Sports commentator Mike Sica with a look back and a look ahead in local sports. This week, he recaps the Crimson Bears’ latest set of matches against Ketchikan and previews Joe Thompkins’ appearance at the 2002 Paralympics.
Recent headlines
Should independents be able to run in a Democratic primary?
Superior Court Judge Philip Pallenberg heard oral arguments in a lawsuit on the issue. He said he’ll try to reach a decision as quickly as he can.
Gov. Walker cites uncertainty over funding in opposing ACA repeal
Walker said he has spoken several times with U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, whose vote could help determine the bill’s fate.
Alaska DOT is cruising Juneau for offending campaign signs
State transportation crews are removing political campaign signs along state rights-of-way. Alaska law largely forbids signs anywhere visible from the roadway.
University offers 400 acres on Chilkat Peninsula for timber sale
The University of Alaska is offering up 400 acres of its Haines-area land for timber harvest. The timing of the university’s decision was motivated by a conversation happening at the local level. The Haines Planning Commission is considering whether to restrict resource extraction in the Mud Bay area.
