This month, Etsy notified artists that it will ban the sale of many fur products on its platform, starting Aug. 11.
Business
Tour guides and stockers for Skagway’s largest tourist attraction vote to unionize
About 40 employees of Skagway’s White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad are set to join a local union after a vote earlier this month.
Haines’ only pizza shop closes its doors
The owner cited ongoing financial struggles along with a failed negotiation over the restaurant’s lease.
Alaska freight shipping costs set to spike amid war in Iran
Alaska Marine Lines, Matson and Tote are all increasing their fuel- related surcharges, starting this month.
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.