The Juneau lawmaker hopes Gov. Bill Walker will submit his amended budget well before the Feb. 18 deadline.
Economy
Rough weather stops Lynn Canal ferry sailings
Juneau and Haines have lost a ferry sailing for the second time in three days. Skagway also lost one sailing. High winds, heavy seas and freezing spray sent the Aurora back dock.
Despite spending freeze, Juneau Access road effort continues
Work continues on the Juneau Access Project, despite Gov. Bill Walker’s spending freeze. But it doesn’t involve moving dirt or pouring concrete.
Blindingly bright ‘moose lights’ worry Troopers – but they’re legal, unregulated
High-intensity headlights are popular and getting more so, especially here in Alaska during the long, dark winter months.
Pick. Click. Give. donations up, number of donors taper
This year, program officials have brought back the Double Your Dividend sweepstakes to attract donors, and organizations will be charged a new 7 percent administrative fee.
Ambler Road would have mixed impact on NW Arctic caribou
AIDEA says it’s still moving forward to prepare an environmental impact statement for the contentious Ambler Road.
Update: JPD makes arrests in stabbing, assault incidents
Separate incidents over the weekend led to the arrests of two Juneau men.
Draft Juneau Economic Plan released
The draft Juneau Economic Plan identifies eight key initiatives to guide the capital city’s financial future over the next decade.
Crude oil price drop unlikely to affect fuel prices in Western Alaska
Oil prices continue to fall, with Brent crude around $56 per barrel and gasoline dipping below $3 per gallon around the state.
Aleutian Islands nominated as National Marine Sanctuary
The waters around the Aleutian Islands support a dizzying range of wildlife — and major industries right along with it. Right now, the government’s job is to help find a balance.