Alaskans have just over a month to get a REAL ID, which will be required to board flights within the United States starting May 7.
Economy
Alaska Native corporation’s shareholders question migrant detention contracts
Amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, a small but vocal group of NANA shareholders want its subsidiary out of the migrant detention business.
Canadian company pushes forward with plans for new gold mine in Juneau
The project is called the New Amalga Gold Deposit and it’s being led by Grande Portage Resources, a Vancouver-based mineral exploration company. It’s proposed to be located near Herbert Glacier, about 15 miles north of downtown Juneau.
State approves confidential deal with developer to move gasline project forward
The Alaska Gasline Development Corp.’s board approved signing an agreement with Glenfarne to shepherd the $44 billion Alaska LNG Project to a final investment decision.
‘We all fish right there’: Local concerns pause timber company’s plans for Haines
The company is seeking permits to build a log transfer facility and storage site in Haines’ Lutak Inlet, a popular spot for commercial and subsistence fishing.
State LNG project gets non-binding support letter from Taiwan
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said Alaska is a conveniently located source of high-quality natural gas.