Both Sullivans are running as Republicans, but the Alaska Republican Party and its allies allege the challenger is exploiting his name to intentionally confuse voters.
4 Special Coverage
An evolution in traditional canoe carving had its maiden voyage this week
Old growth trees used to make traditional dugout canoes in Southeast Alaska are scarce. So carvers have developed a new method to build traditional boats, the first of which completed its maiden voyage this week, landing back in Juneau for Celebration.
In bid for re-election, Alaska U.S. Rep. Nick Begich defends against 14 challengers
Monday was the filing deadline for candidates interested in running in this year’s elections, and in addition to the incumbent Begich, there are two other Republicans, six independents, two Libertarians and four Democrats.
Nearly 70 candidates filed on deadline for Alaska’s August primary ballot
As recently as midday Friday, the Division of Elections listed 26 races with fewer than two candidates, including a handful with none at all. Now, just six are unopposed.
Yaakw paddlers arrive in Juneau from across Southeast, Canada as Celebration begins
Every other June, more than 100 paddlers arrive in Juneau to kick off Celebration, a gathering of Alaska Native people celebrating cultural revitalization.
Election updates: Dahlstrom drops out, Kreiss-Tomkins picks running mate, Myers retires
Monday is the last day to officially begin a campaign for state or federal office in Alaska this election cycle. Here are a few updates on the day’s elections news.