Alaska Marine Lines, Matson and Tote are all increasing their fuel- related surcharges, starting this month.
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Alaska House passes new version of vetoed corporate tax change
Gov. Mike Dunleavy continues to oppose the bill, a spokesperson said. The bill passed the House 22-17, well short of a veto-proof majority, and now heads to the Senate.
Juneau’s 20th Century Theater is seeing new life — and a new name — as Aurora Grand
The historic downtown Juneau building is being brought back to life after sitting empty for years. The people behind the restoration say they want it to be a space for the community.
Alaska Seaplanes announces temporary fuel surcharge citing Iran War
Globally, jet fuel prices have surged following the U.S. and Israel’s attack on Iran, with increases exceeding 50% in many cases.
In Haines, a small army of locals is gearing up to host a global ski competition
The Freeride World Tour draws the globe’s best backcountry skiers and snowboarders, who pick their way down ungroomed, world class slopes.
Alaska Permanent Fund’s performance compares favorably to peers, evaluators tell lawmakers
The nearly $90 billion Permanent Fund is outperforming similar large funds on a risk-adjusted basis, investment consultants with the firm Callan told lawmakers this week.