Gubernatorial Challengers Criticize Parnell For Missing Debates
Since April, gubernatorial challengers Byron Mallott and Bill Walker have gone after incumbent Sean Parnell for skipping debates. They hit that point again on Monday, at a candidate forum hosted by the National Congress of American Indians.
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BP uses drones for first time on land for commercial purposes
For the first time in Alaska, and the United States, a company is flying drones over land for commercial purposes. BP is using Unmanned Aerial Systems to inspect roads, gravel pads, and pipelines on the North Slope. It's the first time the Federal Aviation Administration has approved drones for this type of use, and it could open doors for other companies.
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Land Trust For Alaska Tribes Is A Popular Concept
At a wide ranging press conference during day three of the NCAI gathering in Anchorage today, BIA Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Kevin Washburn said the concept of taking land into trust for Alaska tribes is a popular one.
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National Archives departure impacts broad community
The National Archives in Anchorage is closing its doors to researchers in less than two weeks, despite impassioned pleas by historians and researchers. But they aren't the only ones who use the stacks of historical records. Playwrights, federal and state agencies, and native organizations do as well. And the archives leaving could impact them all, to a degree.
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AIDEA Briefs Federal Commission On Ambler Road
The state says it will cost as much as $400 million to build a controversial proposed mining road to Ambler. But some opponents of the road think that figure is too low.
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Utah Official Advocates For Land Transfer In Alaska
Alaska is not alone in its conflicts with the federal government over land management. Leaders in some Lower 48 western states want Alaska to join an effort to gain control of federal lands within their borders.
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Wells Fargo Donates Land To Eklutna
Wells Fargo is donating sacred land to the village of Eklutna.
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Sitka wood carver Tommy Joseph comes to the Anchorage Museum
Tlingit wood carver Tommy Joseph was in Anchorage last week to repair a totem pole which will become part of the Anchorage Museum's collection.
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As Oil Tax Referendum Nears, Dems Try Making Bet With Governor
A pair of Anchorage Democrats are calling on Gov. Sean Parnell to pass legislation serving as a guarantee that the new oil tax system will lead to more production on the North Slope.
Alaska News Nightly: June 10, 2014
Sullivan Calls On Begich To Sign Pledge Discouraging Outside Influence; Mallott, Walker Criticize Gov. Parnell For Skipping Debates; HAARP Demolition Reportedly ‘Put On Hold’; FAA Approves BP’s North Slope Drone Use; Land Trust For Alaska Tribes Is A Popular Concept; National Archives Departure Impacts Broad Community; AIDEA Briefs Federal Commission On Ambler Road; Utah Official Advocates For Land Transfer In Alaska; Wells Fargo Donates Land To Eklutna; Sitka Wood Carver Tommy Joseph Comes To The Anchorage Museum
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Almost All Alaska Vets Seen Within 30 Days At Anchorage VA
Ninty-nine percent of veterans seeking medical appointments from the Anchorage VA are seen within 30 days. That's according to a Veterans Affairs audit released Monday.
State To Fight Challenge To Same-Sex Marriage Ban
Alaska Attorney General Michael Geraghty plans to fight a lawsuit challenging the state's ban on same-sex marriage.
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As Festival Season Kicks Off, So Does Campaign Season
For the next few months, politicians are going to be swarming fairs and festivals in an effort to win voters. The Colony Days parade held in Palmer this weekend was the first stop on the circuit.
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New Effort To Repeal SB21 Kicks Off Around State
A grassroots effort to repeal Senate Bill 21 kicked off last week. Meetings of the “Vote Yes! Repeal the Giveaway” campaign took place from Anchorage to Unalaska, where organizers are struggling to convince residents that oil taxes matters in their community.
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Justice Department To Work With Tribes To Enhance Voting Access
The National Congress of American Indians is holding their mid-year conference in Anchorage this week. Titled-Claiming our Rights and Strengthening our Governance, the conference started yesterday and runs through Wednesday.
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State Challenged On Native Translations Of Election Materials
Before the District Court’s ruling on Wednesday directing the state to translate all election materials into Native languages for voters with limited English skills, another effort to reach the same goal was in the works.
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First Sport Fishing Restriction For Any Targeted King Salmon Fishing in The Kuskokwim
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game has issued an emergency order prohibiting sport fishers from targeting king salmon on the Qanirtuuq River. It’s the first time sport fishers have been restricted from catching kings there, but many locals are doubtful that guide companies will comply.
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Alaska News Nightly: June 9, 2014
State To Fight Challenge To Same-Sex Marriage Ban; As Festival Season Kicks Off, So Does Campaign Season; New Effort To Repeal SB21 Kicks Off Around State; Justice Department To Work With Tribes To Enhance Voting Access; State Challenged On Native Translations Of Election Materials; First Sport Fishing Restriction For Any Targeted King Salmon Fishing in The Kuskokwim; Graduation Marks 10th Anniversary Of Dental Health Aide Therapist Program; Anchorage Museum Becomes Smithsonian Affiliate
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Graduation Marks 10th Anniversary Of Dental Health Aide Therapist Program
A group of six dental health aide therapists graduated from training Friday in Anchorage. The ceremony also marked the 10th anniversary of the innovative program that places mid-level dental practitioners in under-served rural communities across Alaska. 81 villages in the state now have therapists.
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Anchorage Museum Becomes Smithsonian Affiliate
This week the Anchorage Museum reached a new level of recognition when it became a Smithsonian Affiliate, making it the only institution in Alaska that’s part of the Smithsonian’s network of 160-museums.
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