Southeast Native leader opposes oil tax cuts
A key Southeast Native leader is asking the Legislature to not lower oil taxes. Tlingit-Haida Central Council President Ed Thomas says Alaska needs the revenue. He also says oil companies are already making huge profits.
Native groups oppose expanded otter pelt sales
Several Alaska Native organizations oppose a legislative effort to increase sea otter harvests.
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.
Budget bill boosts logging
The most recent Interior Department appropriations bill includes provisions aimed at helping Alaska’s struggling timber industry. But one group says they go too far.
Businessman, statehood bell ringer Derr passes away
Longtime Juneau businessman and Chamber of Commerce luminary Romer Derr passed away yesterday (Thursday) at the age of 75. He’s being remembered not just for his efforts to improve Juneau’s economy, but for his participation in the Capital City’s first ever statehood celebration.
IFA wants to sell spare ship to state ferry system
Should the Alaska Marine Highway buy a used ship from the independent Inter-Island Ferry Authority? Supporters of the idea say it could save money for both operations.
Ferry Taku breaks down again, sailings cancelled
The ferry Taku may be back in action on Thursday (January 26th), after its second breakdown this month. The 370-passenger ship was tied up in Juneau Sunday night due to a problem with its propeller control system. Officials then cancelled a roundtrip sailing to Prince Rupert.
Young Alaskans gather in Juneau
Fifty-six years ago, 55 delegates met to discuss their vision for Alaska at the Constitutional Convention. This weekend, 55 delegates gather yet again to discuss Alaska’s future with one major difference – all of them are under 25.
Christen confirmed to 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
The U-S Senate voted 95-3 today (Thursday) to confirm Judge Morgan Christen to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
