Federal funds may be available for avalanche mitigation
The same federal grant that paid for a study calling the Mt. Juneau avalanche risk “unacceptable” could pay for a buyout of endangered homes.
Public can comment on Petersburg borough plan
Petersburg’s plan to form a borough meets state standards, according to a preliminary report by staff for the Alaska Local Boundary Commission.
Hunger striker continues push for school meals bill
Anchorage activist Kokayi Nosakhere took his hunger protest to the corner of 10th and Egan Saturday afternoon. Sitting in a chair with a sign with … more
Mt. Juneau avalanche risk “unacceptable,” report says
Avalanche mitigation report and AJ Mine related water study to be presented to CBJ Assembly tonight.
“Grandma Scam” hits Juneau
Con artists are again targeting senior citizens, posing as a family member who is stranded, has been in a car accident and needs money, according to the FBI in Alaska.
Munoz-sponsored real estate bill passes House
A bill sponsored by Juneau Republican Rep. Cathy Munoz revising state regulations for real estate activity passed the House of Representatives this morning (Friday). It now heads to the state Senate.
Skiers qualify for Junior Olympics & Arctic Winter Games
Thirty-seven alpine ski racers from the Juneau and Alyeska ski teams will represent Alaska at the Western Region Junior Olympics and the Arctic Winter Games next month.
“Wetting down” the new CCFR trucks
Capital City Fire and Rescue christened two brand new fire engines last night (Thursday) with a “wetting down” ceremony at Glacier Fire Station by the airport.
Coeur has record setting 2011
Coeur d’Alene Mines, owner of the Kensington Mine near Juneau, set several company records in 2011. Meanwhile, production levels at Kensington have been curtailed to allow for expanded underground development, which company officials say will lead to long-term stability.
Murkowski focused on oil and gas, military strategy
In her annual address to the Alaska Legislature, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski spoke chiefly of the need to increase oil and gas development and the role Alaska plays in national military strategy.
