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Trump Wants To Exempt Tongass National Forest From Roadless Rule
Thursday, October 24, 2019
The Trump administration wants to reverse a nearly two decade rule to allow more logging in Alaska's Tongass National Forest. Environmentalists and tribal governments oppose the move.
Trump Administration Moves To Expand Logging In Nation's Largest National Forest
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
The U.S. Forest Service is proposing to end a nearly two-decade long limit on logging in Alaska's Tongass National Forest. Local officials have pushed for looser restrictions to boost the economy.
How Some Teachers In Alaska Are Tackling The Subject Of Climate Change
Monday, April 22, 2019
Parts of Alaska are warming twice as fast as the global average. But teaching about climate change can be tricky in a state with a strong oil and gas industry.
Alaska's Growing Kelp Industry Helps Drive Sea-To-Table Movement
Thursday, March 30, 2017
While the state has a bountiful coastline, it doesn't have easy access to kelp seed. But scientists are trying to incubate varieties that can be domestically farmed — good news for business owners.
Visitors To A Shrinking Alaskan Glacier Get A Lesson On Climate Change
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
On a busy day, thousands of tourists visit the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau. The U.S. Forest Service wants those people to take in the dramatic views but also consider why the glacier is receding.
Alaska's Pot Cafes Will Give Patrons A Taste Of Cannabis
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Alaska is about to become the first state to have pot cafes where people can buy and consume marijuana. The state's marijuana control board recently approved on-site consumption at retail stores.