(Juneau, AK) – Friday, Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced legislation to benefit electricity ratepayers by increasing the efficiency of transmission system charges, prioritizing the lowest-cost power, and encouraging the development of new power generation, including renewable energy. “Currently, there are electrical tariffs on the Railbelt system that stand in the way of transmitting the lowest-cost […]
ANCHORAGE, AK – The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) released The Unmet Needs of Environmentally Threatened Alaska Native Villages: Assessment and Recommendations. The nationally significant Unmet Needs Report recommends comprehensive policy changes and robust resources to support Alaska Tribal communities adapting to climate change. The report is the result of a unique partnership between […]
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska – In response to the growing problems with fentanyl and other illegal drugs in Southeast Alaska, the Alaska National Guard’s Counterdrug Support Program and 103rd Civil Support Team will conduct two separate informational briefings with Ketchikan first responders, Feb 5 and 6. The Guardsmen will also present on fentanyl awareness and […]
(Anchorage, AK) – On Monday, Superior Court Judge Michael Wolverton sentenced Nicholas Hunnicutt to 15 years in prison with eight years suspended for Sexual Abuse of a Minor in the Second Degree. Following his release from prison, Hunnicutt will be subject to 10 years probation . Hunnicutt, 45, was previously convicted by a jury on […]