Many legislative races remain unchallenged
With the filing period nearly over, more than a third of the legislative seats on this year’s ballot remain unchallenged. Candidates have until 5 p.m. Friday (June 1) to submit their paperwork to the state Division of Elections.
Court ruling restores SE Native influence district
Some Southeast Native leaders are relieved that the latest redistricting plan was thrown out in court. Tuesday’s action by the Alaska Supreme Court restored a Native-influence district in the region.
Numbers up for Alaska cruise ship season
The first cruise ships of the 2012 season have begun sailing through Southeast Alaska. More ships will make port calls this year than last, and some of their passengers will reflect new industry trends.
Thomas: Energy fund, harbors top session work
Haines Representative Bill Thomas spent much of this year’s session working on the state’s operating budget. He also got projects into the capital budget for his widespread district, made up of villages and small cities from Metlakatla to Prince William Sound.
Place names book documents Southeast Alaska history
A new book from the Sealaska Heritage Institute and the University of Washington Press presents about 3,000 Southeast Alaska Native place names. Many came close to being lost, replaced by Western labels.
Juneau School District restores some staff cuts
Juneau’s School Board has restored some jobs and programs slated for cuts. But other positions on the chopping block will still be eliminated.
Central Council addresses Southeast sea otter issue
Southeast Alaska’s largest tribal organization is pushing for changes in sea-otter management.
Tlingit-Haida Central Council delegates passed an otter resolution at their tribal assembly last week in Juneau.
New director for Catholic Community Service
A major Southeast social-service agency has a new top official.
Jean Strafford will take over as executive director of Catholic Community Service on May 1st.
Festival celebrates Buddy Tabor, Barb Kalen
Southeast Alaska lost two well-known and much-loved acoustic musicians during the past year.
