Coastal communities in Alaska that depend on fisheries were warned Tuesday to prepare for the impacts of ocean acidification.
Southeast
Yakutat homicide case will likely be appealed
Robert Kowalski to serve forty years for 1996 shooting at Yakutat lodge
Update: Communications restored following earthquake caused disruption
An earthquake shook Southeast Alaska just before 3 a.m. Friday.
Train derails north of Skagway; no serious injuries reported
A tourist train apparently derailed north of Skagway Wednesday afternoon, though early reports suggest there were no serious injuries.
State road projects in Sitka at $70 million and climbing
The state has spent nearly $70 million on transportation projects in Sitka over the last five years, and there’s more on the way.
Composting, ecotours, distillery in running for Path to Prosperity prize
Southeast Alaska entrepreneurs are getting a second chance to win $40,000 to develop regional businesses.
Empty Chair Project recognizes Juneau’s Japanese WWII internees
More than 200 people attended the dedication ceremony for a bronze sculpture recognizing Southeast Alaska’s internees
Mendenhall flood waters begin to recede
After setting a flooding record, waters have begun to recede on Mendenhall Lake and River.
Water(borne) issues float Sitka assembly meeting
The Sitka assembly last night revised the way revenues from water sales will be handled, in order to avoid flooding any single department with money.
New ferry schedule has few changes
The ferry schedule for this fall, winter and spring is now available online. It’s similar to last year’s sailing calendar.