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Alaska DOC seeks pharmacist for Anchorage prison pharmacy
The Alaska Department of Corrections is seeking contract pharmacist services for its Anchorage facility, with proposals due June 4.
by Alaska News2d ago1 min readAnchorage, Alaska3 viewsAI
Aleutian Airways seeks 4-month terminal space at Anchorage airport
Aleutian Airways LLC is seeking a 120-day terminal lease at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport from May through September, with public comments due May 21.
by Alaska News1d ago1 min readTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport1 viewAI
State seeks comments on private aircraft parking permit at Kodiak Airport
The state is accepting public comments through June 11 on a proposal to permit private aircraft parking on 4,800 square feet of land at Kodiak Airport for $1,041.60 annually.
by Alaska News4d ago1 min readKodiak Airport3 viewsAI
State seeks public input on Glenn Highway safety improvements by July 3
The state transportation department is seeking public comment through July 3 on proposed safety and capacity improvements to a section of the Glenn Highway near Palmer.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readPalmer, Alaska8 viewsAI
Alaska House panel advances ban on heavy fuel oil for cruise ships
The House Transportation Committee narrowly adopted a committee substitute restricting heavy petroleum fuel oil use to large commercial passenger vessels, passing 4-3 after debate over environmental protection versus economic impact.
by Alaska News6d ago5 min readJuneau, AK, USA4 viewsAI
Glacier Construction seeks 25-year lease for Haines barge landing
Glacier Construction, Inc. is seeking a 25-year lease for 7 acres of state tidelands in Haines to build a permanent barge landing facility, with public comments due June 11.
by Alaska News5d ago2 min readHaines, Alaska3 viewsAI
State moves to impound 94-year-old derelict vessel in Ketchikan
Alaska DNR is initiating impoundment proceedings against a 94-year-old derelict vessel in Ketchikan, giving the owner 15 days to respond or lose the historic boat.
by Alaska News5d ago2 min readKetchikan2 viewsAI
Palmer meeting set for Glenn Highway safety project feedback
Alaska DOT&PF will hold a public meeting June 3 in Palmer to gather feedback on planned safety and capacity improvements to the Glenn Highway between Arctic Avenue and Palmer-Fishhook Road.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readPalmer Train Depot, 610 S Valley Way, Palmer, Alaska3 viewsAI
Alaska considers ban on driverless commercial trucks amid safety debate
The Alaska House Community and Regional Affairs Committee heard testimony on HB 217, which would require human drivers in all commercial autonomous vehicles, effectively banning driverless operations statewide.
by Alaska News1mo ago3 min readHouse16 viewsAI
Alaska ferry system seeks contractor for stormwater testing at 13 terminals
The state is soliciting bids for stormwater sample analysis at Alaska Marine Highway System ferry terminals to meet environmental compliance requirements.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
Engine Trouble Strands Columbia Ferry at Whittier Dock for Four Hours
The AMHS ferry Columbia experienced engine trouble that kept it docked at Whittier for over four hours on May 5, stranding passengers and vehicles bound for Prince William Sound communities.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readWhittier3 viewsAI
State seeks bids for Rampart airport maintenance contract
The state transportation department is soliciting bids for a maintenance contract at Rampart Rural Airport, with proposals due June 15, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readRampart, Alaska3 viewsAI
State approves 10-year lease for seasonal float at Knudson Cove marina
The state has approved a 10-year lease for a seasonal marina float at Knudson Cove near Ketchikan, with a 20-day appeal window for those who participated in the public process.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readKnudson Cove, Ketchikan, Alaska10 viewsAI
Kenai health office closed May 7 due to plumbing problems
The Alaska Department of Health office in Kenai will close May 7 due to plumbing issues, with remote workers continuing duties and essential staff reporting as usual.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min read630 Barnacle Way #A, Kenai, AK 996112 viewsAI
State seeks public input on Fireweed Lane redesign by June 2
The state is seeking public comment on design alternatives for rehabilitating Fireweed Lane in Anchorage, with an open house scheduled for June 2.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAnchorage, AK4 viewsAI
State seeks bids to insulate Gambell water storage tank
The state is accepting bids through May 20 for a contractor to insulate a water storage tank in Gambell.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readGambell, Alaska2 viewsAI
House panel holds wildfire evacuation bill over cost, scope concerns
The House Transportation Committee held HB 317, which would require DOT to prioritize maintenance of roads and airports in wildfire-prone areas for evacuation purposes, after concerns emerged about potentially $100+ million implementation costs and unclear scope affecting thousands of miles of roads and 237 airports.
by Alaska News1w ago3 min readJuneau2 viewsAI
Alaska bill would require human operators in autonomous freight trucks
The Alaska Senate Transportation Committee heard House Bill 217, which would mandate human safety operators in commercial autonomous vehicles while exempting personal vehicles under 10,000 pounds.
