This Week In Alaskan History: Robert William Service was born on January 16, 1874 in Lancashire, England to a bank cashier and heiress. One of four children, Service’s parents sent him to live with his grandfather and three aunts in Scotland at the age of five. From these unlikely beginnings, Service eventually became the “Bard of the Yukon”. Service Sets Out For The Yukon Service … [Read more...]
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day The third Monday of January is observed as Martin Luther King, Jr. day. The holiday is a day meant to celebrate the life of Dr. King. It is also intended to be one of remembrance and reflection: remembering America's history and reflecting on how we can continue to work toward racial equality. Each year, the day helps shine a spotlight on the work needed in … [Read more...]
U.S. Ratification Day
Today, January 14, 2022, we celebrate the U.S. Ratification Day. On January 14, 1784, the United States signed the Treaty of Paris. This treaty officially ended the American Revolutionary War. On this day, we acknowledge the efforts of all those who contributed to our country’s independence. History U.S. Ratification Day marks when the Treaty was complete. However, the Treaty was … [Read more...]
National Take the Stairs Day
On every second Wednesday in January, National Take the Stairs Day is observed. Instead of using the elevator, take the stairs. By using the stairs, you can increase your heart rate. Lung health is more important than ever. Therefore, we need to move more to decrease the chance of lung diseases such as asthma or lung cancer. History of National Take the Stairs Day The first mention … [Read more...]
National Cut Your Energy Costs Day
January 10th is National Cut Your Energy Costs Day. Alaskan winters are long and cold so we are always working hard to stay warm. There are ways on how we can stay warm, save energy and money at the same time. To start, make a list of the things you can change right away. Then work on making improvements to your home to help lower your energy costs. Today is the day you to take a … [Read more...]
The Day Alaska Joined The Union
This Week in Alaskan History: Then President Dwight Eisenhower signed a proclamation on January 3, 1959 which admitted the territory of Alaska into the Union. With a flick of his pen, Eisenhower made Alaska not only the 49th state, but the largest as well. "Seward's Folly" Ninety-two years prior, then Secretary of State William H. Seward signed a treaty with Russia on March 30, … [Read more...]
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