“Some number of voters … will attempt to vote for Sen. Sullivan and will fail because of this trick,” says one elections expert, who still calls the state’s move “extreme.”
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‘What we’re seeing is adaptation’: scientists study influx of gray whales into Sitka Sound during herring spawn
It’s early May, and five gray whales weave between the kelp as they feed on herring eggs in the water around our 20-foot inflatable boat. Researchers are taking photos to identify individual whales and measure how much weight they’ve gained since they arrived in the Sitka area about a month ago on their yearly migration…
State of Alaska opens investigation into second Dan Sullivan’s U.S. Senate run
In a letter to Petersburg Sullivan Monday afternoon, Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom, a Republican, alleged the state received “credible allegations” that he did not file in good faith.
New Alaska cruise ship hosts marine mammal observer to better prevent whale strikes
MSC Cruises is partnering with ORCA, an international citizen science nonprofit, to study how large ships can maneuver around whales.
Former Haines borough manager to challenge Rep. Andi Story for District 3 House seat
Annette Kreitzer filed as a Republican to run for the seat, which represents Haines, Skagway, Gustavus and parts of North Juneau.
Yaakw paddlers arrive in Juneau from across Southeast, Canada as Celebration begins
Every other June, more than 100 paddlers arrive in Juneau to kick off Celebration, a gathering of Alaska Native people celebrating cultural revitalization.