Work is wrapping on a project to rebuild the northernmost stretch of the Dalton Highway that was badly damaged two-and-a-half years ago by flooding from the overflowing Sagavanirktok River. Once that and two other road-improvement projects on that part of the Dalton are all complete, the state plans to pave the 52-mile stretch of the road.
North Slope
North Slope well leak estimated at over 7,000 gallons
The state reports that over 7,000 gallons of oil leaked from a North Slope well owned by Caelus Energy.
Feds seek comments on Alaska’s in-state natural gas pipeline
The Alaska Standalone Pipeline project would bring gas from the North Slope to communities in Alaska.
State lets Conoco expand North Slope unit, but with conditions
The Department of Natural Resources announced it’s allowing Conoco to expand one of its North Slope units, but only under certain conditions.
Legislature passes capital budget in one-day special session
The vote allows road projects and other construction to move forward. It was the only piece of business for the six-hour special session.
Lawmakers agree on capital budget funding for oil and gas tax credits, Kivalina school
Lawmakers plan to spend as little as one day in Juneau, as they meet Thursday for their third special session this year.
With budget, U.S. House inches toward ANWR
A budget blueprint in the U.S. House is reviving hopes for Alaskans who want to see the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge open to oil drilling.
BP leak investigation led to shutdown of 5 more wells
BP was forced to plug five at-risk wells on the North Slope after investigating an oil leak that happened this April.
Special session ends with compromise on oil and gas tax credits
The Senate voted to return for a third special session, but the House didn’t take a similar vote on Saturday. Lawmakers have yet to pass a capital budget.
With hedging statements, Alaska lawmakers say they’re close on oil and gas compromise
Anchorage Republican Sen. Cathy Giessel said, “I believe we have come to an agreement. We’re still working out details, but I feel very optimistic.”