup below #Iditarod #Alaska #Mushing #LastGreatRace #iditarod2026 🐕❄️🏔️ ... See MoreSee Less
3 mushers drop out of 2026 Iditarod, including perennial frontrunner
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Three mushers have dropped out of the Iditarod less than a month before the 54th running of the Last Great Race is set to start.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Looking for a unique connection this Valentine's Day? 🐂 The Musk Ox Farm in Palmer has you covered! They have shared adorable dating profiles for their herd on Facebook, featuring bachelors like Benedict and independent ladies like Bumblebee. ❤️ Beyond the digital dating scene, you can visit the farm this weekend for musk ox painting sessions and even a "looks only" kissing booth with 22 month old Benny. 🎨 It is a great way to celebrate while supporting these amazing animals that were once extinct in Alaska. ❄️ Read more about the farm's festive plans and the history of the herd below! #MuskOxFarm #AlaskaWildlife #ValentinesDay #MuskOxDating #PalmerAlaska ✨ ... See MoreSee Less
Musk Ox Farm sets up dating profiles for eligible herd members
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The Musk Ox Farm in Palmer has set up dating profiles on its Facebook page for several members of its herd ahead of Valentine's Day.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
History was made on the ice this morning! 🥈 Huge congratulations to Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin on bringing home a silver medal in Mixed Doubles curling 🥌 This nail-biting finish marks a massive milestone as Thiesse becomes the first American woman to secure a curling medal 🇺🇸 Down here in Anchorage, our local curling scene is buzzing with excitement ❄️ Our club actually dates back to before statehood, and local competitive players are calling this a defining moment for the sport in the U.S. 🙌 ✨ #WinterOlympics2026 #curling #TeamUSA #MixedDoubles #anchoragecurling #HistoryMade #wintersports ... See MoreSee Less
Anchorage curlers celebrate US Olympic medal and a first for the sport
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U.S. curlers Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin took home a silver medal in mixed doubles curling on Tuesday morning, making history in the process.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Ever wonder what it takes to keep dozens of elite canine athletes healthy 🐾 across 750 miles of frozen wilderness? ❄️ Head veterinarian Mercedes Pinto and her specialized team of 11 medical pros are working around the clock 🩺 at every Yukon Quest checkpoint! From nose to tail exams to using portable EKG machines in the middle of the trail, these dedicated vets ensure every sled dog gets world class care 🐕 in the most extreme conditions. Read about the incredible logistics and medical expertise behind this year's grueling race here: ✨ #YukonQuest #SledDogs #VetLife #Alaska #PeakAthletes #DogMushing #WinterSports ... See MoreSee Less
Beyond the finish line: How a team of 11 keeps Yukon Quest dogs at peak performance
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Managing the health of dozens of elite canine athletes across hundreds of miles of frozen wilderness is less about the stethoscope and more about the schedule, according to Mercedes Pinto, head veteri...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
From the northern lights of Fairbanks to the Super Bowl stage! 🎻✨ Alaskan violinist Rose Crelli stunned audiences Sunday night, performing alongside Bad Bunny during the halftime show. From mushing huskies to earning a music degree at UAF, Rose has taken her incredible talent from the Last Frontier all the way to the big game. She is using her spotlight to inspire the next generation and celebrate cultural pride. Read more about her amazing journey from Alaska to the global stage here: #alaskaproud #SuperBowlLX #fairbanks #badbunny #violin #lastfrontier #representationmatters 🏔️🎶 ... See MoreSee Less
Alaskan violinist takes stage at Super Bowl halftime show
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While Seattle Seahawks fans were celebrating what would become a victory in Super Bowl LX Sunday night at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, one Alaskan musician had the opportunity of a lif...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Safety is the top priority for those heading onto the ice this winter. ❄️ Alaska State Troopers are issuing a serious reminder to check ice thickness following the tragic death of a snowmachiner on Lake Aleknagik. 🧊 Conditions can change daily and vary significantly across a single body of water. ⚠️ Troopers recommend a minimum of 4 inches of clear ice for foot travel and 6 inches for snowmachines. 📏 Always carry safety gear like ice picks and rope, never travel alone, and ensure someone knows your destination. 📱 Read the full safety advisory and recent incident report in the article below:🙏 #alaskastatetroopers #icesafety #Alaska #staysafe #WinterSafety #PublicSafety #KenaiPeninsula #iceskating #snowmachining 🌨️ ... See MoreSee Less
Troopers urge caution as unpredictable ice conditions claim Alaskan’s life
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Alaska State Troopers are reminding people to know their ice depth before heading out on frozen rivers or lakes to recreate.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Seward High School student Hannah Leatherman is heading to Juneau to help make Alaska’s roads safer! After winning the Caring for the Kenai competition with her innovative idea to use graphene nanoplatelets in asphalt, Hannah has been invited to present her environmentally friendly salt-brine alternative to the Senate Transportation Committee. Her project aims to reduce black ice and keep moose away from dangerous roadsides. Thanks to incredible community support, she’s ready to take her science project to the state level this spring break. Read more about Hannah’s journey from the classroom to the capital here: 🧬❄️🦌 #CaringForTheKenai #SewardHigh #AlaskaScience #RoadSafety #Innovation #FutureLeaders #KenaiPeninsula ... See MoreSee Less
Seward student to present salt brine alternative to Alaska Senate | Peninsula Clarion
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Hannah Leatherman, winner of the 35th annual Caring for the Kenai competition, will travel to Juneau to present her idea to the Senate transportation committee.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The 2026 Yukon Quest Alaska 750 is officially underway! Six determined mushers and their incredible dog teams set off from Fairbanks this Saturday to tackle 750 miles of rugged Interior wilderness. From veteran Jason Mackey using the trail as a tune-up for the Iditarod to his son Patrick taking on his longest race yet, the energy at the starting line was electric. Fans gathered to cheer on these athletes as they face steep summits and icy temperatures in one of the most demanding tests of endurance in the North. Follow the journey and catch all the race highlights linked below. 🐕❄️🏔️ #yukonquest #alaskalife #dogmushing #fairbanks #sleddogs #TheGreatNorth #yukonquest750 ... See MoreSee Less
2026 Yukon Quest Alaska 750 kicks off in Fairbanks
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The 2026 Yukon Quest Alaska 750 kicked off Saturday in Fairbanks, as six mushers began their 750-mile journey through the Alaskan Wilderness.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Port Alsworth resident Salina Alsworth turned the 2025 weather into a stunning work of art! Using a unique crochet trend, she crafted a temperature blanket where every row represents a day in her remote Alaska village. From the mild winter tones to the brief summer shades, this handmade visual diary reveals just how unusual last year’s climate really was. Salina is already stitching her way into 2026 with an even bigger project in mind. Check out the full story of her creative journey and see the finished blanket here:🧶❄️🌡️ #TemperatureBlanket #AlaskaLife #PortAlsworth #CrochetLove #WeatherArt #HandmadeAlaska #StitchByStitch ... See MoreSee Less
Degrees & stitches: An Alaska woman’s crochet climate diary
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Port Alsworth resident Salina Alsworth had no idea that a crochet trend online would inspire her most ambitious crochet project yet.0 CommentsComment on Facebook