WHEREAS, on June 3, 1942, World War II arrived in Alaska. On this fateful day, six months after the attack on Pearl Harbor, Dutch Harbor on Amaknak Island was bombed by Japanese “Kate” bombers from two of their aircraft carriers, marking the first aerial attack by an enemy on the continental United States; and WHEREAS, […]

WHEREAS, Alaska is known for its expansive landscapes and people from all over the world travel to experience the breathtaking views and diverse wildlife the Last Frontier has to offer; and WHEREAS, throughout Alaska’s changing seasons, an abundance of recreational activities are enjoyed by residents and visitors, from big game hunting and sport fishing, to […]

WHEREAS, generations of brave, selfless, patriotic men and women serving in the military, have given their lives protecting and defending our nation; and WHEREAS, each year on the last Monday in May, Americans pause to observe Memorial Day, set aside as a National Holiday in 1971, but in existence since 1868, to remember those who […]

WHEREAS, Alaska offers unlimited outdoor activities on the multitude of available waterways; from kayaking to river rafting, sport fishing to boating, Alaska’s lakes, rivers, and coastline are used for recreation, work, and transportation; and WHEREAS, Alaska has one of the highest overall percentage of boat-owning households and boating fatality rates in the nation, with most […]

WHEREAS, since 1966, Alaska has recognized Arbor Day as a day to appreciate one of our greatest resources, with the intent “to increase public awareness of the vital importance of the conservation and propagation of trees and forests to the everyday life of the citizens of Alaska”; and WHEREAS, trees benefit our communities in many […]