Monthly Archives: March, 2020
Just say ‘no’ to politically driven recall petition
By CYNTHIA HENRY
We need your help. Alaska is facing an important political issue that could change the course of our great state. I have...
Democrats, media win: Penney cancels Dunleavy contract to develop business
After weeks of badgering by Democrats in the Legislature, the rainmaker hired to lead a business development effort for the State of Alaska has...
Bernie supporters advise weaponizing virus against Trump supporters
'TYPHOID MARY' VOWS TO 'EXECUTE PLAN'
Facebook hasn't yet suspended the account of one Alaska-based "Justin Boot" for suggesting to readers that if they contract...
Fuel tax hike passes Senate, now for House consideration
Senate Bill 115, doubling the tax on gasoline for motorists, passed the Senate today 12-5, with Republicans and Democrats lining up on each side...
Gov. Dunleavy adds millions to deal with COVID-19 virus
Gov. Mike Dunleavy has requested the Legislature appropriate $4 million in State funding, which would release receipt authority for $9 million in additional federal...
Sickly start to recall petition kickoff drive across Alaska
Not surprisingly, Juneau reported a robust turnout for the signature gathering on the Recall Dunleavy petition over the weekend. Both at Centennial Hall and...
Under pressure, chief justice recuses from recall question
BUT WILL JUSTICE WINFREE DO THE SAME?
After two weeks of pressure, Alaska Supreme Court Chief Justice Joel Bolger has recused himself from hearing the...
PETA wins as Alaska Airlines backs out of Iditarod race
DOG-SHAPED VEGAN CHOCOLATES SENT TO AIRLINES AS THANKS
PETA protesters have pressured Alaska Airlines to discontinue its support of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race, a...
Ferry Tazlina heads back into service from Auke Bay
The M/V Tazlina docked at Auke Bay near Juneau on Sunday, where it's tied up next to the broken down M/V Matanuska. It was...
Brena’s oil tax initiative has valid signatures for ballot
BUT GROUP'S FINANCIAL REPORTS SHOW MESSY MONEY TRAIL
The oil tax ballot initiative spearheaded by Robin Brena has exceeded the number of valid signatures it...