Renovating but ready
Education, News
August 14, 2025
The back hallway at Fairbanks High School as it was over the summer break. Students returning to the building next week for the start of the 2025-26 school year will see the finished product of the months-long renovation around campus. (Photo submitted)

Renovating but ready

Fairbanks plans for start of school despite ongoing work

By Jack Christian 

After a summer full of renovations, Fairbanks is now in full swing, preparing for Aug. 20 — the first day of school.

While there are no open houses scheduled for middle and high school students before the year begins, first-year Superintendent Janel Chapman assured that an open house will take plac...

Funding woes plague county roadwork
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Nearly a year after sharing his mounting budget concerns, Union County Engineer Jeff Stauch said his office is still searching to find solutions to the increasing costs of projects around the county. ...
Fairbanks continues to consider access road
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By Jack Christian 
December 3, 2025
As the new year approaches, Fairbanks is looking ahead to a slate of potential district renovations that Superintendent Janel Chapman says are necessary upgrades. During a recent board work session, F...
You lost your ride
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Fairbanks continues to consider access road
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As the new year approaches, Fairbanks is looking ahead to a slate of potential district renovations that Superintendent Janel Chapman says are necessary upgrades. During a recent board work session, F...
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Meth lab brought cartel drugs to Richwood
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