“We know we have a problem. What we need to know is, how can we get out of this?” says Greg Chaney, the city’s lands manager.
Economy
Trident’s new fishmeal plant to go online soon in Naknek
The newest processing plant in Bristol Bay is about to go online this month. Trident Seafood’s multi-million dollar fishmeal plant should get a test run with Togiak herring.
Record cruise ship season starts Sunday in Unalaska
Unalaska will get a big population boost this weekend, with the first cruise ship of what’s shaping up to be a busy summer.
A moving target: WAANT pursues bootleg liquor
Bethel is weighing a decision on the first liquor store in decades. In the shadow of the debate is a powerful and elaborate bootlegging economy.
Alaska miners dispute claim that “much” of Alaska’s federal lands are open to mining
“I think our concern is when you say “much” you’re talking about 18 percent of placer mines, and two out of six large-scale mines,” said mining industry representative.
Cessna 185 makes emergency landing in Nome
A privately-owned Cessna 185 airplane made an emergency landing at Nome’s City Field airport on Thursday afternoon.
Industry forecasts strong tourist season for Alaska
John Binkley, president of Cruise Lines International Association Alaska, says 2015 should be strong year for tourism in the state. But he says challenges may lie ahead.
PSP: tribal partnership seeks modern solution to an ancient problem
Paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP)killed two people in Southeast in 2010 and dozens more have fallen ill over the recorded history of the state.
Unalaska’s geothermal hopes stall without city backing
A years-long effort to bring geothermal power to Unalaska may be on its last legs. The city government is draining its accounts for exploring Makushin Volcano, saying the project is too expensive and risky to pursue any further.
Pot legal in Alaska, but no toking up on state ferries
Despite last fall’s legalization vote, you’re still not allowed to get stoned on state ferries.