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Donlin Gold targets 2027 investment decision on $10B Alaska mine
One of Alaska's largest-ever mining projects is nearing a final investment decision within 18 months, with construction potentially starting in 2028 for a 27-year operation producing 1 million ounces of gold annually.
by Alaska News2d ago4 min readJuneau, Alaska20 viewsAI
State seeks contractor for diesel power upgrades in four Y-K villages
Alaska is soliciting bids for diesel generator and electrical system upgrades in power plants serving four remote Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta villages.
by Alaska News4d ago2 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
Ice Jam Near Kalskag Threatens Flooding Along Lower Kuskokwim River
An ice jam near Kalskag on the Kuskokwim River has prompted a flood warning through May 7, affecting communities including Bethel after spring breakup caused water to overflow roads and force early school release.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readBethel4 viewsAI
Legislative Council approves $70,200 Bethel office lease renewal
The Alaska Legislative Council unanimously approved a one-year lease renewal for the Bethel Legislative Information Office at $70,200, the first of five renewal options available under the original agreement.
by Alaska News2w ago2 min readBethel office space6 viewsAI
Rural Alaska faces fuel crisis as prices surge, shortages loom
Rural Alaska villages face potential fuel shortages and prices that could double to over $6 per gallon for diesel, adding $6,000 per person in annual costs as war in Iran disrupts supplies.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readRural Alaskans2 viewsAI
House panel advances tribal victim advocate confidentiality bill
The House Tribal Affairs Committee unanimously advanced House Bill 384, which extends confidentiality protections to tribal domestic violence and sexual assault advocates by adding two words to Alaska statute.
by Alaska News2w ago2 min readJuneau, AK, USA3 viewsAI
Board Cuts Area M June Salmon Fishing Time 30% to Protect Yukon-Bound Chum
The Alaska Board of Fisheries voted 4-3 to reduce June commercial fishing time in Area M by approximately 30 percent and eliminate chum salmon harvest caps, shifting management authority to the department to protect Yukon and Kuskokwim River-bound salmon.
by Alaska News2w ago4 min readAlaska Peninsula / Aleutian Island / Chignik2 viewsAI
Toksook Bay documentary on suicide prevention screened for Alaska lawmakers
Alaska lawmakers viewed a 19-minute documentary about suicide prevention efforts in Toksook Bay, a Yup'ik village on Nelson Island, highlighting community healing practices and the need for professional mental health services in rural Alaska.
by Alaska News2w ago4 min readJuneau, AK, USA3 viewsAI
State seeks bids for backup generator at Bethel correctional center
The state is soliciting bids to replace a backup generator at the correctional facility in Bethel, with proposals due May 29.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readBethel, Alaska3 viewsAI
State seeks bids for Tuluksak fuel storage upgrades
The state is accepting bids for a federally and state-funded project to upgrade bulk fuel storage infrastructure in the village of Tuluksak.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readTuluksak2 viewsAI
Remote Alaska villages pay $6.63 per gallon as fuel costs strain budgets
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readRemote Alaska villages2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Bethel Airport lease renewal by May 18
The state is accepting public comments through May 18 on a five-year lease renewal for a commercial aviation facility at Bethel Airport.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readBethel Airport2 viewsAI
Tuluksak power plant renovation project open for bids through May 6
The state is accepting bids through May 6 for a federally funded renovation of the Tuluksak power plant, including new generators and building upgrades.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readTuluksak, Alaska2 viewsAI
Nunapitchuk landfill permit open for public comment through May 22
The state is seeking public comment through May 22 on a solid waste disposal permit for the Nunapitchuk landfill that would authorize disposal of municipal trash and construction debris for 590 residents.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readNunapitchuk, Alaska1 viewAI
State imposes spring weight limits on Central Alaska roads starting April 27
The state transportation department is imposing seasonal weight restrictions on Central Alaska roads starting April 27 to protect pavement during spring thaw, with most roads limited to 50-75 percent of legal axle weight.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readCentral Alaska1 viewAI
State seeks public comment on FAA lease extension at Tuntutuliak Airport
The state is accepting public comments through April 10 on a proposal to extend a Federal Aviation Administration lease at Tuntutuliak Airport by 20 years and add new navigational aids.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readTuntutuliak Airport2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Bethel fuel terminal spill response plan
The state is accepting public comments through May 14 on a spill prevention plan for a new fuel terminal in Bethel that will store and distribute petroleum products.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readBethel1 viewAI
House panel backs call for federal help relocating storm-destroyed villages
The House Community and Regional Affairs Committee approved a resolution Friday urging federal support for relocating two Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta villages devastated by Ex-Typhoon Halong, though no federal framework exists for such emergency relocations.
by Alaska News1d ago3 min readJuneauAI
