Local Resources
This directory of local resources in Anchorage and the Southcentral Alaska region will assist you in gathering valuable information about the community.
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PCS Military Relocation - PCS America is a very targeted Relocation Network for the United States military community including active members, Guard and Reserve, the DoD civilian workforce, retirees, veterans, and their families. Over 200 US military installations and their local communities linked into one Network, plus nearly 100 Overseas installations!
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State of Alaska - Alaska has about 640,000 residents occupying 570,374 square miles, or 365,039,104 acres of land. Alaska is the largest state, about 2.3 times the size of Texas and about one-fifth the size of the Lower 48 states.
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Alaska Department of Education - Alaska has entered its second decade of school reform where students, teachers and schools need to meet high standards. Our states 12-year-old school reform effort is joined by a similar reform effort approved by the U.S. Congress called the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB).
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Alaska State Defense - MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Alaska State Defense Force is to maintain an organized, trained military force to provide military assistance to civil and military authorities in the preservation of life, property, and public safety, including the following:
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Alaska Dog Sledding - Have you ever dreamed of dog sledding, dog mushing, or an Alaska adventure travel vacation? Do you enjoy pristine wilderness as far as the eye can see, the thrill of abundant wildlife up close, majestic mountain scenery, few people, and you do not want to rough it too much? Then read on, you have come to the right place
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Aurora Borealis Page - Please note: We cannot answer e-mail questions about Aurora forecasts for auroral intensity or time in your area. The intensity of the Aurora is unpredictable like the weather, but the links below will help you to calculate the extent and intensity and times. This web site is presented as a collection of links and images.
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Alaska Air National Guard - Welcome to the home page of the 176th Wing, Kulis Air National Guard Base, Anchorage, AK. Please check back regularly for upcoming public events and other local base news.
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Alaska Cam - The AlaskaCam, a live shot looking east on Fourth Avenue in Anchorage, Alaska, toward the beautiful Chugach Range... Click for Anchorage, Alaska Forecast ...
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Alaska Center for the Performing Arts - Located in the heart of downtown Anchorage, the world-class Alaska Center for the Performing Arts is the place to be! One of less than 50 multi-venue performing arts centers in the United States, the Alaska Centers four state-of-the-art performance spaces, spacious lobbies, and support areas comprise 176,000 square feet.
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Alaska SeaLife Center - The Alaska SeaLife Center is a non-profit marine science facility dedicated to understanding and maintaining the integrity of the marine ecosystem of Alaska through research, rehabilitation and public education.
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Alyeska Resort - Alyeska Resort is the premier resort for family vacations, rated in the Top 25 resorts in North America by Skiing Magazine.
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Anchorage Churches - USA Church is designed to support the metro Anchorage Christian community. It is your site to use, so please browse around, make good use of these resources, and make USA Church your directory source for Christian information. If you do not see your Christian organization, you can add it - whether it is a church, ministry, business, school, or music artist.
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Anchorage Convention and Visitors Bureau - Anchorage is a unique destination located in in one of the world's most spectacular settings - Alaska.
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Anchorage Daily News - Rescuers save Salcha families, sled dogs from flooding Tanana
EVACUATED: Residents stranded after an ice dam sent the river over its banks.
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Anchorage Hotels - Anchorage offers a nice selection of hotels to choose from. Most hotels are concentrated near the airport or the downtown area, separated by a distance of roughly six miles. Many people choose an airport hotel for their first or last night in Alaska for the convenience
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Anchorage Movie Guide - Welcome to AnchorageMovies.com, Please try our new site and let us know what you think!
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Anchorage Services Directory - Anchorage is a young and creative city. We are proud of our history and enthusiastic about our future. This page will give you some historical insight into our past and a look at who we are and how we live. Anchorage is a great place to ... **LIVE **VISIT **DO BUSINESS !!
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KTUU - Alaska's Number One News! - Welcome behind the scenes of Alaska's number one news and information source. KTUU-TV strives to be the finest television station in Alaska.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center - Providence Alaska Medical Center has a long history of serving Alaska, beginning when the Sisters of Providence first brought healthcare to Nome in 1902. This pioneering spirit set the standard for modern healthcare in Alaska.
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University of Alaska - The Quake Cottage, a live action demonstration of the power of earthquakes, will be on campus September 1 and 2 outside the Lucy Cuddy Center from 9 am to 3 pm. Provided by the State of Alaska Division of Emergency Services, the cottage provides a graphic experience along with current earthquake preparedness information.
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Welcome to the Anchorage Museum of History and Art - The largest museum in Alaska, the Anchorage Museum is a community-based institution with exhibits and programs on the art, history and cultures of Alaska. Over 20 exhibitions are presented each year to more than 200,000 visitors. The Museum also presents a full calendar of public programs and art classes. We invite you to explore the many features of the Anchorage Museum of History and Art.
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Anchorage School District - Information about Anchorage School District. Find a school, Testing info, Curriculum standards, Gifted Programs, Student Nutrition, School Bonds, Budget info, Newcomer's Guide
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
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Homestate Mortgage - Get pre-qualified with Mina O'Dell at Homestate Mortgage 762-5893. Low interest rates - great loan programs! Zero Down, VA, 1st Time Homebuyer, Multi-Family, Investment Property
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Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| Area Information | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
Municipality of Anchorage - Mayor Mark Begich. Links to Anchorage public safety, City government, Municipal Clerk, Child care info, Anchorage Animal Care and Control, Property Taxes & Mil Rate info, Building Permits, Planning & Zoning, Community Health Info
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| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
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Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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TerraServer Maps - Aerial photo of Anchorage. Urban and topographical map.
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| Relocation Links | |
| Anchorage Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
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