NPS releases EA on proposed changes in sport hunting
An environmental assessment released on Sept. 5 by the National Park Service on proposed amendments to sport hunting and trapping regulations in national preservers...
Coast Guard Cutter Sycamore crew are Buoy Tender Round-up champions
Crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sycamore, based in Cordova, claimed the Buoy Tender Round-Up championship in Juneau on Aug. 23.They placed first...
Important pink salmon disaster relief update
Dear Friends and Neighbors,At long last, I am finally able to announce that the State of Alaska has released its draft distribution plan for...
New law clearly defines independent contractors
Alaska’s Division of Worker’s Compensation now has a clearly defined definition of an independent contractor to help decide whether an injured worker is eligible...
Sweet spot of sleep is 6-8 hours
How much sleep do you really need?According to findings presented on Aug. 26 during the European Society of Cardiology Congress in Munich, Germany, a...
State wants input on pink salmon disaster fund
State fisheries officials are seeking public comment through Sept. 7 on how to distribute $56.3 million in federal funds allocated for those impacted by...
Statewide harvest was 31 percent below forecast
For many engaged in fisheries, it’s been a challenging year, as confirmed by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game’s new report that the...
UA board of regents seeks public comment
Public comment on University of Alaska issues is being sought by the university’s board of regents in a two-hour call-in session from 4 p.m....
Hearing focuses on revitalizing Native languages
A recent hearing of the Senate Indian Affair Committee in Washington D.C. focused on efforts to promote and preserve Native languages, with testimony from...
Bill adds flexibility to funding mariculture projects
State loans to help pay for shellfish and seaweed hatcheries or enhancement projects through the Alaska Mariculture Revolving Loan Fund are getting a boost...
