Bill Walker says the item at the top of his federal wish list is opening the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil development.
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Governor cuts funding for Ambler mining road
Tribal leaders and stakeholders gathered in Fairbanks to discuss cultural, environmental and social impacts of a proposed 220-mile industrial road. The meeting is happening at time when the state is facing difficult budget decisions that could hamper the project.
Sitka High struggles to maintain after-school activities with dwindling budget
The activities budget for Sitka High School may have reached a tipping point and it could force the end of some programs.
Obama makes Bristol Bay off-limits for oil, gas development
The president’s announcement is being celebrated in Dillingham.
Rate increase approved for AP&T power customers
APC is expected to revise its rates again next year because when it folds its newly acquired Gustavus Electric into its rate structure.
State hires project lead for Medicaid expansion
The job is “Medicaid expansion project director” and it’s being filled by Chris Ashenbrenner, who spent two decades working for the department and came out of retirement to take on this challenge.