story and photos by Raymond O’Neill About 35 to 40 people showed up in support of the Alaska Ferry Workers strike at the Valdez Ferry Terminal on Sunday afternoon. Operating without a contract for nearly 3 years the Inland Boatmen’s Union has gone on strike for the first time in […]
Politics
City of Valdez Responds to State Seizure of O & G Property Taxes-KCHU Audio
The Valdez City Council met on February 26th to respond to State of Alaska proposed Seizure of Oil and Gas Property taxes. KCHU’s James Devens presents the City of Valdez News Release regarding the Council’s action. Click on the City Logo below to hear the story. Advertisement
KCHU Audio – Valdez Women’s March
On Saturday Valdez citizens participated in the third annual Women’s March. KCHU’s Gabriella Palko interviewed some of the participants Click on her picture to hear the story. Advertisement
Governor Selects Jackson as House District 13 Rep
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Valdez Police, Fire and Rescue 11/05-18/2018
Any charges reported in this press release are merely accusations and the Defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 11/5/18 Aggressive Animal: Complainant reported an ongoing issue with a neighbors dogs running loose and almost being bitten by one. The caller had already texted the owner of the dogs letting […]
AP-Primaries for governor, US House top Alaska ballot
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Primaries for governor and U.S. House top the ticket in Alaska Tuesday. Voters will choose a Republican nominee to advance to what is expected to be a hard-fought battle for governor this fall. They’ll also choose the latest contender to try to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. […]
Keep Your Campaign Signs Legal
DOT&PF reminds Alaskans of laws guiding campaign signs (JUNEAU, Alaska) – With political campaigns underway across the state, the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is reminding Alaskans that the use of public rights-of-way for political advertising is prohibited. In 1998, Alaskans overwhelmingly voted to keep the state free […]
Final LIO Update Until December
Police, Fire and Rescue April 30 – May 6, 2018
Any charges reported in this press release are merely accusations and the Defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 04/30 Theft: VPD received a report of a backpack stolen from outside of Safeway. An Officer responded to investigate. Upon reviewing video surveillance, the suspect was identified. Officers contacted the […]
Public Safety Action-Expunge Records for Good Behavior? AP
Alaska commission looks into expunging criminal records ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Gov. Bill Walker in his Public Safety Action Plan has called for lawmakers to look into expunging criminal records for good behavior. In response, members of the Alaska Criminal Justice Commission are looking into legislation aimed at removing barriers […]