“They are putting our employees at risk by shooting in blind areas,” mine spokesman Mike Satre said. The Alaska Board of Game will weigh the proposal at its January meeting in Petersburg.
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Alaska Made: This Sitka inventor wants to ease the sore backs of baggage handlers everywhere
With his new invention, a Sitka baggage handler hopes to prove that the hard work of loading airline baggage doesn’t have to be harmful.
Alaska Made: A new rule makes this easy-to-build gadget a required kit for the tackle box
A Ketchikan band has a rap song about rockfish recompression. And you’d better listen up, because their easy-to-build gadget will soon be required by regulation in Southeast.
Alaska Made: Sea otter pelts are highly prized, tightly regulated
The sea otter population in Southeast is growing steadily. Alaska Natives are allowed to work the pelts in traditional ways, but production is constrained by regulations.
Alaska’s top forester talks timber in Southeast
Dave Schmid is tasked with managing over 22 million acres of federal land. Asked about the balancing act required for managing public lands, he spoke of his office’s commitment to all facets of Southeast Alaska’s economy, including timber.
Hoonah’s Icy Strait Point plans new dock for megaships
The Hoonah City Council has already tentatively agreed to lease city-owned tidelands. The 500-foot dock would be built in partnership by Huna Totem Corporation and Norwegian Cruise Lines.
Diocese of Juneau taps panel to investigate claims of sexual misconduct
A decree from Juneau Bishop Andrew Bellisario calls for an independent commission to review all claims of sexual misconduct dating back to the diocese’s founding.
This Alaskan crossed the Bering Sea in an eight-foot dinghy. Russia wants to send him back.
Packed with provisions, John W, Martin III floated down the Tanana and Yukon rivers with the aim of reaching China. He ended up in Russia’s Far East and is writing a book about his experiences.
Ruling limits how Juneau can spend cruise passenger fees
A federal judge rules Juneau city officials spent marine passenger fees too freely. The ruling upholds the constitutionality of collecting fees but constrains their future use.
Hydro One’s Avista merger unraveling over Ontario’s political meddling
Regulators in Washington state have blocked the acquisition of Alaska Electric Light & Power’s parent company by a Canadian utility. AEL&P serves about 17,000 homes and businesses in Juneau.