Monthly Archives: October, 2017

Quote of the day: No more petroleum economy for Alaska

Suzanne Downing - October 31, 2017 7

"As the governor mentioned, a significant aspect of Alaska's involvement response to the initiatives we will take in climate change will necessarily revolve around...

Charlie Pierce holds onto lead for Kenai Borough mayor

Suzanne Downing - October 31, 2017 0

It's a wrap: The last Tuesday runoff for Kenai Borough mayor has gone to Charlie Pierce -- by 45 votes. The election will be...

Alaska Gasline, China, and Walker’s ultimate Hail Mary pass

Suzanne Downing - October 31, 2017 8

There’s something cooking over at the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation and it’s Chinese. Alaskans can expect a big announcement in the next few days. With...

Walker Administration suing opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma

Suzanne Downing - October 31, 2017 2

In an unannounced press conference in Juneau this morning, the Walker Administration said it has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer of OxyContin, an opioid. Purdue...

It’s ‘go time’ for Alaskans to weigh in on ANWR

Suzanne Downing - October 31, 2017 1

WHAT: The Senate Energy Committee is seeking public comments concerning a bill that includes opening the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Coastal Plain for exploration and...

Approval ratings: Murkowski, Sullivan even in eyes of voters

Suzanne Downing - October 31, 2017 0

There's not a senator in America whose constituents are so approving as those of self-professed Socialist Bernie Sanders of Vermont. In the Green Mountain State,...

Updated: Walker creates climate change team

Suzanne Downing - October 30, 2017 15

ADOPTING PARIS AGREEMENT BY DECREE Gov. Bill Walker this morning signed an administrative order this week establishing the Alaska Climate Change Strategy and the Climate...

Quote of the day: Pete Kelly tough on crime, taxes

Suzanne Downing - October 30, 2017 0

“The Senate will stand with the Governor as he searches for answers to the crime wave. However, it is inappropriate to link crime to...

Walker gets the message: Crime is top priority now

Suzanne Downing - October 30, 2017 8

In late 2014, as Gov. Bill Walker was taking office, he assembled his transition team to help develop his list of priorities. It was...

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Michael Tavoliero: When schools fail to teach about money, they teach dependency

Linda Boyle: ACIP’s first meeting cuts through the noise on RSV and flu shots

Breaking: Governor calls special session for August