News
Pebble Mine opponents say new federal change favors project
Oppositions groups are angry about a preferred route for metals leaving the proposed mine.
Life
A tale of two Shacklefords, in a way — part one
The mystery of Shackleford Creek had me baffled for quite some time.
News
Alaska’s April job numbers are down sharply
Alaska had 42,200 fewer jobs in April than a year earlier.
Sports
Refuge Notebook: Spruce beetles 2020
Spruce beetles are at it again. I am sad to see large trees in Soldotna with patches of…
Opinion
Alaska Voices: Oil taxes, what oil taxes?
Alaska needs a fair share from the sale of oil to economically recover and have a meaningful future.
Opinion
Clarkson: Even during pandemic, there is help for domestic violence victims
As a community we have a responsibility to care for and seek to protect our most vulnerable.
News
Lawmakers reconvene with virus protocols
The protocols, released by the Legislative Affairs Agency, say legislators may refuse screening.
Opinion
Alaska Voices: The time to invest in Alaska is now
We call on Gov. Mike Dunleavy to help move job creating infrastructure projects forward.
Opinion
Alaska Voices: Can Elodea be eradicated?
Infestations have been found on the Kenai Peninsula, around Cordova, and in the Fairbanks area.
Opinion
COVID-19 harms children in seen and unseen ways
There has been an alarming decrease in all routine health care, including routine vaccinations.
Opinion
Pay PFD now, make long-term fiscal plan for Alaska
The Ship of State, our government, has lost direction.
News
Carpenter likens virus screening stickers to Star of David.
“If my sticker falls off, do I get a new one or do I get public shaming too?”
Life
Quarantine and taxes
When the first stay-at-home mandates came out, I jumped into it with a “carpe diem” kind of energy.
Opinion
Alaska Voices: After a Supreme Court win, Alaskans have the right and responsibility to recall
We won. The recall is moving forward with speed.
Sports
Refuge Notebook: One person’s trash is another’s artifact
Archaeology. OK, what was the first thing that came to your mind when you read that word? I…
Sports
Tangled Up in Blue: In the long run
Someone asked me if time has been going by quickly or slowly these days.
Opinion
Alaska Voices: Mandates crucial to safety of fishing fleets
As a vessel operator, you are responsible for your crew’s compliance with the mandate.
Opinion
Alaska Voices: In honor of the thin blue line
During this pandemic our police officers cannot stay home, socially distance, and work remotely.