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Murkowski Receives Congressional Justice Award
WASHINGTON, D.C — Senator Lisa Murkowski was honored this week by the American Bar Association (ABA), receiving the Congressional Justice Award for her leadership and advocacy in the realm of civil liberties and law reform. ... Full story
Changes in 2013 Denali Road Lottery Application Dates and Procedures
DENALI PARK, Alaska: The 2013 annual road lottery in Denali National Park and Preserve will take place on September 13, 14, 15, and 16 (Friday through Monday), weather permitting. Each day 400 vehicles may use their day-long permits, obtained through the lottery system, to travel the Denali Park Road. ... Full story
Moderate Earthquake Hits Southern Bering Sea
A moderate earthquake occurred 85 miles northwest of Cold Bay on Wednesday morning at 9:59 am ... Full story
House Passes Fiscal Year 2014 Capital Budget
Juneau, Alaska – The Alaska House of Representatives Sunday unanimously passed the Fiscal Year 2014 Capital Budget, investing in statewide infrastructure, school, university and community priorities to help grow the state and keep the economy moving. ... Full story
Nullification One Step Closer to Reality in Alaska
Juneau, Alaska – The Alaska Legislature Friday completed its work on a bill that will address the concerns many Alaskans have with actions undertaken by the federal government. ... Full story
Legislature Approves One-Time Oil and Gas Lease Extensions
Juneau, Alaska – The Alaska Legislature Saturday voted to create a new state policy to help attract and keep oil and gas explorers and producers. ... Full story
Alaska House Passes Oil Tax Reform
Sunday, April 14, 2013, Juneau, Alaska – The Alaska House of Representatives early this morning passed its version of the Governor’s oil tax reform bill, Senate Bill 21, to move Alaska forward and stem the annual decline in the trans-Alaska oil pipeline – charting a new course for the state’s future by increasing oil production and implementing a balanced tax system. ... Full story
State of Alaska Recommendations for Tubersol Shortage and TB Testing
The Alaska Public Health News Network has announced a shortage of Tubersol, the Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivate for skin-testing. ... Full story
The Year Without Summer
An April snowstorm whirling outside my window today seems to be announcing the postponement of spring. As I sit here watching the show, it makes me think back to the shortest summer ever. ... Full story
Alaska Legislature Changes Fire Standards Council Membership
Juneau, Alaska – The Alaska Legislature Thursday unanimously passed a bill ensuring appropriate representation on the Alaska Fire Standards Council. The Council is currently made up of 11 members, 10 of which are appointed by the governor. ... Full story
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NASA Releases Image of 'Comet of the Century' as it Barrels Toward the Sun
The comet that will make its closest approach to the sun on November 28th, had its picture taken by the Hubble telescope on April 10th. ... Full story
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