The U.S. Interior Department on Thursday announced it is undertaking a series of construction projects to prepare for oil exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
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Constitutional fight over fish tax heads to court
An ongoing dispute over a tax that raises millions for coastal communities is getting its day in court. The owner of a pair of factory trawlers asserts Alaska’s fish landing tax violates the U.S. Constitution.
Weavers share traditional knowledge, stories behind textiles
A weaving presentation displayed blankets, aprons and other items made by practicing artisans from Southeast Alaska and British Columbia. About 50 people attended the presentation Wednesday by weavers and weaving historians in the Shuka Hit clan house in the Walter Soboleff Building.
Gardentalk — Your vegetables, flowers thank you for your support
Propping up plants keeps them away from slugs and ground moisture. It also helps with air circulation which mitigates mold and mildew issues.
Alaska’s regulatory authority OKs Hydro One acquisition
One of Canada’s largest power companies is another step closer to acquiring electric utilities in the Pacific Northwest, including one in Juneau.
Sweeney nomination wins committee approval
A U.S. Senate Committee cleared Tara Sweeney’s nomination to be Assistant Interior Secretary for Indian Affairs with no opposition – though there may still be one hang-up.