The hydraulic lift is capable of hoisting vessels up to 45-tons and 65-feet in length out of the water. It arrived at the Auke Bay Commercial Loading Facility on Friday, and is already attracting attention from passersby. But it’ll probably be another three months before it’s fully operational.
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‘Flesh-eating bacteria’ infections rare, hospital official says
Bartlett Regional Hospital’s Infection Prevention Coordinator says Juneau residents have no reason to be concerned about a case of necrotizing fasciitis – the so-called “flesh-eating bacteria” – discovered in a patient recently.
Southeast celebrates the Fourth of July
Here’s a slideshow of July 4th photos from Douglas, Juneau, Sitka and Petersburg.
Lynn Canal ferry schedule likely to change
The Alaska Marine Highway System is rethinking part of its Lynn Canal summer sailing schedule. Ferry chief Mike Neussl says it’s a question of logistics.
CBJ considers pioneer road from end of North Douglas Highway
The city is considering a short pioneer road from the end of North Douglas Highway as the first development in the area.
Rapper Pitbull could face exile on Kodiak
Internet pranksters have seized on a cross promotion between the Miami rapper and Wal-Mart, and Kodiak could get a concert out of the deal.