The ferry LeConte is ready to carry paying passengers again. State transportation officials say the Juneau-based ship will leave Friday morning, Dec. 6, for Haines and Skagway. It will return to its home port later in the day. They say repairs on the ship’s bow thruster are complete. The LeConte went into drydock in Ketchikan…
State Government
Oil Tax Revenue Expected To Decline By $2 Billion
The State of Alaska is expecting to take in $2 billion less in oil taxes over the next fiscal year, according to the Department of Revenue’s fall forecast.
Federal extended unemployment benefits coming to an end
The federal program extending unemployment benefits past the 26-week limit offered by the state will end on Dec. 28 unless Congress opts to extend it.
What leadership looks like
“What’s needed with youth leaders is the willingness and the confidence to take the initiative and be the driving force behind a movement,” says Abbey VandenBerg.
Democratic Legislators Push For Stricter Campaign Disclosure Rules
With so much money that will be spent on political ads, some state legislators would like to see stronger federal disclosure laws, so voters know who’s paying for the airtime.
Alaska Groups Give Passing Grade To Reworked HealthCare.gov
Groups in Alaska working to sign people up for health insurance on the federal marketplace say the website is working much better.
Participants voice hopes and realities at domestic violence Prevention Summit
“There are a lot of people who are working to try to stop this domestic violence and sexual assault epidemic,” says Greg Marxmiller, who runs Myspace in Dillingham.
Survey says Alaska has poor business climate for oil
A survey of oil company managers and executives has given Alaska poor marks for its business climate.
Business visitor satisfaction survey results not surprising
Capital city visitors on state, legislative, and other business complain most about Juneau weather, access, shopping, restaurants, and parking.
Alaska communities join forces to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault
“It’s an opportunity for communities across the state to talk to each other about what is working and what else they want to do to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault,” says Executive Director Lauree Morton.