Business

Employment is up, wages are up, and the private sector is growing.

Southeast Alaska’s maritime economy provides more than a quarter of the wages paid in the region.

Juneau’s downtown dining scene has some new additions while a couple established eateries are making changes.

A dozen Southeast entrepreneurs will attend an economic boot camp this month to learn how to develop a business plan.

Leaders of Alaska’s visitors’ industry will gather in Sitka Oct. 7-10 for the Alaska Travel Industry Association’s annual conference.

Samson Tug & Barge plans Southeast service beginning Nov. 8.