The Alaska Stalker – May 30, 2019
May 30, 2019
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AIDEA CEO’s bizarre response to letter from legislators about questionable sole source contract
Jeff Landfield May 30, 2019
Three weeks ago the Landmine broke a story about a sole source contract for economic development from the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority…
The Sunday Minefield – May 26, 2019
Jeff Landfield May 26, 2019
It’s Memorial Day weekend. I hope everyone is enjoying the holiday weekend that rings in summer in Alaska. Let us not forget all of…
Memo from legislative lawyers suggests Gov. Dunleavy’s paid ads violate Ethics Act
Jeff Landfield May 25, 2019
A memo obtained by the Alaska Landmine, from the Legislature’s Division of Legal and Research Services to Representative Zack Fields (D – Anchorage), suggests…
Video: A poem about Alaska, “What if I told you”
Jeff Landfield May 23, 2019
You might know Matt Larkin as a politco and pollster with Dittman Research. But did you know he’s also a poet? Check out this…
The Alaska Stalker – May 23, 2019
Alaska Stalker May 23, 2019
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Alaska Stalker, a lighthearted round up of the best and worst of Alaska’s social media landscape.
The Sunday Minefield – May 19, 2019
Jeff Landfield May 19, 2019
The first session of the 31st Alaska Legislature has come and gone. And to the surprise of few, the first special session began the…
The Alaska Stalker – May 16, 2019
Alaska Stalker May 16, 2019
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Alaska Stalker, a lighthearted round up of the best and worst of Alaska’s social media landscape.
Legislators get voice mails calling them the N-word and other vulgar slurs
Jeff Landfield May 12, 2019
There has been a lot of talk around the Capitol lately about the sheer number of emails and voicemails many legislators have been receiving…
The Sunday Minefield – May 12, 2019
Jeff Landfield May 12, 2019
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there who read the Landmine! The regular session is set to end in three days but…
The Alaska Stalker – May 9, 2019
Alaska Stalker May 9, 2019
Welcome to this week’s edition of The Alaska Stalker. To my readers new and old: the Alaska Stalker is a lighthearted round up of the...
Bob Penney’s grandson, Clark Penney, awarded major sole source contract from State of Alaska
Jeff Landfield May 7, 2019
Clark Penney, the grandson of Bob Penney, was awarded a $441,000 sole source contract for economic development with the State of Alaska, according to…
The Sunday Minefield – May 5, 2019
Jeff Landfield May 5, 2019
It’s Cinco de Mayo! Calm down social justice warriors and enjoy some tacos and margaritas. It’s also May, which means summer is fast approaching….
The Alaska Stalker – May 2, 2019
Alaska Stalker May 2, 2019
I'm baaaack! Welcome to this week’s edition of The Alaska Stalker. To my readers new and old: the Alaska Stalker is a lighthearted round...
Mary Ann Pruitt files amended financial disclosure that includes PS Strategies clients
Jeff Landfield May 1, 2019
On April 4, 2019, Mary Ann Pruitt filed an amended Public Official Financial Disclosure (POFD) that includes clients of her marketing and advertising firm,…
Why a conservative Alaskan Governor promotes a Universal Basic Income
RJ April 30, 2019
One of the most audacious ideas currently gaining favor among American progressives is the idea of a Universal Basic Income (UBI). UBI is a…
Mikey Monday – April 29, 2019
Jeff Landfield April 29, 2019
Welcome to the first edition of Mikey Monday! A new weekly feature about Mike Porcaro. Porcaro hosts a radio show on KENI and is…
The Sunday Minefield – April 28, 2019
Jeff Landfield April 28, 2019
As the 100th day of the legislative session has come and gone, things are starting to heat up in Juneau. It’s anyone’s guess when…
Video tour of Alaska’s Capitol in Juneau
Jeff Landfield April 26, 2019
Ever wonder how the Capitol in Juneau functions? Check out this awesome video tour of the Alaska Capitol! This video was produced in collaboration…
Republicans get loose in House Finance Committee hearing on crime
Jeff Landfield April 23, 2019
Things got real loose in the House Finance Committee this morning during a presentation on crime. The presentation was titled “Community Perspectives on Crime”,…