The Alaska Current

Rep. Begich and Sen. Sullivan pitch the SAVE Act as election security, despite scant evidence of fraud — while millions without passports or with name changes could face new barriers. State lawmakers are moving in the opposite direction, pushing to expand access for rural voters.

The measure addresses a wonky part of the Alaska Constitution that generally prohibits the state from permanently dedicating money to a specific purpose. buff.ly/XvS1fHY

“I do believe we should close schools,” Rep. Jamie Allard said in Tuesday’s House Finance Committee meeting. “I think we should consolidate schools; this has to happen.” buff.ly/sGbdHKB

According to the campaign, the money comes from more than 4,500 individuals across the state and is the second-most ever raised by a non-incumbent Alaska House candidate in their first quarter. buff.ly/cEGGO96

From a melted mess to storefront success: three Anchorage kids turned slime into a growing business — now teaming up with Wild Scoops for its 10th anniversary. buff.ly/3QM0bFp

Under a federal rule finalized in 2025, mail is not guaranteed to be postmarked the same day it is dropped off. Postmarks may reflect when the ballot is processed at a postal facility, which could happen days later. buff.ly/ZMyK8dj

Sen. Lisa Murkowski praised Trump-backed resource development in Alaska as a major win, even as she warned about health care impacts, higher energy costs tied to the Iran war and potential voting barriers. buff.ly/LxhMveq

Emily Mesner is back with another installation of “Where We’re Anchored”, a year-long photographic series based on Anchorage. This month's theme: revival buff.ly/89WWw1l

Carrot Quinn doesn’t just hike Alaska — she maps her own routes through it, turning miles of tundra, river crossings and solitude into stories. A look at the Fairbanks adventurer in our latest Trail Blazers. buff.ly/v4QsNPY

Senators approved a change to extend corporate income tax to passthrough oil companies — potentially adding ~$100 million a year — but GOP opposition make its future uncertain. thealaskacurrent.com/2026/03/26/as-…

Alaskans lost $43 million in health insurance help after Congress let ACA subsidies expire, including votes by Dan Sullivan and Nick Begich. Premiums are spiking, coverage is dropping and providers warn costs will keep rising. thealaskacurrent.com/2026/03/25/ala…

Alaska House passed an elections bill with ballot curing, ballot tracking, prepaid absentee postage and updated voter roll rules. thealaskacurrent.com/2026/03/24/del…

A bill to cut cultivation taxes is advancing — but a fight over switching to a sales tax is dividing the industry. buff.ly/9TH7Nqe

Our dating columnist returns: Anchorage apps remain chaotic, the bar remains subterranean, a promising suitor turned Casper and yet — she persists. Another first date next weekend. buff.ly/G3TtFda

Alaska Republicans are banking on high and volatile oil prices to cover the state’s budget pressures — even as economists warn the revenue picture is anything but certain. buff.ly/fL0dQpG

From abandoned boats to historic presses, Sitka artist Rebecca Poulson finds stories etched into wood, water and community. buff.ly/5NuuTIL

From Juneau Independent: "There’s a new 15-second ad out that claims 'Dan Sullivan always puts Alaska first.' Don’t be fooled."buff.ly/JioACzY

U.S. Rep. Nick Begich urged Alaska lawmakers not to “become a roadblock” to the proposed Alaska LNG Project. Legislators say they’re not blocking it — they just want answers before approving tax breaks or other state support. buff.ly/gRJEOxa

Heavy snowfall, howling sled dogs and cheering crowds — scenes from the ceremonial start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Anchorage and the official restart in Willow. buff.ly/0BLhj6C

For Jody Potts-Joseph, running the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race isn’t just about passing through the finish line 1,000 miles away — it’s about cultural preservation and reconnecting younger Indigenous Alaskans with the traditions of dog mushing. buff.ly/3lOTXQB