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Brad Keithley’s Chart of the Week: What the latest state-level IRS data tells us

Brad Keithley

September 13, 2024

About a year ago, we took a look on these pages at what the then-most recent state-level data from the Internal Revenue Service told us about Alaska’s income. In this column, we are updating that look using…

Out-of-state interests are undermining Alaska’s elections

Mikaela Emswiler

September 13, 2024

In a dramatic turn of events, the Alaska Democrat Party is now expressing disdain over the ranked-choice voting system (RCV) with the same fervor that Republicans have shown for years. This change in attitude is fueled by the shocking...

When egos clash: A look at the Tyreek Hill traffic stop incident

Terre Gales

September 12, 2024

For some reason, traffic stops expose the raw tensions of authority and power dynamics in America, and the recent incident involving NFL star Tyreek Hill is no different. What should have been a routine stop for speeding and failure...

Legislative legal opinion raises questions about Alaska Railroad plan to borrow money for Seward dock replacement

Jeff Landfield

September 9, 2024

A legislative legal opinion obtained by the Alaska Landmine questions the constitutionality of the...

Ask a Cat: Tourists, societal problems, and black cats

Cat

September 9, 2024

Pumpkin spice problems? Autumn got you down? For all the advice you seek, e-mail askacat@alaskalandmine.com or send a message anonymously here. Dear Cat, I am frustrated. I love Alaska and all the fresh air, fishing, hiking, and berry…

The Sunday Minefield – September 8, 2024

Jeff Landfield

September 8, 2024

It’s the first week of the NFL season! It’s always nice to watch some football games on Sunday when fall is in the air. The primary election has been certified and the field is now set for the November…

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