Griffin
@alnus-sitchensis.bsky.social
Based out of Dzantik'i Héeni (Juneau) on Áak'w Kwáan lands - following #akleg Alaska politics and policy, as well as climate action and Arctic issues
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Griffin
@alnus-sitchensis.bsky.social
· Oct 17
I appreciated national media covering it, but the headlines with just the number missing/rescued didn't get at it - nearly 2,000 people have been displaced from their homes. With the cost to rebuild, only temporary shelter, and no clear commitments from the feds/state to find a long-term solution
People outside Alaska need to realize:
Typhoon Halong in Western Alaska has caused perhaps the first, big interregional climate change driven displacement in North America. We need sustained attention/resources on recovery to keep Halong victims from suffering as their worlds are turned upside down.
Typhoon Halong in Western Alaska has caused perhaps the first, big interregional climate change driven displacement in North America. We need sustained attention/resources on recovery to keep Halong victims from suffering as their worlds are turned upside down.
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On Oct. 8, 2025, the AK National Guard got a memo from Major General Ronald Burkett, Director of NG Operations. It requires AK to prepare a Quick Reaction Force of 350 trained in batons, Tasers, & pepper spray to deploy for riot control. As Chair of AK’s Joint Armed Services Comm., I’m concerned.
November 14, 2025 at 8:15 PM
On Oct. 8, 2025, the AK National Guard got a memo from Major General Ronald Burkett, Director of NG Operations. It requires AK to prepare a Quick Reaction Force of 350 trained in batons, Tasers, & pepper spray to deploy for riot control. As Chair of AK’s Joint Armed Services Comm., I’m concerned.
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The government shutdown ends, but Alaska’s health subsidies remain in limbo — while GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan could personally collect $1 million under a secretive provision in the bill. thealaskacurrent.com/2025/11/13/d...
Dan Sullivan’s in line for ‘million-dollar jackpot’ under bill that ended the shutdown - The Alaska Current
The end of the historic government shutdown this week was a mixed bag for Alaskans. Thousands of federal employees will be paid, food stamp benefits will resume, but no help is coming for the 28,000…
thealaskacurrent.com
November 13, 2025 at 11:07 PM
The government shutdown ends, but Alaska’s health subsidies remain in limbo — while GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan could personally collect $1 million under a secretive provision in the bill. thealaskacurrent.com/2025/11/13/d...
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Across Alaska, public schools are often the safest buildings where people can take shelter during disasters. After decades of state neglect, however, some have become emergencies themselves. (Via KYUK.org)
Alaska’s public schools serve as emergency shelters. Those buildings are also in crisis.
Across Alaska, public schools are often the safest buildings where people can take shelter during disasters. After decades of state neglect, however, some have become emergencies themselves.
www.adn.com
November 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Across Alaska, public schools are often the safest buildings where people can take shelter during disasters. After decades of state neglect, however, some have become emergencies themselves. (Via KYUK.org)
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"Willow's total project capital was raised by $1.5 billion to a range of $8.5 billion to $9 billion, mostly due to rising inflation, executives said."
But sure, #AKLNG is still good using its $44 billion cost estimate from 2016. 🙄 #akleg www.reuters.com/business/ene...
But sure, #AKLNG is still good using its $44 billion cost estimate from 2016. 🙄 #akleg www.reuters.com/business/ene...
November 7, 2025 at 1:59 AM
"Willow's total project capital was raised by $1.5 billion to a range of $8.5 billion to $9 billion, mostly due to rising inflation, executives said."
But sure, #AKLNG is still good using its $44 billion cost estimate from 2016. 🙄 #akleg www.reuters.com/business/ene...
But sure, #AKLNG is still good using its $44 billion cost estimate from 2016. 🙄 #akleg www.reuters.com/business/ene...
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Anchorage and Seattle-Tacoma airports are among 40 across the U.S. that will see flights cut starting Friday due to the government shutdown.
Anchorage International among 40 US airports targeted by FAA for shutdown-related flight cuts
The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that it will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets to maintain travel safety as air traffic controllers exhibit signs of strain d...
www.adn.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Anchorage and Seattle-Tacoma airports are among 40 across the U.S. that will see flights cut starting Friday due to the government shutdown.
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GOVERNOR NUMBERS!
