RCA to investigate Arrow’s garbage plan
The Regulatory Commission of Alaska will take more time to investigate Alaska Pacific Environmental Services’ plan to change the way garbage is collected in Juneau.
Native groups oppose expanded otter pelt sales
Several Alaska Native organizations oppose a legislative effort to increase sea otter harvests.
Basin Road Bridge closed until April 15
The Basin Road Bridge will be closed to all traffic through mid-April.
Lawmakers to review Coastal Management initiative
Testimony by invitation-only during joint meeting of House and Senate Judiciary Committees.
Stevens’ portrait unveiled
A portrait of the late Senator Ted Stevens – unveiled Friday evening — will hang on the second floor of the Alaska State Capitol between the House and Senate chambers.
Juneau man charged with multiple code violations
Ronald W. Hohman is facing six misdemeanor counts of maintaining a nuisance property, failure to close a building, and not using a public sewer.
Veterans’ job measure passes House, Senate
Alaska’s House and Senate have passed bills aimed at easing veterans’ chances of getting jobs. The measures direct the state to consider military training and experience when granting professional licenses. Alaska licenses about 40 professions, from barbers to contractors to nurses.
Stevens’ portrait to be unveiled today
A portrait of the late Sen. Ted Stevens to hang in the Alaska State Capitol will be unveiled today (Friday).
Will the Costa wreck hurt Alaska’s cruise industry?
You’ve probably heard that cruise-ship bookings took a dive after the Costa Concordia hit a reef and partially sunk. But are travelers avoiding cruising or just delaying ticket purchases? And what does it mean for Alaska tourism?
Hoonah loses beloved mayor Windy Skaflestad
A memorial service is planned for February 12th for former Hoonah Mayor Alf ‘Windy’ Skaflestad, who passed away last Saturday at the age of 75 after a long battle with prostate cancer.
