Alaska Life

President Donald Trump says he’s changing the official name of Alaska’s — and North America’s — tallest peak from Denali back to Mount McKinley. It’s the latest chapter in a long struggle over what the mountain should be called.

The iconic Anchorage neighborhood has seen plenty of changes in the past eight decades and some consider it more of an attitude than a place.

Changing careers can affect your family, finances and well-being — so go into your decision-making with open eyes and a clear head.

By plane, car, mail and personal luggage, these ingredients arrive at local restaurants and storefronts at all costs.

Great museums, restaurants, live music and professional sports are just a few options for travelers on a trip to the Emerald City.

It’s often a more economical option for enjoying some of our city’s upscale spots.

Firewise Alaska is a great resource, but it only helps if you’re prepared ahead of time.

New research provides guidance on the effects of caffeine, diet and naps on sleep. Plus there are expanded treatments for sleep apnea.

The prevailing narrative of the Alaska purchase, pushed in history textbooks for decades, doesn’t reflect public opinion at the time more than 150 years ago.

Relationship advice: Sometimes having a friend or partner who’s a role model and coach can enable positive changes. Other times, it makes those positive changes feel impossible.

While major airlines handle flights to bigger destinations, a number of small carriers offer direct flights to all corners of Alaska.

Jeff Lowenfels: I am amazed to find so many readers are still waiting for my usual January fare: annual garden catalog columns.

For more modern historians, newspapers are one of the best resources. What can we glean from Alaska life by a look at the front pages going back decades?

From visas and insurance to must-have gear and bringing guns, here are considerations to take into account.

Her favorites include memorable meatballs, a breakfast sandwich, a burger and a pair of delectable wraps.

Anchorage’s garden, opened in 1990, relies on income from donations, member dues and gate receipts.

Food writer Katie Workman sees Asian flavors and chains continuing to influence all kinds of cooking. And expect continued consumer attention on where food comes from and how to reduce food waste.

Hundreds of people celebrated on New Year’s Eve in downtown Anchorage, packing into the Chinook parking lot to enjoy fireworks, food trucks and performances by the Alaska Fire Circus, H3 and more.

An increasing number of travelers are willing to pay up for more comfort, prompting sweeping changes at airlines like Spirit, Frontier and JetBlue.

Looking back on a year of change, tension, hope, triumph and everyday joys.

Christie’s is offering up the legendary piece of Alaska history at auction in January, and it’s expecting to fetch between $30,000 and $50,000.

There are parties, galas, fireworks and plenty of entertainment options.

While this is still the getting-to-know-you phase of dating, there’s nothing to indicate he’ll change his priorities.