Author: Ed Schoenfeld

Alaska ferry officials consider fuel alternatives

Alaska officials have no plans to convert state ferries to electrical power. But they’re installing engines that could use natural gas as well as diesel.

Sealaska Corp. doubles April payout to shareholders

Southeast Alaska’s regional Native corporation is making more money. That’s allowing it to double dividends and increase scholarships.

Ferry system won’t shut down in April

Gov. Bill Walker signed a supplemental appropriations bill Tuesday funding the ferry system through the end of June.

Landless communities continue fight for land

Representatives of five Southeast Alaska communities continue their fight for recognition under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. But they’re still facing opposition.