South American students spend their summer enjoying winter at Eaglecrest
Only two days left in the Juneau ski season. Eaglecrest closes on Sunday, after a banner year of snow. The city-owned ski area opened November 25th, eight days earlier than planned. It still has more than 100 inches of snow at the base and nearly 160 at the top of the mountain.
Coeur to spend $4-million on Kensington exploration this year
Coeur d’Alene Mines Corporation is spending $4-million dollars on exploration at its Kensington Gold Mine this year. But company officials say they’re focused on stabilizing existing operations at the nearly two-year old mine in Berners Bay, about 45-miles north of Juneau.
Three suspected cases of PSP reported in Juneau
State health officials are investigating three suspected cases of paralytic shellfish poisoning, or PSP, in Juneau this week. All of the patients are recovering. All the suspect shellfish was reportedly harvested over Easter weekend.
Two reported dead in shooting at ComSta Kodiak
Identities of the deceased not yet released. Suspect reported still at large.
Southeast harbors targeted for upgrades
It looks like about 10 Southeast Alaska boat harbors will see repairs or construction soon. The capital budget moving through the Legislature provides millions for docks, ramps and associated facilities.
Gardentalk – Lawn prep and care
First, you’ve got to deice your lawn before you can demoss, thatch, seed, and fertilize.
CBJ Assembly hears school, capital projects budget presentations
Assembly members also question the use of marine passenger fee revenue for improvements to private dock facilities.
Rally demands justice for Ted Stevens
Governor Sean Parnell and several legislators took part in a rally demanding justice for the late U.S. Senator Ted Stevens yesterday in Juneau.
Acquittal for Juneau man accused of shooting assault
Jury returns with ‘not guilty’ verdict for Kenneth Nalan.
CBJ dog task force to review canine laws
Juneau’s Parks and Rec Department is re-creating a dog task force to address increasing complaints about dog poop and the behavior of some off-leash dogs.
