The U.S. Economic Development Administration announced this week that the proposed mariculture project is among 60 finalists for a Build Back Better Regional Challenge grant.
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Sen. Murkowski aims for ‘a permanent fix’ to the old law that halted Alaska cruises
Sen. Lisa Murkowski has introduced a bill to permanently waive a requirement for Alaska-bound cruise ships to stop in Canada.
Southeast Conference blends virtual and in-person events for Haines summit
About 150 people are expected to attend the Southeast Conference’s annual meeting in person.
Southeast retains legislative seats under draft redistricting plan
A decade ago, Southeast lost a Senate and a House seat when the districts were redrawn due to population shifts.
Biden to freeze Tongass timber sales, invest in other Southeast Alaska sectors
The practical effect of Thursday’s announcement would be to freeze any remaining old growth timber sales except for those used in small scale salvage projects for cultural use by Alaska Native tribes and others.
Proposed winter schedule leaves long gaps in Southeast ferry service
Southeast towns like Sitka, Wrangell and Petersburg would see ships infrequently, while Kodiak Island and some Southcentral communities could see improved service.