“It kind of broke the system,” says Jake Fisher, director of the magazine’s auto test division. Tesla’s stock rose 8 percent Thursday.
Economy
States Try to Counter Rural Flight
Population loss is a long-term trend in much of rural America, and it’s gotten more acute since 2010.
Crews train to prevent repeat of Selendang Ayu grounding
The system was developed after the freighter Selendang Ayu lost power and grounded off of Unalaska Island in Dec. 2004. Six crewmembers were killed when the ship broke in half and spilled oil and its soybean cargo along the shoreline.
British Columbia more open to mine treaty talks
British Columbia’s mines minister says he’s open to involving Canada in resolving transboundary mine conflicts. That’s a change from earlier statements.
City officials anticipate challenges dealing with cash-only pot businesses
Local officials are recommending the City and Borough of Juneau handle all of its financial transactions with marijuana businesses in cash, and to take extra precautions to protect it.
B.C. mine protestors hold “Extra Tuff” rally on Capitol steps
“What we found for this project of collecting salmon stories and boots from Alaskans throughout the region is that Alaska is united on this issue,” says SEACC Director Malena Marvin.
Indigenous council focused on the Arctic prepares for the future
Alaska and the future of Arctic policy are seeing increased international attention as the U.S. holds the chairmanship for the Arctic Council and foreign ministers prepare to meet in Anchorage later this month — joined by President Obama, who’s planning a visit to Kotzebue and Dillingham.
State ferry system raising cancellation fees
The state ferry system will soon charge more for canceling reservations. Fee increases begin Oct. 1, the same day the winter ferry schedule begins.
Prince of Wales community celebrates the return of ferry service
After months of delays, a new ferry in Southeast Alaska is planning to start up service this Friday, Aug. 28.
New Hoonah hydro project could help local businesses
“For people who would love the lifestyle here but don’t dare take the risk due to the high cost of electricity, they now know they have support,” says Hoonah Mayor Ken Skaflestad.