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The Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation is seeking a $100,000 funding boost to tackle new federal responsibilities and enhance its economic strategies for the region.

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FEDC asks borough for $100,000 increase as it takes on regional ARDUR role
Jomo Stewart, president and CEO of the Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation, told the Assembly finance committee FEDC has been designated the region's ARDUR (regional development organization) and asked the borough to raise its flat grant from $350,000 to $450,000 to cover new federal responsibilities and program costs.
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March 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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AIDEA's Randy Ruaro reveals exciting new projects and record bond ratings that could transform Alaska's economy and create jobs.

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AIDEA director Randy Ruaro outlines projects, lending programs and top bond rating at legislative lunch-and-learn
At a legislative lunch-and-learn, AIDEA Executive Director Randy Ruaro described the authority's financing tools, recent bond-rating gains and pipeline projects including Ambler access, ANWR leases and shipyard and energy investments, and said the board recapitalized the small-business program.
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March 4, 2026 at 3:20 AM
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UAF's groundbreaking proposal for the Alaska Critical Minerals Accelerator could unlock $160 million to boost R&D and jobs across the state!

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UAF seeks state support for $160M NSF Critical Minerals Accelerator to spur Alaskan R&D and jobs
University of Alaska Fairbanks representatives said their NSF Regional Innovation Engines proposal would bring up to $160 million over 10 years to advance critical‑minerals R&D, requested a $3 million per‑year state commitment to strengthen the application, and described industry partners’ $300 million in in‑kind contributions and early projects such as recoveries at Pogo and Red Dog stockpiles.
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February 27, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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Alaska's leaders are calling for a unified approach to economic development, warning that silos could jeopardize vital programs and opportunities for innovation.

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Alaska Innovation Council aims to unify efforts for economic development
Leadership urges coordination among organizations to strengthen Alaska's economic development ecosystem
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May 13, 2025 at 5:06 PM