Securing Yourself and Your Technology
With the holidays just behind us, you may have received a gift — a smartphone, tablet, TV or appliance — that connects to the internet. It’s important to keep in mind that modern technology gives hackers an opportunity to take control of your device.
SCF Receives Presidential Honor
On Nov. 16, it was announced that Southcentral Foundation, a CIRI-affiliated nonprofit, would receive a 2017 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.
Visit Tikahtnu Commons for all your Holiday Shopping Needs
An 85-acre shopping center with nearly 50 dining, entertainment and retail options, Tikahtnu Commons serves the growing needs of Anchorage, Eagle River and the Mat-Su Valley.
Shareholder Spotlight: Kenneth Boire
CIRI shareholder Kenneth “Ken” Boire (Iñupiaq) grew up inhabiting two worlds. As a young child, he lived on the edge of Nome in a one-room cabin without plumbing or electricity. The family dog team served as transportation.
Coming Soon: CIRI C3 Experience
Delve into Alaska Native culture, discuss your post-high school plans, receive guidance and counseling on college and careers, learn about CIRI and more!
China King Comes Down to Make Room for New Tenant
Dark and early on Nov. 9, demolition began of the structure that previously housed China King restaurant on Fireweed Lane in Anchorage.
Recipe: Crunchy Caramel Popcorn
As the author wrote about this recipe,“The best caramel popcorn is a two-part process: making stovetop caramel sauce and then baking the coated popcorn in the oven.”
CIRI Compliance Strives for Greatness
As CIRI’s Corporate Compliance manager, Raymie Hamann works hard to monitor and report on current trends and developments in the compliance industry and to identify emerging new risks and evolving industry practices.
Call for Photos: ‘Winter Wonderland’
We invite all CIRI shareholders and confirmed descendants to send us their photos interpreting the theme “Winter Wonderland” by Monday, Jan. 15. Selected photos will appear in a future Raven’s Circle.
2018 Board Election
The CIRI Nominating Committee seeks CIRI shareholders interested in nomination to the 2018 CIRI Board of Directors’ candidate slate.
ANCSA Author Bill Van Ness Passes Away at 79
William J. “Bill” Van Ness Jr. passed away Nov. 21 in Port Townsend, Wash. He was 79.
2018 Shareholder Distributions
CIRI’s dividend policy states that the total CIRI dividend payment to shareholders in any given year is equal to 3.5 percent of total shareholders’ equity, calculated as of Dec. 31 of the prior year.
2017 Shareholder Tax Information
After Dec. 31, CIRI’s accounting and finance department will be able to determine the proper treatment of the various types of distributions CIRI made to shareholders in 2017 with respect to IRS 1099 Form reporting requirements.
Southcentral Foundation 21st Annual Gathering
Southcentral Foundation’s Annaul Gathering is a family-friendly event where you can learn more about services available at SCF and in the community.
