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There is a throughline in Madeline Holdorf's life. Holdorf, the former volunteer statewide AARP president, received the Ron Hammett from the Municipality of Anchorage Senior Citizens Advisory Commission on May 6. When she graduated from high school more than 60 years ago, she received the outstanding service award. "It takes my breath away, actually," said Holdorf in a conversation after the award ceremony, held at the Anchorage Senior Activities Center. "In my retirement and when I had a...
Dear Savvy Senior, I want to leave something meaningful for my children and grandchildren, beyond just money or property. I’ve heard about “legacy letters,” but I don’t really know what they are or how to start one. Can you help? - Legacy Seeker Dear Seeker, You’re asking a wonderful question. A legacy letter – sometimes called an ethical will – is a personal note to your loved ones where you can share your values, life lessons, cherished memories, hopes, and guidance. Unlike a traditional will, which focuses on legal matters, a legacy letter...
As Alaska’s 2026 legislative session concludes, AARP Alaska is grateful for the Legislature’s bipartisan work to advance three key priorities that help Alaskans age with dignity, security, and independence. Representing more than 76,000 members statewide, AARP’s 2026 agenda focused on two fundamental needs for older adults: financial resilience and strong consumer protections. AARP has made both public and private-sector retirement policy a top priority, recognizing that increased savings empower older Alaskans to maintain independence and a...
This is the third in a series about people finding or rediscovering creative pursuits later in life. The reporting project is funded by a grant from the Alaska Center for Excellence in Journalism. If you have a suggestion of a person who has explored their artistic or creative impulses upon retirement or when other life demands lessened, email editor@seniorvoicealaska.comeditor@seniorvoicealaska.com. A couple of tragedies have bracketed Laurie Murdock's craft of weaving, but she keeps going with...
Alaskans are contacting the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline regularly to report suspicious activity, seek guidance, or recover from a scam. What they’ve experienced is not unique. In fact, it reflects trends we are seeing nationwide: Scammers are persistent, sophisticated, and constantly evolving their tactics. In recent months, we’ve heard from several callers who were contacted by scammers posing as law enforcement. The impostors told the victims that they had missed jury duty and nee...
A streamlined registration and titling process for legally imported vintage motor vehicles will be the law after the passage of SB 239. “This legislation is a significant win for Alaskans who value automotive history and the freedom to enjoy classic imports,” Rep. St. Clair said in a news release. “By clarifying that 25-year-old legally imported vehicles do not need to meet 2026 safety standards, we are protecting the rights of collectors and ensuring these unique vehicles can stay on the road where they belong.” The bill, which drew biparti...
Daylight floods the state in June. Fairbanks receives roughly 21 hours and 49 minutes to 22 hours and 10 minutes of daylight, while Anchorage receives 19 hours and 20 minutes. Take advantage of all the activity ... The Celebration Native festival, organized by the Sealaska Heritage Institute during even years, in Juneau is June 3-6. https://sealaskaheritage.org/shi-celebration/ ... The Three Barons Renaissance Festival is held over two weekends 801 Pine Street in Anchorage, June 6-7 and 13-14. The first weekend is pirate-themed and the second...
