This would be the first segment of road to the mine site at the face of Herbert Glacier if the U.S. Forest Service approves the operation.
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.
Alaska Marine Lines, ferry system staff discuss options for safely transporting electric vehicles to Southeast Alaska
AML still won’t ship EVs while the Alaska Marine Highway System says it has improved safety procedures.
US Forest Service cancels plan to build Herbert Glacier cabin in Juneau
Officials say it’s due to staff capacity and challenges of the site, not nearby mining interests.
ADF&G euthanizes mountain goat kid with contagious skin infection found on Perseverance Trail
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Southeast ferry riders call proposed Cascade Point terminal a ‘boondoggle’ in public comments
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Several downtown storefronts closed for the day while others took a stance in other ways.