Juneau International Airport leaders say the route is inevitable, but the airline is a bit more hesitant.
Alix Soliman
Climate & Environment Reporter, KTOO
“I write stories that shine a light on environmental problems and solutions. In the words of Rachel Carson, ‘The public must decide whether it wishes to continue on the present road, and it can do so only when in full possession of the facts.’”
When Alix isn’t asking questions, you can find her hiking, climbing or buried in a good book.
Federal court decides not to scrap Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center improvement plan after legal violation
The Forest Service’s $25 million project is expected to move forward with some additional paperwork.
Juneau residents say AEL&P’s proposal to raise bills by 20% is not affordable
The Regulatory Commission of Alaska’s public comment period is open until May 28.
Proposed New Polaris mine raises concerns about Taku River salmon, but mining company assures safeguards
Canagold says it will avoid harming the Taku River amid concerns from tribal members about protecting salmon.
Alaska Legislature rejects Dunleavy AG appointee Stephen Cox
Thursday’s vote was only the second rejection of a commissioner-level appointment in state history. The last was during the Palin administration.
Canagold plans to drive 98-foot-long ship up Taku River to proposed New Polaris mine in June
The route is up the Taku River, south of Juneau, to where it meets the Tulsequah River, just over the U.S.-Canada border.