The state is granting nearly $300,000 to improve water quality in some of Alaska’s most damaged watersheds, including Juneau’s orange-tinted Duck Creek.
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Biomass boost: Haines and Hydaburg win renewable heating grants
“You know, we’re not talking about some smoky, old wood stove here. We’re talking about high-tech equipment,” said Daniel Parrent, a program manager at the U.S. Forest Service.
Bear attack survivor: ‘Grace was extended to me’
Steck is a Marine Corps veteran who spent time in Iraq. He said he was scared sometimes doing that work, but nothing close to his experience with the bear.
Former Arizona lawmaker indicted for Excursion Bay homicide
Mark Anthony DeSimone is accused of shooting 34-year-old Duilio Antonio “Tony” Rosales twice in the back of the head.
Skagway restaurant owners rally after spoiled food arrives on barge
A weekly supply of produce and meat arrived in Skagway on Tuesday morning spoiled, or mostly unfit for consumption.
Ferry sailings down 7 percent next fiscal year
Next winter’s ferry schedule will be leaner than this year’s, and that one was pretty lean. It’s the result of budget cuts, which could lead to the sale of the ferry Taku.
State, Southeast Conference agree to rework ferry system
The state and a regional development group are combining forces to develop a new business and management plan for the Alaska Marine Highway System.
New tribal court programs aim to reduce recidivism
Eventually, Central Council wants to offer circle sentencing beyond Juneau and into other tribal courts in Southeast.
Report: Skagway business leaders optimistic about economy, concerned about housing
Skagway business owners are more optimistic about the economy than their peers in Southeast Alaska. But they’re less enthusiastic about the benefits of living in their community and housing costs are a more severe obstacle.
Soboleff-McRae Veterans Village and Wellness Center in Haines opens
The project, including the Veterans Village apartments, cost nearly $10-million to complete. And while it hit a few snags along the way, its new tenants are optimistic.