Good morning from the overnight crew. Yesterday was a rainy day across the panhandle. With it being so rainy, we broke the record for rainfall in Ketchikan for the day. This won't get rid of the abnormally dry conditions being experienced across the area but it does help. #akwx

We thought everyone could use a view of some sunny weather for a change. So here is the current view from Port Alexander where some large holes in the clouds have developed . Some of these breaks could spread north over the Central inner channels this afternoon #akwx

Some providers will offer low-cost internet even as federal program ends, White House says, reports @ShauneenMiranda of @statesnewsroom, via the @AlaskaBeacon: alaskabeacon.com/202…

Is there any possibility of dry weather this weekend? Actually yes! Sat is looking to be the driest across the panhandle though some showers are still possible. Sun is looking rather wet for the south. The north however is still looking to be mostly dry for Sun. #akwx

Questions about Eaglecrest’s future operations are being raised by a group circulating a petition following the forced resignation of ski area’s general manager last week. www.juneauempire.com…

Bill Thomas, a lifelong Haines resident and Alaska State House member from 2005 to 2013, is seeking to return to the Legislature by challenging Rep. Andi Story for the District 3 seat that includes the Mendenhall Valley and areas to the north. www.juneauempire.com…

Permanent Fund bosses vote to defy Alaska Legislature, keep Anchorage office, reports James Brooks (@AK_OK) of the @AlaskaBeacon: alaskabeacon.com/202… #akleg

Celebration returns next week to uplift Indigenous culture in Juneau www.ktoo.org/2024/05…

Free direct filing of federal taxes may be offered soon throughout the U.S., reports @Ashley__Murray of @statesnewsroom, via the @AlaskaBeacon: alaskabeacon.com/202…

Bartlett Regional Hospital’s financial health is ailing and leaders are asking Juneau residents for a second opinion during the next few weeks about a proposed remedy that could trim or eliminate six “non-core” programs. www.juneauempire.com…

ASEA Local 52 Juneau Chapter has an FY25 budget that passed unanimously. Neither dog in attendance objected or discussed any line items.

Hey, Hyder! You've got a Forest Plan revision meeting on May 29 from 11 AM to 2 PM (PDT) at the Community building. This is an interactive workshop for you to tell the USFS about the areas of the Tongass that are of greatest concern to you! #protectwhatyoulove #Tongass #forest

Juneau Rep. Andi Story will have some competition for her seat in the AK House - former Rep. Bill Thomas filed to run for the role in APOC today. Juneau Sen. Jesse Kiehl and Rep. Sara Hannan remain uncontested. But, things could change - the filing deadline is June 1. 👀

What's your favorite way to enjoy nature? 🌲 There are endless opportunities for recreating on Alaska's National Forests. Visit our website for some inspiration 🙌www.fs.usda.gov/main… Video: Kayaking, hiking, birdwatching, & camping in Berners Bay, Tongass National Forest.

Really enjoyed my cultural exchange this week.

A recommendation opposing Hoonah’s petition to create Alaska’s 20th organized borough, consisting of the city and a sizable surrounding area that includes a few tiny communities, was issued Tuesday by staff for the Alaska Local Boundary Commission. www.juneauempire.com…