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Economy
Southeast bids adieu to fast ferry Fairweather
The state’s sole remaining fast ferry made its last run of the season between Skagway and Juneau. After 14 years there’s uncertainty whether the M/V Fairweather will ever return to Southeast.
Sealaska to donate $100,000 to group backing Walker and Mallott re-election
The regional Native corporation is kicking in $100,000 to a group backing the independent ticket.
State fines group opposing salmon habitat initiative for violating naming rule
The Alaska Public Offices Commission says the group violated a rule that requires an organization fighting an initiative to clearly state its opposition in its name.
Alaska Native organizations receive federal grant for safe and healthy housing
The Organized Village of Kake and the Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority each received $1 million and the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium won almost $870,000. They hope to use the money for home repairs, education and to deal with mold and mildew issues.
As climate change looms large for the oil industry, what could that mean for Alaska?
In Alaska, oil companies are already seeing the consequences of climate change. But the industry is also grappling with the issue on a much higher level — in a way that could eventually affect whether or not they pursue projects in the Arctic.
Native American tribes file lawsuit seeking to invalidate Keystone XL pipeline permit
The Fort Belknap Indian Community and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe contend there was no effort to study how the 1,200-mile pipeline project could affect their water systems and sacred lands.
In Germany, Construction Has Begun On Controversial New Russian Gas Pipeline
Construction began in May on the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, which will enable Russia to boost its natural gas exports to Europe. President Trump has warned that it will make Germany “captive to Russia.”
Alaska Airlines union workers picket for better wages
In Juneau, clerical workers, ramp staff and customer service agents sported neon green t-shirts that said “Show us the money!” as they waved signs on the plaza across from the airport’s drop off area.
State announces tentative deal with ExxonMobil to supply gas for Alaska LNG project
Agreement links Point Thompson production requirements to deal on Alaska LNG project.