CBJ Assemblyman forgot about commercial fishing vessel license for F/V Pisces
Economy
Should Sitka be a mecca for electric cars?
It was just a few years ago that Sitka’s electric utility predicted a significant increase in the number of electric vehicles on the road, especially in places with inexpensive electric power. But Sitka’s interest in electric cars has remained flat.
Main Street re-opens to traffic
Juneau’s Main Street has opened to traffic on a smooth new asphalt surface that one driver described as “beautifully done.”
Glacier Bay Lodge may shut its doors next year
(Updated) Glacier Bay Lodge may shut down after this season. Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve put out a prospectus for concession services in January but received no bids by the March 26 deadline. Closing Glacier Bay Lodge could have rippling effects on the economy of Gustavus.
Ferry service to Gustavus draws mixed reaction
State ferry service between Juneau and Gustavus is in its third season. While most Gustavus residents are happy with the additional transportation option provided by the Alaska Marine Highway System, others aren’t sure the change is good for the small community.
Update: Sealaska lands bill passes Senate committee
Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski’s version of the Sealaska lands bill has passed out of its only committee of referral.
Sealaska bill passes Senate committee
Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski’s version of the Sealaska lands bill has passed out of its only committee of referral. The legislation, co-sponsored by Alaska Senator Mark Begich, was one of a dozen measures marked up this morning during an Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing. The bill allows the regional Native corporation to choose about…
Main Street improvements making progress
Paving on Main Street will begin Tuesday.
Marijuana initiative gets closer to ballot
An initiative to set up a legal market for marijuana has cleared a hurdle for getting on the ballot.
Airport reverses fuel fee increase, runway rehabilitation underway
After discussions with airport tenants and users, the airport board decided Wednesday night to reverse some of the increases.