Alaskan drivers need to adapt with the change of season and be cautious on roadways during autumn. To increase overall safety when traveling on Alaskan roads in the fall, slow down. Look for hazards, drive slowly, and keep your vehicle properly maintained for the season. Look For Hazards Unexpected hazards such as fallen trees, loose pets, or wildlife can be dangerous to drivers. … [Read more...]
National Celiac Disease Awareness Day
Monday, September 13, 2021 is National Celiac Disease Awareness Day. According to The Celiac Disease Foundation Celiac Disease “is a serious autoimmune disease that occurs in genetically predisposed people. Where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine." Celiac is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide. While many go undiagnosed and are at risk for health … [Read more...]
In Remembrance
On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 lives were lost through the attacks upon the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and aboard United Airlines Flight 93. Today, on the 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001, remember and reflect. Remember and Reflect At 8:46 a.m. American Airlines Flight 11 hit the north tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. At 9:03 a.m. … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: Jane Addams
This Week In American History: Jane Addams was born on September 6, 1860. She was a humanitarian who founded the Hull House in Chicago, civil rights activist who was a founder of the NAACP, and pacifist whose efforts saw her awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931 – the first American woman to receive the award. Jane Addams’ Early Life Jane Addams was born on September 6, 1860 in the … [Read more...]
Prepping Vehicles for Colder Weather
Winter is right around the corner. That means it’s time to prepare your vehicle for colder weather. Colder weather conditions can make your car prone to damages. Emergency supplies in your car are critical in case of an accident. Before traveling, check your vehicle and make sure it’s safe to drive. How to Prepare There are several ways you can prepare your car for colder weather … [Read more...]
This Week In Alaskan History: The Phoenix
This week in Alaska History: On September 4, 1794 the first ship was built in Alaska. The Phoenix set sail from Resurrection Bay, where Seward now exists. It was the first ship launched on the northwestern Pacific Coast and sailed six times between Kodiak, Alaska and Okhotsk, Russia - carrying loads of fur over a span of four years. Alexander Baranof Arrives On Kodiak … [Read more...]
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