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Wynonna Judd Kicks Off 50th Anniversary of Statehood Celebration
Thousands of enthusiastic military, their families and Alaskans came out to hear the country music diva perform mega hits such as “Love Can Build a Bridge,” “Rock Bottom,” and “The House is Rockin’.” Much to the delight of crowd, Wynonna was joined by mom Naomi for several songs. more >>
Firefighter Combat Challenge Heats up Downtown Anchorage this Weekend
Local firefighters will feel the burn as they demonstrate their strength and skill during in a competition dubbed “the toughest two minutes in sports” by ESPN. The Challenge kicks off We’re In Weekend 50th on Fourth events, 10 a.m., Sat., June 28, 2008, in downtown Anchorage, Alaska. more >>
Humanities Forum, Rasmuson Foundation Award $900,000 to “Alaska Statehood Experience” Projects
Alaska Humanities Forum and Rasmuson Foundation today announced the award of $921,284 to 28 projects across the state that not only delve into the history of Alaska statehood, but also examine its meaning as we look ahead to the next 50 years. Download PDF >>
Anchorage Goes Back to the Future for 50th Anniversary Kick-off
In honor of the momentous day, Anchorage’s 50th On Fourth is rolling back the calendar and pulling out all the stops for a retro downtown extravaganza. more >>
Get Down, Downtown! During "We’re In Weekend"
Four stages will feature some of Alaska’s finest musicians and performers in a full day of free family entertainment during We’re in Weekend’s 50th On Fourth, June 28, 2008, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. more >>
Country Diva Rocks Kickoff to Alaska’s 50th Birthday Bash: Megastar Wynonna Judd Performs as Gift to the Military
The midnight sun just might be outshined when country music diva Wynonna Judd rocks a capacity crowd of an anticipated 75,000 during "Alaska’s 50th Anniversary Concert for the Military" Alaska’s Concert for the Military – the Anchorage kickoff of the statewide celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Statehood – during We’re In Weekend June 27 - 29, 2008, on Anchorage’s Elmendorf Air Force Base. more >>
Alaska’s Governors Sign Collector’s Print to Commemorate, Raise Funds for Statehood Celebration
The print carries the personal signatures of former governors Mike Stepovich, Walter Hickel, Keith Miller, Bill Sheffield, Steve Cowper, Tony Knowles and Frank Murkowski, as well as the state’s current governor, Sarah Palin. more >>
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