Americans who heat their homes primarily with oil could be hit the hardest, with up to a 20 percent jump in prices predicted. But what happens in the Lower 48 doesn’t always apply to Alaska.
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Is there something for everyone in a new vision for Tongass roads?
Eventually, it will be up to the U.S. Forest Service to choose one of four options, which represent a spectrum of ideas about how the Tongass should be managed.
Naming ‘Luna Lake’ is a story of survival, loss
A border collie named Luna was killed in 2013 by a massive landslide at the headwaters of Redoubt Lake near Sitka. Luna’s former owner now hopes to officially name the small lake created by slide in honor of his longtime friend, and there’s a chance he’ll succeed.
Otter skin-sewing workshops promote ‘sustainable cottage industry’ in coastal Alaska
Sealaska Heritage Institute aims to expand the practice of traditional Alaska Native skin-sewing with a series of workshops in communities around Southeast Alaska.
Thane Ore House to burn Saturday
The former Thane Ore House restaurant will burn Saturday as part of a training exercise for local firefighters. Capital City Fire/Rescue hopes to start the controlled burn at 10 a.m. and finish by 4 p.m.
Gov. Walker picks Valdez judge for Juneau bench
District Court Judge Daniel Schally of Valdez previously served as an assistant district attorney for Southeast Alaska. Three other judges were also appointed to fill court vacancies.