A total of 23 competitors lined up Thursday to compete in the inaugural Top of the World 350 Sled dog race. This race pays tribute to an Eagle Village tribal chief, Isaac Juneby, who died earlier this year; the mushers opted to carry memorabilia of Juneby with them to present to Eagle Village residents at … Continue reading Inaugural Top of the World 350 Sled Dog Race finishing on Sunday
Alaska’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 6.8 percent in November
According to a recent report, Alaska’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in nearly four years this past November at a preliminary 6.8 percent. This rate compares to a seasonally adjusted 7.1 percent in October and 7.4 percent in November 2011. For Alaska, 2012 began with unemployment at 7.2 percent and this rate fluctuated … Continue reading Alaska’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 6.8 percent in November
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Recycle your Christmas Tree and Holiday wrapping paper in Mat-Su Valley this week
After all the presents are opened and the Christmas tree has been fully admired, you might be now looking for a place to discard your piles of used wrapping paper and live trees; that’s why Mat-Su Valley AK offers an easy way to recycle these items post-holidays. Mat-Su Valley AK residents can drop off their … Continue reading Recycle your Christmas Tree and Holiday wrapping paper in Mat-Su Valley this week
Alaska Railroad Northern Rail Extension project moves forward
In a recent report, The Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) announced delivery of 165-foot steel girders to the Tanana River Crossing construction site last week. Over the next few months 80 girders will be transported to this Salcha AK site via truck convoy. The construction of the Tanana River Crossing, the bridge, and an associated levee … Continue reading Alaska Railroad Northern Rail Extension project moves forward
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Mat-Su AK’s Ice-Breaking Ferry may be headed to the Tropics
Mat-Su Borough’s ice-breaking ferry may be headed for warmer seas according to a recent report from Anchorage Daily News online. The borough is looking to give the ferry, named the Susitna, to a U.S. territory in the middle of the Pacific Ocean known as the Northern Mariana Islands. Although the ferry was originally a prototype … Continue reading Mat-Su AK’s Ice-Breaking Ferry may be headed to the Tropics
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Alaska Ranked 6th Best Run State in the Nation
In a recent article titled “The Best and Worst Run States in America: A Survey of All 50,” Alaska ranked in number six for the best run state in the nation. This ranking comes from a survey conducted by 24/7 Wall St, a Delaware corporation’s website that focuses on financial news and opinion. Alaska’s high … Continue reading Alaska Ranked 6th Best Run State in the Nation
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Tips on Getting Your Mat-Su Valley AK Home Ready for Winter
It’s that time of year again to get your home ready for winter to help keep your energy bills down and your family safe throughout the season. Give your Mat-Su Valley AK home a ‘check-up’ with these tips: Check your duct system for air leaks. Although windows and doors are a concern, the major cause … Continue reading Tips on Getting Your Mat-Su Valley AK Home Ready for Winter
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Lovely Wasilla AK home on Finger Lake with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths!
This lovely Wasilla AK home is located on Finger Lake and has stunning mountain views! Beautiful landscaping welcome you home to this 4 bedroom, 2 full bath house with 2173 sq ft of space. Other highlights include huge deck including a deck off the master bathroom, float plane lake and beautiful lake frontage, central vac, … Continue reading Lovely Wasilla AK home on Finger Lake with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths!
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Check out the new September 2012 issue of “Kristan Cole Team News” for the latest on Mat-Su Valley AK real estate
The new issue of “Kristan Cole Team News” is out! In this September 2012 issue learn about Short Sales, Micro Homes, chimney safety, why you should have a home inspected whether you are buying or selling, and using your Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) towards the purchase of a new home. Also included in the newsletter … Continue reading Check out the new September 2012 issue of “Kristan Cole Team News” for the latest on Mat-Su Valley AK real estate
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Mat-Su Valley AK’s Port MacKenzie Rail Extension project issued wetlands permit
Earlier this month the Army Corps of Engineers issued a permit to allow Alaska Railroad to fill in nearly 96 acres of wetlands to move forward with their proposed Port MacKenzie rail extension project. The extension project is a joint effort between the Mat-Su Borough and the state-owned railroad and this new permit is a … Continue reading Mat-Su Valley AK’s Port MacKenzie Rail Extension project issued wetlands permit
