Update: Lawmakers, MTAB critique shuttle-ferry design
Some lawmakers are questioning plans for a pair of shuttle ferries that will provide service in northern Southeast Alaska.
Look at what these Juneau fifth graders can do
Sixty historical world figures recently visited Auke Bay Elementary School to tell their stories.
Nick Golodoff, author of “Attu Boy,” dies at 77
Nick Golodoff, author of the book Attu Boy, passed away earlier this month at the age of 77. His memoir about the World War II internment of the Aleut village by the Japanese brought attention to one of the most obscure corners of American history.
Sequester would cut NPS budget by 5 percent
Eighty-five billion dollars in federal budget cuts are set to begin Friday.
Judge denies new trial request in Hoonah homicide case
John Marvin, Jr.’s attorney questioned whether Sgt. Anthony Wallace was actually performing his official duties
Preliminary shuttle ferry plan released
New Lynn Canal shuttle ferries will be 280 feet long, seat about 300 passengers and operate no more than 12 hours a day. Part, but not all, of the car deck may be open. And the ships will have no staterooms or crew quarters.
Fundraiser puts Juneau’s Empty Chair project near goal
A proposed monument in Juneau to Japanese Americans interned during World War II got a big boost last weekend.
Busking for China
About 20 Juneau student musicians have raised $19,000 through street performances for an upcoming trip to China.
Fast ferry lawsuit could be settled before trial
The State of Alaska and German engine builders say they’re close to an agreement
AEL&P files to study Sheep Creek hydroelectric project feasibility
Alaska Electric Light and Power has filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to investigate the feasibility of a Sheep Creek hydroelectric project.
