A court decision allowing the Big Thorne timber sale will help speed changes in Tongass logging. But opponents say it will damage other Southeast Alaska industries.
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Juneau’s budget picture improves, still unsustainable
A combination of new revenues and spending cuts have improved Juneau’s budget picture, but it’s not sustainable yet.
Update: Gastineau Apartments fire intentionally set
An investigation by the CCF/R fire marshal’s office has determined Saturday’s fire at the Gastineau Apartments was intentionally set.
The annual draining of Twin Lakes
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game and Juneau’s Parks and Recreation department drain Twin Lakes once a year to control the invasive weed, milfoil.
Interim Southeast DOT chief based in Anchorage
A Department of Transportation insider is the interim manager of the agency’s division overseeing Southeast Alaska.
Ferry rates rising for commercial customers
Department of Transportation officials are now considering large fare increases for commercial customers, those moving trucks and container vans via ferry.