An Alaskan has joined President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team. The Trump team has selected former state senator Jerry Ward as its liaison to the 500-plus federally recognized tribes.
Alaska Native Government & Policy
North Dakota Governor Issues Evacuation Order For Pipeline Protest Area
Gov. Jack Dalrymple cited “harsh weather” in his order, noting that “emergency services probably will not be available under current winter conditions.” Protesters have been camped out for months.
Kenaitze tribe promotes traditional values through moose camp
Kenaitze Indian Tribe in Kenai is taking an innovative approach to drug, alcohol and tobacco prevention. The tribe offers culturally relevant, healthy activities through their Yaghanen Youth Center, located in Soldotna.
Doyon continues search for Nenana Basin oil and gas
Interior regional Alaska Native Corporation Doyon is not giving up on finding oil and gas in the Nenana Basin, southwest of Fairbanks. That’s despite more than a decade of exploration with various partner companies, including a third well, drilled with Cook Inlet Region Incorporated this past summer.
Sitkans aim to raise funds, traditional foods for Standing Rock protesters
An event in Sitka on Saturday aims to raise food and funds for the reservation’s residents, who fear that the Dakota Access Pipeline could threaten their drinking water and destroy sacred lands.
Rural lawmakers wield power without recent precedent
It will be the first time both budget-writing committees will have chairs from Bush Alaska since 1990.