Alaska Survey Research
October 10-14, 2025
Statewide AK
N=1,748 Likely Voters
MOE=+/-2.5%
Q: The General election for Governor will be conducted next November under RCV rules. Mark one candidate in each choice column according to your preference for Governor. #ak #akleg #alaska
Alaska Survey Research
October 10-14, 2025
Statewide AK
N=1,748 Likely Voters
MOE=+/-2.5%
Q: The General election for Governor will be conducted next November under RCV rules. Mark one candidate in each choice column according to your preference for Governor. #ak #akleg #alaska
November 6, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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When the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issues a nationwide news release after I ask them a question about something in Alaska's federal court filings, it's probably a story: alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/05/d... #akleg #Alaska
DHS speeds rule that could permit more fines and arrests of protesters at federal buildings | Alaska Beacon
The rule, originally proposed in the final Biden administration, was set to take effect at the start of 2026 but has been activated now.
alaskabeacon.com
November 6, 2025 at 12:36 AM
When the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issues a nationwide news release after I ask them a question about something in Alaska's federal court filings, it's probably a story: alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/05/d... #akleg #Alaska
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It is estimated we will lose 90% of the world's languages, and all the knowledge held by those speakers, over the next century.
A majority of our Indigenous peoples live along the coasts.
The window to act is almost shut. It's beyond time to radically reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions.
A majority of our Indigenous peoples live along the coasts.
The window to act is almost shut. It's beyond time to radically reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions.
Who will care for Americans left behind by climate migration?
As people move away from flooding and heat, new research suggests that those who remain will be older, poorer and more vulnerable.
(Published Oct. 2024)
By @abrahm.bsky.social
As people move away from flooding and heat, new research suggests that those who remain will be older, poorer and more vulnerable.
(Published Oct. 2024)
By @abrahm.bsky.social
Who Will Care for Americans Left Behind by Climate Migration?
As people move away from flooding and heat, new research suggests that those who remain will be older, poorer and more vulnerable.
www.propublica.org
October 29, 2025 at 7:58 PM
It is estimated we will lose 90% of the world's languages, and all the knowledge held by those speakers, over the next century.
A majority of our Indigenous peoples live along the coasts.
The window to act is almost shut. It's beyond time to radically reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions.
A majority of our Indigenous peoples live along the coasts.
The window to act is almost shut. It's beyond time to radically reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions.
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Mamdani: "We can respond to oligarchy and authoritarianism with the strength it fears, not the appeasement it craves. After all, if anyone can show a nation betrayed by Donald Trump how to defeat him, it is the city that gave rise to him."
November 5, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Mamdani: "We can respond to oligarchy and authoritarianism with the strength it fears, not the appeasement it craves. After all, if anyone can show a nation betrayed by Donald Trump how to defeat him, it is the city that gave rise to him."
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Alaska's state-owned economic development and finance corporation is committing another $50 million to the controversial Ambler Road project.
AIDEA board commits $50M toward Ambler Road project
The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority board voted unanimously to make the money available to support the 211-mile project, which would connect the Dalton Highway to an undeveloped min...
alaskapublic.org
November 4, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Alaska's state-owned economic development and finance corporation is committing another $50 million to the controversial Ambler Road project.
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Join us in Fairbanks, Alaska for the book launch of Ghosts of Distant Trees. Author @rickirobin.bsky.social will be in conversation with @coyotetrail.bsky.social, hosted by publisher @pataky.bsky.social and Solstice Books. November 19, 2025!
porphyry.press/events/ghost...
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book launch, GHOSTS OF DISTANT TREES · Erica Watson with Julianne Warren — Porphyry Press
Porphyry Press & Solstice Books present: GHOSTS LAUNCH You’re invited to the official Ghosts of Distant Trees book launch , the debut memoir-in-essays by Denali-based author Erica Watson and...
porphyry.press
November 1, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Join us in Fairbanks, Alaska for the book launch of Ghosts of Distant Trees. Author @rickirobin.bsky.social will be in conversation with @coyotetrail.bsky.social, hosted by publisher @pataky.bsky.social and Solstice Books. November 19, 2025!
porphyry.press/events/ghost...
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"This was a chance for the federal government to finally show that they cared and that they were willing to invest in this small community in remote Alaska, and they took it away"
Leaders in Kipnuk say prevention, not just recovery, is what's missing from federal storm response.
Kipnuk leaders reflect on what federal help could have done before the storm, and what can be done now
The village has sued a federal agency over its canceled climate resilience grant and refutes claims that the money would have been wasted.
akpub.io
November 4, 2025 at 1:30 AM
"This was a chance for the federal government to finally show that they cared and that they were willing to invest in this small community in remote Alaska, and they took it away"
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I think one antidote to pundit scolding would be talking a lot more about methane. I just heard another big-name energy transition podcast that hosted an expert who said gas reduces emissions. No correction. It's no longer 2019! We know this isn't true.
