Ed Schoenfeld, Coast Alaska, Author at KCAW

Fast ferry’s future sailings uncertain

The Alaska Marine Highway System appears to be phasing out its fast ferries. One is in long-term storage and the other will join it this fall.

Legislature resurrects road out of Juneau, sort of

A spending bill passed by the Legislature revives plans for a road north out of Juneau. The capital budget also funds a hydroproject in Kake and a fish hatchery near Petersburg.

Coach, teacher, ally among eight honored for achievements

Gil Truitt spent more than three decades teaching, coaching and leading teens. Now, he's received the highest form of recognition given by the state’s largest tribal government.

Southeast tribal corporation boosts government contracts

An Alaska Native corporation will soon provide support services for the U.S. Navy in Guantanamo Bay. It’s another step in the growth of the profit-making arm of the state’s largest tribal government.

Sealaska dividends boosted by other corporations’ oil and zinc earnings

Sealaska says its businesses are making more money and helping boost shareholder dividends. But much of the payout comes from other corporations' resource earnings.

Campaign takes different approach to racism

A statewide Native organization wants Alaskans to recognize, discuss and repair the impacts of racism.

Gold Medal Basketball highlights family traditions

Southeast Alaska’s Gold Medal Basketball Tournament began more than 70 years ago, which means many players and volunteers are following in their parents' footsteps.