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6/25/12 News - Lightning sparked several wildfires in Interior Alaska; Conference attendees defend a controversial small business program; Polynesians celebrate Flag Day

By Joaqlin Estus

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Anchorage, AK – Hundreds of firefighters are battling 17 wildfires in Interior Alaska. The National 8(a) Association held a conference in Anchorage last week. Participants praise the Small Business Administration 8(a) program, saying it's doing just what it was intended to do: benefit Alaska Natives and small businesses. Polynesians held the 7th annual Cultural Flag Day Saturday.