Juneau received 9.6 inches on Saturday alone, breaking the Dec. 6 record. Clear skies are in the forecast.
Environment
What’s happening with Alaska’s largest bald eagle congregation? It’s hard to say
The Chilkat Valley’s eagle gathering is central to the area’s identity – and it serves as an economic boost for the town of Haines at the start of the winter.
Lack of snow delays Eaglecrest Ski Area opening day this weekend
The ski area’s general manager said that the recent rain washed away the snow that had accumulated on the mountain. Opening dates in recent years have been pushed back multiple times due to a lack of snow.
Congress overturns Biden restrictions on leasing in Arctic Refuge
Nullifying the Biden limits means the whole coastal plain of ANWR would be available for potential oil and gas leasing. The Congressional Review Act measure goes next to the president.
U.S. Army Corps to hold closed-door glacial outburst flood solution meeting in Juneau next week
Federal agencies, local officials and scientists will weigh in on five options to prevent homes from flooding in the coming years. The meeting is closed to the public.
Eaglecrest Ski Area manager shares updates ahead of Saturday’s 50th season opening
KTOO sat down with Craig Cimmons, general manager of the city-owned ski area, to talk about all of it.