Girdwood's Ava Earl Releases New Album, Helps Power Northwestern U. Running Team
In fourth grade at Girdwood Elementary, Ava Earl had to write a self-reflection on her school performance: "What are you good at? What are your weaknesses?"
Assessing her strengths wouldn't be hard, she was an exemplary student, star runner and already showed a proclivity in music.
But there was one thing she scolded herself on, something that could cause her teachers' "mild frustration", and something, as it would turn out, for which women are typically chided for more than men.
Talking--being--too much.
That accusation became the title of Earl's latest album, her fourth, released Sept. 15
Alyeska Unveils Expansion Plans at Town Hall
Alyeska Resort's owners laid out a sweeping vision for Girdwood's upper valley Thursday night, one of a "village", parking lots, recreational facilities, a conference center, a daycare center and other amenities.
About 150 people attended the meeting which was billed as a "town hall" meeting held amid platefuls of cookies and snacks in the weathered Sitzmark Bar, with its indigo paisley stained glass ceiling and worn, burnished booths.
Girdwood Trails Committee applies for grant; seeks public comments
Girdwood Trails Committee applies for Recreational Trails Grant Funds to repair trail and is seeking public comment.
Girdwood community resilience challenge begins
This fall as you begin to prepare for winter and winter recreation, let’s also prepare for emergencies. Having worked over 20 years in emergency services, a common theme is that disasters never happen when you are ready for them, but preparing for them mentally and with some planning can make them a better experience.
Hotel and Hardware Store Only a Pipe Dream, Says Developer
Rumors that a hotel and hardware store will sprout up near Girdwood Brewing Company are "crystal ball stuff”, says local developer Tim Cabana.
Girdwood Fire and Rescue gets new crash extrication equipment
The Girdwood Fire Department was amongst several fire departments to receive life-saving rescue tools aiding first responders in expediting the extrication of crash victims.
Group honors former Girdwood resident by improving Forest Fair stage
Family members of former Girdwood resident Dusty Green stand in front of the’Forest Fair ol Hoppin Barley Stage after being given a heartfelt upgrade with volunteer hours from Girdwood volunteer craftsmen.
Plan for gas line sparks heated reaction
A planned gas line that would slice a 20-foot wide, nearly mile-long clearcut swath across undisturbed forested land and trails in Girdwood has drawn criticism for its short comment period, potential rate increases, harm to old-growth forest, and lack of consideration of alternatives routes.
Alyeska Drops Employee Housing Plan
Following sharp community criticism, Alyeska Resort has paused its plans to develop employee housing below a mountain known for risks of avalanche…
Annual Potato Patch Planting Includes Unique Spud
Local families gather at the Forest Service office in Girdwood to plant this year’s community potato garden, which benefits the Girdwood Food Pantry.
Airport lodge plan sparks controversy concerns
A group of four investors, including a former Alaska lieutenant governor, are trying to lease 11 acres alongside Girdwood’s airport to build a fly-in fly-out, 150-room luxury lodge.
GBOS Co-Chair shares his outlook for Girdwood
The Girdwood Board of Supervisors Co-Chair Mike Edgington won the challenged race by overcoming Kellie Okonek to win Girdwood Valley Service Area, Seat D in the general election April 4 election that featured strident electioneering–yard signs, door-door canvassing, and sign-waving at the local post office.