People who drank three to five cups of coffee per day had a lower risk of premature death than those who didn’t drink, a new study finds. Decaf seems to have the same benefit.
Food
One year after opening, Haines distillery tasting room serves up something for everyone
The tasting room at the Port Chilkoot Distillery celebrated its one-year anniversary on Halloween. The distillery itself is the only one in Southeast, and has been open for about two years.
Rising Temperatures Kick-Start Subarctic Farming In Alaska
Producers and consumers in southwestern Alaska see one upside to climate change. It’s now possible to farm in parts of the tundra where agriculture was unheard of just a few years ago.
Nome reindeer ranch fundraises for mobile slaughter units, looking to sell local meat
After five years of rebuilding their herd and corral, the Midnite Sun Reindeer Ranch is ready to take the next step — fundraising for two mobile slaughter units that would let them process and sell the meat from their business just outside of Nome.
As Schools Buy More Local Food, Kids Throw Less Food In The Trash
Kids in America’s schools are eating more local food, although it makes up only a small part of the average meal. Advocates say local food doesn’t have to cost more, but buying it does take more time.
Alaska berry-picking survey shows increasing variability in harvests
Ninety-six people from 73 Alaska communities responded. They were specifically asked to compare the berry picking experience of the past 10 years with berry picking before that.