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Ferry advisory board questions economic analysis of planned terminal north of Juneau

The board voted unanimously to send a “corrective action” report after the ferry system’s long-range plan was amended to include the Cascade Point project near Juneau.

Iris Samuels 

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Trump to nominate state natural resources attorney to vacant Alaska federal judge position

Alaska officials praised Aaron Peterson, who in his mid-40s would continue Trump’s formula of nominating young conservatives to the federal bench.

Michelle Theriault Boots 

Alaska Natural Resources Commissioner John Boyle resigns

Gov. Dunleavy appointed John Crowther to serve as acting commissioner of the natural resources department.

Iris Samuels 

Online art directory seeks to promote, connect Alaska Native artists across the state

The Alaska Native Arts Foundation said it also has a goal of holding a first-ever Alaska Native Arts Economic Summit next year

Yereth Rosen, Alaska Beacon 

Trump administration finalizes plan for Arctic refuge oil leasing, and moves to allow controversial King Cove and Ambler roads

Gov. Mike Dunleavy and Alaska’s congressional delegation joined Interior Secretary Doug Burgum in Washington, D.C., for the announcement.

Alex DeMarban 

Anchorage Assembly increases penalties for neglectful landlords

The ordinance requires property owners to provide tenants with financial relocation assistance should the city issue a notice to vacate.

Bella Biondini