B.C. mine officials announce new changes to mining code
Two years after one of the worst mine disasters in Canada’s history, mine officials in British Columbia are rolling out new mining codes.
Sullivan gives Trump-less address to GOP convention
Sullivan was the only member of Alaska’s congressional delegation to come to the convention. His speech lasted two and a half minutes.
Without quorum, tribal delegates push AVCP demands to October
They want the AVCP administration and executive board to provide answers on financial matters and respond to what some delegates see as a mismanagement of power and lack of transparency.
Broken ice machine stymies commercial fishing in Marshall and Russian Mission
Marshall’s Maserculiq Native Corp. owns the machine but has made no effort to fix it since the compressor quit working.
Governor appoints Hollis French to oil and gas commission
Hollis French, a Democrat from Anchorage, served in the Alaska Senate for 12 years. Now he’ll oversee regulation of the state’s oil and gas industry.
North Slope records fall with ‘unprecedented warmth’
Two all time temperature records were set on the North Slope on July 13th and 14th. Deadhorse hit a record high of 85 on July 13th, exceeding the previous record by two degrees. The next day, Kuparuk recorded a temperature of 86 degrees.
McHugh fire delays traffic, some people evacuating neighborhoods
There could be a little rain early Thursday morning. It’s not much, but it should bring more humidity and lower temperatures.
Lawmakers press on North Slope marketing request
“If I were Wal-Mart and I walked into Kmart and said, ‘Hey I need to know your marketing plan for the next six years,’ they would throw you out the door,” said Rep. Craig Johnson, a Republican from Anchorage.
Q&A: Teen White House honoree from Shishmaref talks climate change
Esau Sinnok said he had goosebumps and that his heart was beating when he was at the White House. “It was like I couldn’t believe I was there. I’m just a rural village Native kid, and to experience that … it felt like a once in a lifetime opportunity for me.”
Haines Borough tells some residents to boil water
With water pressure down, the risk of impurities getting in tap water is higher, so the borough is required to issue a boil notice.
GOP in Cleveland: Alaskans shout their say in floor chaos
For some delegates, the goal was to unbind delegates so they could vote for candidates other than Trump. For one Alaska delegate, it was about procedure and accountability.
St. George considers applying for national marine sanctuary status
St. George Island is taking steps to protect the marine environment in their backyard. The city council passed a resolution earlier this month that could establish a National Marine Sanctuary.
A Juneau family shares the price of burglary
A Juneau family is rethinking security measures for their home after a recent break-in.
Senate ends special session with talk of deficit and deeds
Democratic Minority Leader Berta Gardner said she was disappointed the legislature couldn’t agree on a comprehensive fiscal plan.
Juneau utility installs $22 million diesel turbine
For the city’s residents, that means the price for electricity is likely to go up. Before the development goes any further, some community members are asking the state’s regulatory commission to take a closer look.
Piping problem leads to dry taps, brown water in Haines
“It came out incredibly brown, super dark, almost looked like coffee,” said Pilotlight Restaurant owner Eric Forster of his restaurant’s tap water on Sunday.
Alaska cruise industry grows, global share shrinks
Alaska’s cruise industry is on track to hit the magic million-passenger mark this year. But it’s attracting a smaller percentage of the worldwide market.
Gov. Walker adds cabinet level oil and gas adviser
Gov. Walker said he’s created a new cabinet level position in his administration, an oil and gas adviser. He appointed John Hendrix to the job, who most recently worked as general manager for Apache Alaska.
State GOP chair: Alaska delegates accept Trump — with qualms
“The reality is, it’s going to be Donald Trump and Mike Pence. And if you’re a Republican, that’s your team,” said the Alaska GOP chairman.
Debunking 3 myths Of wildfire safety
Myth #1: If you stay in the black you’re fine. Myth #2: If you’re in the city on cement with firefighters you’re safe. Myth #3: If you lose your escape route you can call 911.