With federal officials concerned about the steady supply of a number of critical minerals, several companies have plans to mine graphite.

Regulators said the decision is intended to balance the public’s interest in transparency with the need to protect sensitive internal business information.

From Nikiski to Kenai wind gusts could reach 35 to 50 miles per hour.

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Alaska State Troopers tracked a trio of thieves to stolen firearms and a suspected stolen vehicle,

The National Weather Service warns that visibilities could drop to one-half mile or less, especially in exposed areas, making travel “very difficult” at times.

In past years, relatively few GPS-collared caribou crossed the corridor during fall migration and winter periods.

Four to seven inches of new snow are expected across the parts of the Kenai Peninsula.

State officials said the agreement with the DOJ includes strict limitations on further disclosure of the data, along with additional federal protections designed to safeguard personally identifiable information.

While no formal action was taken following the presentation, city officials indicated the assessment will be used to guide future discussions on funding, site selection, and next steps.