by Alaska News1w ago3 min readJuneau, Alaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on new Medicaid home care services by June 22
The Alaska Department of Health is proposing new Medicaid regulations to certify specialized home care providers for people with disabilities, with public comments due June 22.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAlaska3 viewsAI
State seeks public input on Healy road resurfacing project
Alaska DOT is seeking public comments on a road resurfacing project for six streets in Healy, with construction planned for 2027-2028.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readHealy13 viewsAI
State seeks bids for snow blowers, proposals due May 12
Alaska's transportation department is seeking bids for snow blowers with a May 12 deadline for submissions.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readAlaska7 viewsAI
Early construction work causes two-hour delays on Palmer commute
Construction work starting at 6 a.m. on April 23 caused two-hour delays for Palmer commuters during morning rush hour.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readPalmer, Alaska5 viewsAI
State proposes five-year lease extension for Kodiak Airport hangar
The state transportation department is seeking public comment on a five-year lease extension for an aircraft hangar at Kodiak Airport, with comments due May 22.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readKodiak Airport5 viewsAI
Alaska seeks bids for fire trucks through multi-state purchasing program
Alaska is participating in a multi-state request for proposals for fire trucks and apparatus with a June 10 deadline for vendor submissions.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public input on Seward Highway safety improvements by May 20
The state transportation department is seeking public feedback by May 20 on safety improvements planned for the Seward Highway between O'Malley Road and Dimond Boulevard in Anchorage.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAnchorage2 viewsAI
State imposes spring weight limits on Northern Region roads April 22
Alaska DOT will impose varying seasonal weight restrictions on Northern Region roads starting April 22 to protect pavement during spring thaw, with limits ranging from no restrictions on the Dalton Highway to 50 percent on some rural roads.
by Alaska News4w ago2 min readAlaska5 viewsAI
State seeks comment on Dalton Highway easement expansion for fiber cable
The state is seeking public comment on expanding the Dalton Highway right-of-way to accommodate a fiber optic cable currently outside the existing easement.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readDalton Highway7 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Galena gravel extraction permit
The state is accepting public comment through May 29 on a permit application for annual gravel extraction from the Yukon River near Galena.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readGalena2 viewsAI
Alaska Railroad seeks bids for Whittier rail yard drainage repairs
The Alaska Railroad is accepting bids through May 20 for storm drain repairs at its Whittier rail yard, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for May 4.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readWhittier2 viewsAI
Marine pilot exam set for April 28 in Sitka; applications due Feb. 27
The state will hold a marine pilot licensing exam in Sitka on April 28, with applications due February 27.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readSitka2 viewsAI
State imposes spring weight limits on Kenai Peninsula roads April 13
The state transportation department is imposing seasonal weight restrictions on Kenai Peninsula roads beginning April 13 to protect pavement during spring thaw, with most roads limited to 50-75 percent of legal axle weight.
by Alaska News1mo ago2 min readAlaska6 viewsAI
State seeks bids for $5M-$10M taxiway rebuild at Anchorage airport
The state is accepting bids through May 6 for a $5 million to $10 million project to reconstruct Taxiway Q at Anchorage's international airport.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAnchorage4 viewsAI
Senate panel advances U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade resolution with border changes
The Senate Labor and Commerce Committee approved a revised resolution supporting the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement and calling for easier border crossings with Canada.
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readJuneau, Alaska2 viewsAI
Alaska Senate panel hears bill requiring human operators in commercial autonomous vehicles
The Senate Transportation Committee heard testimony on Senate Bill 148, which would require human safety operators in commercial autonomous vehicles operating in Alaska, citing the state's extreme weather conditions as a safety concern.
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readJuneau, AK, USA2 viewsAI
Senate panel hears autonomous vehicle bill requiring human operators
The Senate Transportation Committee heard testimony on Senate Bill 148, which would require human safety operators in commercial autonomous vehicles operating in Alaska.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readJuneau, AK, USA2 viewsAI
Weight restrictions take effect Monday on Kodiak roads
The state transportation department will impose seasonal weight restrictions on Kodiak roads starting April 20 to protect pavement during spring thaw.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readKodiak3 viewsAI
State seeks comments on tour company permit at Anchorage airport
The state is accepting public comments through May 16 on a seasonal business permit for Royal Hyway Tours to operate a tour desk and baggage storage at Anchorage's airport.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport3 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on West Susitna Road historic sites plan
The state transportation department is seeking public input on procedures for identifying and protecting historic sites along the proposed West Susitna Access Road.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readWest Susitna, Alaska2 viewsAI
Yakutat seeks water quality approval for 3.5-mile pipeline extension
Alaska DEC is reviewing Yakutat's application to extend municipal water lines 3.5 miles to replace PFAS-contaminated drinking water sources, with public comments due May 25.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readYakutat, Alaska2 viewsAI
State extends Aniak Airport land agreement to indefinite term
The state approved an indefinite land agreement for submerged lands at Aniak Airport, replacing a previous 25-year term for the runway protection zone.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAniak, Alaska3 viewsAI
