Work continues on the Juneau Access Project, despite Gov. Bill Walker’s spending freeze. But it doesn’t involve moving dirt or pouring concrete.
Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska
Snowless Southeast weather expected to continue
If the trend continues, snowpacks will be smaller and hydropower plants could run out of water in the summer. Salmon streams could run low, making it harder for fry to leave and adults to spawn.
Mining, timber, elections top 2014 Southeast news
The year in news in Southeast Alaska can be summed up by three topics: mining, timber and elections.
Canada OKs KSM mine’s environmental plans
A controversial mine near Southeast Alaska’s border won approval from Canada’s federal government on Friday. That worries critics, who say the development could pollute salmon-bearing rivers.
Coastline search leads to first residents’ camps
Understanding the rise and fall of Southeast Alaska’s landscape is helping scientists learn more about the area’s early human settlements.
Capital budget has few Southeast projects
Southeast projects in Gov. Bill Walker’s pared-down capital budget are mostly road, ferry and bridge work that could be funded by the federal government.
Sealaska lands bill passes Congress
A bill transferring 70,000 acres of the Tongass National Forest to Sealaska has passed Congress.
Study: Climate change hurting salmon habitat
Scientists know climate change is altering rain and snowfall patterns in the Tongass National Forest. A new study details how that could affect salmon and suggests what can be done.
Sitka-based cruise line hires new CEO
Former Sealaska executive Russell Dick is the new CEO of Alaskan Dream Cruises.
New Hoonah dock could boost tourism numbers
Hoonah’s Icy Strait Point tourist attraction could see more visitors once a new cruise ship dock is built.