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Game Day Eats That Get Cheered Louder Than the Score

Game day isn’t just about the plays on the field, it’s also about the food that brings everyone together. Whether you’re hosting at home or watching with friends, the right spread makes the excitement even better. From handheld bites to shareable favorites, these eats are made to keep the energy high and the crowd happy....The post Game Day Eats That Get Cheered Louder Than the Score appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.

Last chance to watch this year's Puppy Cam at Alaska national park begins

The countdown has begun for watching this year’s Denali National Park Puppy Cam, which gives viewers a peek into the only sled dog kennel in the National Park Service.

I Wore These $30 Pants For Days While Hiking In Alaska

W ith the strict baggage limit preventing me from bringing too much gear, everything I packed had to work overtime. And one item I wore from the moment I arrived to the moment I left? These hiking ...

Chunk, a 1,200-pound bear with a broken jaw, wins Alaska's popular Fat Bear Week contest

Chunk, a 1,200-pound behemoth with a broken jaw, swept the competition Tuesday in the popular Fat Bear Week contest — his ...

Copycat Dinners So Good You’ll Skip Takeout

Craving your favorite restaurant meals without leaving home is easier than you think. With the right recipes, you can recreate the flavors you love while keeping things budget-friendly and convenient. These copycat dinners bring popular menu favorites straight to your table with simple steps and everyday ingredients. You’ll love how close they come to the...The post Copycat Dinners So Good You’ll Skip Takeout appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.

Government shutdown primed to roll into next week after US Senate deadlocks again

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York speaks to reporters at a press conference at the U.S. Capitol during the third day of a federal government shutdown, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (Photo by Ashley Murray/States Newsroom)WASHINGTON — An agreement to reopen the federal government was nowhere in sight Friday after U.S. Senate Democrats and Republicans failed Friday, for the fourth time, to move on a deal and House Speaker Mike Johnson announced he won’t bring his members back until the m

Annual Alaska disease report shows dip in sexually transmitted infections

Brochures available on Oct. 17, 2023, at the Youth and Elders Conference in Anchorage give information on safer sex and avoidance of sexually transmitted infections. Alaska has long had among the nation's highest rates for some sexually transmitted infections, but case numbers declined in 2024. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)Cases of sexually transmitted infections declined in Alaska from 2023 to 2024, though as in past years, they continue to dominate the state’s annual infectious disease

Trump cancels blue-state projects, trolls Dems on social media as shutdown drags on

White House budget director Russ Vought, who is depicted as the Grim Reaper in a video posted by President Donald Trump during the shutdown in October 2025,  speaks with reporters inside the U.S. Capitol building on July 15, 2025. (Photo by Jennifer Shutt/States Newsroom)WASHINGTON — Trump administration officials on Friday defended the decision to cancel federal projects in regions of the country that have voted for Democrats, saying the move isn’t political but an effort to reduce the siz

NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030

The International Space Station pictured from the SpaceX Crew Dragon Endeavour during a fly around of the orbiting lab that took place following its undocking from the Harmony module’s space-facing port on Nov. 8, 2021. (Photo by NASA)For 24 hours a day, seven days a week since November 2000, NASA and its international partners have sustained a continuous human presence in low-Earth orbit, including at least one American – a streak that will soon reach 25 years. The International Space Stati

Restricting, cutting Medicaid funding shifts more reproductive health care to telemedicine

Sarah Elgatian is a graduate student in rural Iowa, who like about 16 million women of reproductive age, uses Medicaid insurance and at times has relied on Planned Parenthood for routine gynecological treatment for infections and birth control, both in person and through its growing telehealth program. (Photo by Todd Welvaert for States Newsroom)Fourth in a five-part series.Sarah Elgatian was in too much pain to feel awkward. That morning in 2019, she was hunched over her toilet, feeling what sh

Chunk, a 540kg bear with a broken jaw, wins Alaska’s popular Fat Bear Week competition

Voters follow 12 bears in Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve on live webcams and cast ballots in a bracket-style, ...

Poke Cake Recipes That Disappear Faster Than You Can Slice Them

Poke cakes are the kind of dessert that vanish from the table almost instantly. With their soft texture and irresistible flavors, they’re perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or just a sweet treat at home. What makes them special is the way the cake soaks up pudding, syrup, or fruit filling, creating layers of flavor in...The post Poke Cake Recipes That Disappear Faster Than You Can Slice Them appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.

Do you approve of Democrats digging in on healthcare demands, even at the cost of a government shut down?

Choices Yes, it's worth it No, it is not worth it

In their own words: Municipal candidates state their case

On Tuesday, Oct. 7, Nome voters will be casting their ballots for the following offices: Mayor of Nome, two Nome Common Council seats, two NJUS board seats and two School Board seats. The only contested race is for mayor as incumbent John K. Handeland is facing challenger Ken Hughes. Nome Common Council Seat E is up for election but incumbent Cameron Piscoya is not running for office again. The only candidate for Seat E is Adam R. Lust.  Nome Common Council Seat F incumbent Mark Johnson is run

Homer Elks lodge gives back to community

Lodge #2127 recently completed a series of Elks National Foundation Community Investments Program Grants, disbursing $11,000 to community groups.

All the Ways to Enjoy Pie Without Baking an Actual Pie

Pie doesn’t always have to mean rolling dough, preheating the oven, or waiting for hours. There are plenty of fun and tasty ways to enjoy pie-inspired flavors without making a full pie from scratch. These options are quick, creative, and still capture the comfort we all love. From creamy no-bake versions to easy handheld twists,...The post All the Ways to Enjoy Pie Without Baking an Actual Pie appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.

$50 million state investment from CBR in illiquid long-term asset sets off alarm bells

Legislative leaders have confirmed some key details of reporting about a $50 million long-term investment by the Department of Revenue with money from the Constitutional Budget Reserve that should be kept in short-term investments because it could soon be needed to pay for state operations.The $50 million went to DigitalBridge, a company that was invited to Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s latest so-called “sustainable energy conference” last spring and gave a presentation, according to a report by the Ala

Statewide kelp mapping project includes Cordova 

A new statewide mapping project to locate wild kelp beds, including in the Cordova area, is part of a much larger spatial analysis being conducted by NOAA’s National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science.  The final report, An Aquaculture Opportunity Area (AOA) Atlas for the Gulf of Alaska, is anticipated to be published in the coming months.   Surveys in Southcentral Alaska – including in Cordova, Valdez and Seward – counted a total of 14 beds mapped, compared to 19 b

Renewal of health subsidies backed by big majorities in poll, including Trump voters

The U.S. Capitol on the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, just hours before a federal government shutdown. (Photo by Ashley Murray/States Newsroom)WASHINGTON — The vast majority of Americans, including Republicans and those who identify as strong supporters of President Donald Trump, want Congress to renew the enhanced tax credits for people who buy their health insurance from the Affordable Care Act Marketplace, according to a poll released Friday. More than 78% of people surveyed by the nonp

Appetizer Recipes So Cheesy They Always Steal the Show

Cheese lovers know that sometimes the appetizer tray steals the spotlight. When it comes to cheesy starters, it’s easy to forget they were meant to come before the main dish. These recipes bring gooey comfort and bold flavors that are hard to resist. From melty dips to stuffed bites, cheese takes center stage in ways...The post Appetizer Recipes So Cheesy They Always Steal the Show appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.