Alaska Communications Systems Sponsors U.S. Alpine Ski Championships.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- Alaska Communications Systems Group, Inc. ("ACS") (Nasdaq:ALSK), Alaska's leading integrated communications provider, today announced its support of the U.S. Alpine Ski Championships as a major sponsor. The U.S. Alpine Ski Championships will be held March 27 through April 3 at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, AK.

"ACS is proud to be part of a national event of this caliber to be held in Alaska," said director of marketing, Connie Dorman. "We are one of a handful of Alaskan-based companies that are major sponsors of this world-class ski race."

Olympic gold medal winners Ted Ligety and Julia Mancuso are expected to be among the elite field of athletes coming to Alaska to compete in this prestigious event, which provides the opportunity for athletes to earn a position on the U.S. Ski Team. More information on the U.S. Alpine Ski Championships, along with a schedule of events, can be found at www.alyeskaresort.com.

About Alaska Communications Systems

ACS is the leading integrated communications provider in Alaska, offering local telephone service, wireless, long distance, data, and Internet services to business and residential customers throughout Alaska. More information can be found on the company's website at www.acsalaska.com or at its investor site at www.alsk.com.