Freecycling concept comes to University of Alaska Fairbanks

EarthTalk: Insulating paints

Dear EarthTalk: Do insulating paints actually insulate and save energy? If they do, are they environmentally friendly to use? -- B.D.
Paint additives that claim insulating...

Pro-Palin Web site attacks Fairbanks Rep. Ramras

Woman begins trash odyssey in Alaska

Alaska 4th of July 2009 Independence Day Events

Alaska Fourth of July Fireworks, Festivities and Celebrations
Fourth of July Parade, Chitina, AK - July 4, 2009
July 4th Celebration, Fairbanks, AK -...

Fairbanks 4th of July Fireworks, parades and more - Fourth of July 2009

Fireworks have been a traditional part of the 4th of July celebration ever since 1777 (more 4th of July facts). Start here to find the best Fairbanks, Alaska 4th of July...

An Invitation to our Fairbanks Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Fairbanks, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

Refinance Your Mortgage Locally, as Mortgage Rates Drop to 5% Level

­­With recent Fed action, interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages have fallen across the country to 5% and, for the best credits, even lower.
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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Fairbanks area

What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Alaska’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

Weekend Activities in and around Fairbanks

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Fairbanks organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Fairbanks is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works:...

Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Fairbanks area

They're called 'shovel-ready,' those stimulus projects that have been surveyed, planned for, approved and are ready to go in cities all around America. They've been on hold due...

Giving To Fairbanks Non-Profits: It Does Good…And It Feels Good

“There is no greater joy in life than giving to worthy
causes.” – Ted Turner, announcing his decision to give $1 billion to the United Nations (1997)
No doubt...

Make a difference in Fairbanks! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Fairbanks area and around the...

Online Public Notices - Week of 02/09/2009

New Notices Posted 02/09/2009:
Procurement: ITB NRJ00000725F Cordova Stump Removal (Transportation & Public Facilities)
Procurement: ITB NRJ00000722F...

The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!

­­­In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetoo­t­hs, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more impo­rtan­t to our sanity.Slowing...

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