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Walker to add crime bill to October special session
Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO – Juneau
A rise in crime in Alaska has led Governor Bill Walker to seek a bill in the special session next month (October) that would allow more jail time for some thefts and other crimes.
How more communities can follow Kodiak’s renewable energy model
Rachel Waldholz, Alaska’s Energy Desk – Anchorage
Kodiak generates almost 100 percent of its power with renewable energy.The local co-op has managed to do that while keeping electric rates stable. In fact, the price of electricity in Kodiak has dropped slightly since 2000.
Former Alaska first lady passes, remembered as “frank and friendly”
Lori Townsend, Alaska Public Media – Anchorage
Ermalee Hickel, the wife of former Governor Wally Hickel, died yesterday. Though her husband’s outsized personality may have overshadowed her at times those who knew her say she was a strong woman of faith and family.
Trump administration moves to lift ban on oil assessment in ANWR
Elizabeth Harball, Alaska’s Energy Desk – Anchorage
The Washington Post is reporting that the Trump administration is trying to allow more in-depth studies of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge’s oil potential.
PFD amount announced: $1,100
Zachariah Hughes, Alaska Public Media – Anchorage
The State of Alaska has announced the dollar figure for this year’s Permanent Fund Dividend.
UAV industry reps discuss the vehicles’ future in Fairbanks
Dan Bross, KUAC – Fairbanks
Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in the north is the focus of meetings in Fairbanks this week. The University of Alaska Fairbanks “Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Integration” is hosting industry representatives to talk about UAV based operations in Alaska and the Arctic.
Two killed in highway accident near North Pole
Tim Ellis, KUAC – Fairbanks
Two drivers were killed last night in a two-vehicle accident on the Richardson Highway near North Pole.
Alaska regulators to revisit onsite marijuana use proposal
Associated Press
Alaska regulators plan to revisit onsite use of marijuana in cannabis shops around the state in November.
On-site pot consumption resolution voted down in Fairbanks Assembly
Robert Hannon, KUAC – Fairbanks
A resolution supporting on-site consumption of marijuana at licensed establishments was voted down by the Fairbanks Borough Assembly at a meeting Thursday night. A majority of assembly members thought the resolution was going too far, too fast.
AK: At Katmai’s Brooks Camp, tourists and bears mingle mostly carefree
Dave Bendinger, KDLG – Dillingham
PS has recorded only three bear-related incidents dating to 1950 at its most famous viewing spot. Park rangers attribute that to good orientation, supervision, accountability of food and gear, and abundant supply of Bristol Bay sockeye.
49 Voices: Jody Dillon of Anchorage
Wesley Early, Alaska Public Media – Anchorage
This week we’re hearing from Jody Dillon in Anchorage. Dillon is an environmental scientist who was born in Juneau.
