Wrangell’s municipal employees’ union has authorized a strike. But one of its leaders said members don’t really want to.
Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska
Shareholders consider shrinking Sealaska board
Should Southeast’s regional Native corporation shrink its governing board? That’s a question before Sealaska shareholders. Management opposes the change.
No bids for retired ferry Taku, again
The ferry system tried to sell the sidelined Taku for $700,000, but no one submitted a bid. Officials will try again at a lower price.
Man allegedly went on vehicle theft spree, Wrangell police say
Wrangell police arrested a man Thursday who allegedly stole and damaged at least eight cars and trucks during the past week. Police Chief Doug McCloskey said the man won’t be named until he’s formally charged. That could happen Friday.
No budget? Ferry cuts would hit communities hard
State ferry service would be severely reduced if the Legislature fails to pass a budget in time to avoid a July 1 government shutdown.
Race to Alaska boating contest attracts no Alaskans
The only Alaska team in this year’s Race to Alaska has withdrawn. That means the Washington state-to-Ketchikan competition will involve mostly Pacific Northwest motorless boaters.
Alaska Marine Highway drops price for Taku ferry
No one wants to buy the ferry Taku, which has been tied up for almost two years. So, officials are lowering the minimum bid from $1.5 million to $700,000.
Top state ferry manager resigns
The person overseeing the Alaska Marine Highway System is leaving his post. Capt. Mike Neussl submitted his resignation May 4 and his boss accepted.
Cultural landscape conference focuses on Native education
Teachers from around Southeast Alaska will gather in Juneau next month to discuss culturally responsive education.
Federal budget deal maintains Alaska arts funding, state lawmakers OK arts restructuring
The federal budget deal cut by Congress includes some good news for arts in Alaska.