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New study of salmon abundance prompts a rethink of endangered killer whale decline

New study of salmon abundance prompts a rethink of endangered killer whale decline

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Nov 25, 2024 | ,

Some new research is challenging the established scientific thinking about why an endangered population of killer whales in Puget Sound continues to be in jeopardy. The animals were at the center of a 4-year legal battle that nearly brought an end to the commercial king salmon fishery in Southeast Alaska. The lawsuit is resolved, but the science behind it is continuing to evolve. Read More
Assembly approves $4M USDA loan for Green Lake Dam repairs

Assembly approves $4M USDA loan for Green Lake Dam repairs

by Katherine Rose | Feb 17, 2023 | ,

Sitka is facing another hydro project that’s likely to cost more than expected. The Green Lake Dam is nearing its 40th birthday and in need of major repairs. However, not only has borrowing the money to make those repairs become more expensive, the repairs themselves will only grow more costly the longer the city delays taking action.KCAW’s Katherine Rose reports on how the Sitka Assembly tackled the situation at its regular meeting on Tuesday. Read More
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