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Events
Online food safety training course available statewide
June 24, 2026
The ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ Cooperative Extension Service will offer a certified food protection manager training on Tuesday, July 7, with a proctor for testing available in Fairbanks. A certified food protection manager is responsible for ensuring that a food establishment complies with regulations.
Sitka workshop features homemade gelato, tiramisu
June 10, 2026
A Sitka workshop will show participants how to make gelato and tiramisu, traditional Italian desserts. Paula Veshti will lead the workshop, which is sponsored by the ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈÊÓƵ Cooperative Extension Service office in Sitka.
Week highlights work against invasive species in Alaska
June 10, 2026
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has designated the week of June 14-20, 2026, as Alaska Invasive Species Awareness Week, which highlights the work of groups such as the Alaska Invasive Species Partnership to manage invasive species in Alaska.