Archive of: Alaska Features

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Kodiak shipyard losing money; higher rates appear likely

KODIAK — Higher rates appear likely for users of Kodiak’s city-owned shipyard because it continues to lose money.

Senate break-up, Renda’s run and Eielson saved

Top stories of 2012

Gov proposes status quo budget, lower capital spending

Gov. Sean Parnell released his proposed Fiscal 2014 budget Dec. 14 as required by law.

TIM BRADNER, ALASKA JOURNAL OF COMMERCE

Salmon excluder test approved; NOAA head to step down

The North Pacific Fishery Management Council took action on an application for research in the pollock fishery, and had preliminary discussions on variety of issues including vessel monitoring and walrus protection, at its December meeting.

MOLLY DISCHNER, ALASKA JOURNAL OF COMMERCE

EDITORIAL: Nome fuel run highlights spirit, challenges of Alaska

As evidenced by the endless lineup of “reality” television shows filmed in our state, Alaska makes for good television.

ANDREW JENSEN, MANAGING EDITOR

Strutz retires after 42 years with National Bank of Alaska, Wells Fargo

Richard Strutz passed many a milestone in 42 years of banking before retiring as the Wells Fargo Alaska Regional President earlier this month at age 61.

MOLLY DISCHNER, ALASKA JOURNAL OF COMMERCE

In memory, 2012

Prominent Alaskans who passed on in 2012

St. Pierre powers new Pita Pit franchise

Billy St. Pierre radiates so much energy it seems like he could be hooked to a generator and light up the Anchorage Fifth Avenue Mall.

TIM BRADNER, ALASKA JOURNAL OF COMMERCE

Land, air or by sea... Santa goes wherever the nice ones be