Local officials say the dock could provide a major financial boost and help diversify Skagway’s economy, which relies heavily on tourism.
Energy & Mining
US House Natural Resources Committee members tour Alaska to survey mining, timber resources
Members of the the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee stopped in Juneau Monday to talk about expanding logging and mining in Southeast Alaska.
Trump administration announces offshore lease sales in Alaska’s Cook Inlet
The Interior Department plans six lease sales, but industry interest has been mild in the gasfields Southcentral Alaska relies on for heat and power generation.
Work will continue at controversial mining exploration effort near Haines, company says
The project has long divided Chilkat Valley residents over its potential economic benefits — and environmental impacts.
Lawmakers override Gov. Dunleavy’s veto of oil tax transparency bill
The bill originally passed the Senate unanimously and by a 30-10 vote in the House.
State signs $28.5M contract to advance new ferry terminal over objections from Marine Highway board
Members of a board created by Gov. Mike Dunleavy said they were “being ignored” by transportation officials.