Lawmakers have allocated another $70 million for two controversial transportation projects — the Juneau Access Project and the Knik Arm Crossing. But the federal funds may never be spent.
Economy
Some ferry cuts restored, but impacts unclear
State budget-writers have reversed one of cuts made to the Alaska Marine Highway System. But officials say it’s too early to say how much service will be restored.
Closing after 65 years, Brenner women look to the future
The doors of one of the oldest family-owned stores in Sitka closed last month.
Alaska Legislature extends session past day 90
The Alaska Legislature will resume meeting Monday, after failing to complete their work by Sunday’s projected end.
Oil price likely to dip again after brief surge
That gives Alaskans something to cheer about, but the head of the U.S. Energy Information Administration told a Senate panel Thursday two political events on the horizon would likely bring the global price down.
SE Tribal council boosts anti-mine campaign
Southeast Alaska’s Tlingit-Haida Central Council is increasing its opposition to mines just across the border in British Columbia.
State House moves to freeze public employee salaries
The five-line bill repeals a 2.5 percent cost-of-living adjustment for non-union public employees, which comprise about 2,000 members of the state workforce.
High-grade gold found near Kensington Mine
The Kensington mine, located northwest of Juneau, recently announced the discovery of high-grade gold.
Record low snowpack in Southeast, warm summer ahead
Last weekend, EagleCrest Ski Area received 20 inches of precipitation at its highest elevation, and about six inches at the base.
House steps towards full legal marijuana market
House Bill 123 sets up a body within the ABC Board to start doing exactly what voters opted for on Ballot Measure 2: regulating marijuana like alcohol.