“It concerns me and it frustrates me that I’m seeing a number of cuts targeted toward rural Alaska. I think things are shaping up to be a real showdown here. It’s not going to get any prettier from here on out.”
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In rural Alaska, building wind power means building people power
When it comes to energy innovation in rural Alaska, technology is only half the story. The real necessity is people power.
Yukon-Kuskokwim tribes demand special convention on regional self-governance
The demand comes after Association of Village Council Presidents regional delegates unanimously passed a motion at last fall’s annual convention to hold a special gathering Feb. 16 on regional determination, but the event failed to occur.
Marine mammal biologists visit Saint Lawrence Island
A team of biologists traveled to Saint Lawrence Island Wednesday to consult with local walrus hunters in Savoonga and Gambell.
2016 Iron Dog race expected to be faster, riskier
Despite winter’s below-average snowfall, the Iron Dog’s trail appears to be snow-covered for almost all of its 2,000-mile length from Big Lake to Fairbanks via Nome.
6 U.S. senators, energy secretary accompany Murkowski and Walker to Oscarville
One tribal administrator hopes the group’s visit jump-starts funding for basic necessitates like water, sewer, electricity, and housing.