Several fishermen voiced frustration at the closures, not because they’ll miss out on the long-restricted kings, but because gear restrictions will hinder their ability to capture the more abundant chum.
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New regulations for Indian Child Welfare Act promise ‘clarity’ for Alaska tribes
Tribal sovereignty experts say the changes could have major implications for foster care in Alaska.
‘Mystery sheen’ off Shishmaref coast returns, identified as fuel mixture
An oil spill of unknown origin is for the third time in the last year seeping off of Shishmaref’s western coast, but now the state Department of Environmental Conservation says they may have identified the source.
Bethel gets Thai and Vietnamese restaurant
The restaurant provides the first Thai offerings in Bethel. They plan on opening later this month.
Firefighting efforts wrap up on Kuskokwim fires
The nearly 15,000 acre Whitefish Lake Fire is 100 percent contained, while the 25,000 acre Bogus Creek blaze is nearing the end of active firefighting.
Dillingham entrepreneurs spread ‘Tundra Love’
Two Dillingham women have set out to capture the benefits of these native plants in a line of homemade bath products – they call it “Tundra Love.”