It's a season of celebration!  The Last Frontier officially reached its half-century mark as the 49th State of the Union. 

This special statehood edition of The Alaska Almanac features a fresh new look and is loaded with history--stories and photos from Alaska's sometimes rocky road to statehood.  As usual, the Almanac is loaded with humor thanks to Alaska's favorite comedian, Mr. Whitekeys, the King of Quirky, the Wizard of Wacky.  Join us as we look back and honor the men and women--the politicians and the publishers--who've made Alaska such a great State.