November 3, 2025 at 9:56 PM
I think one antidote to pundit scolding would be talking a lot more about methane. I just heard another big-name energy transition podcast that hosted an expert who said gas reduces emissions. No correction. It's no longer 2019! We know this isn't true.
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Your daily dose of climate hope. From the team at RMI: rmi.org/wp-content/u...
November 3, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Your daily dose of climate hope. From the team at RMI: rmi.org/wp-content/u...
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Unhappy to report that both myself and Porphyry Press were kicked off of both Meta platforms with no warning and no recourse for no reason. So! Hello Bluesky. Join me in Fairbanks on Nov. 19 to launch @rickirobin.bsky.social's new book, GHOSTS OF DISTANT TREES!
I know we all hate M*ta, AND it's still where a lot of stuff happens, including book promotion & sales. Unfortunately, my publisher, Porphyry Press, was just kicked off FB & IG for unknown reasons🤨
So, a reminder: it's a perfect time to order ⬇️ or a local bookstore!
porphyry.press/ghosts-of-di...
So, a reminder: it's a perfect time to order ⬇️ or a local bookstore!
porphyry.press/ghosts-of-di...
Ghosts of Distant Trees by Erica Watson — Porphyry Press
porphyry.press
November 1, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Unhappy to report that both myself and Porphyry Press were kicked off of both Meta platforms with no warning and no recourse for no reason. So! Hello Bluesky. Join me in Fairbanks on Nov. 19 to launch @rickirobin.bsky.social's new book, GHOSTS OF DISTANT TREES!
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Fred Meyer in Fairbanks has a small 'free' produce section specifically for kids and people in need. Why should offering those in need be a government decision? #akleg
The USDA sent an email to grocery stores telling them they are prohibited from offering special discounts to customers affected by the SNAP funding lapse.
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
November 2, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Fred Meyer in Fairbanks has a small 'free' produce section specifically for kids and people in need. Why should offering those in need be a government decision? #akleg
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This is very, uh, not great. Just fyi. Especially for those of us in the direct path of a major tsunami from Alaska. 🙃
NOAA’s National Weather Service holds the federal responsibility for tsunami warnings, and has historically been a primary supporter of seismic data collection in Alaska
NOAA cancels longstanding funding for seismic data collection crucial to tsunami warning systems
The Alaska Earthquake Center has long provided NOAA with seismic data for tsunami monitoring and warning purposes. That work will wind down in November, after the federal agency said it can no longer fund the contract.
akpub.io
November 1, 2025 at 3:17 AM
This is very, uh, not great. Just fyi. Especially for those of us in the direct path of a major tsunami from Alaska. 🙃
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Asking kids to show their parents’ tax returns before I give out any candy. There’s a sliding-scale depending on household income. Thankfully we’re ensuring no one who can afford a tootsie roll gets a free one. The downside is that it takes 45 minutes per kid to determine whether they’re eligible.
October 31, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Asking kids to show their parents’ tax returns before I give out any candy. There’s a sliding-scale depending on household income. Thankfully we’re ensuring no one who can afford a tootsie roll gets a free one. The downside is that it takes 45 minutes per kid to determine whether they’re eligible.
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October 30, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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A state funding rollback is leaving communities on the hook for a larger share of school construction debt.
Alaska cities and school districts scramble to close budget gaps after state cuts bond debt payments
Dillingham and the Lake and Peninsula Borough are among the municipalities and districts hit by cuts to the state's school bond debt reimbursement program.
akpub.io
October 29, 2025 at 8:50 PM
A state funding rollback is leaving communities on the hook for a larger share of school construction debt.
Alaska Airlines website is down!
its unreal i was just trying to book a flight on alaska airlines' website and the page is spamming like 100 requests / min to some visa logging domain, requesting linear acceleration data from my browser, trying to load some discover card tracking domain
like, what are we doing here guys
like, what are we doing here guys
October 29, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Alaska Airlines website is down!
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Juneau Central Labor Council has their annual food drive Saturday November 8th from 11-3, but I think all the organizations are accepting donations: both monetary and non perishable items
October 29, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Juneau Central Labor Council has their annual food drive Saturday November 8th from 11-3, but I think all the organizations are accepting donations: both monetary and non perishable items
Juneau have anything going to help with people affected by SNAP and the federal shutdown? I know AFGE is doing lunches, how can the average Juneauite help?
sitka tribe of alaska has setup a gofundme to support food security for people in the community affected by the government shutdown
gofund.me/78edffe6b
gofund.me/78edffe6b
October 29, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Juneau have anything going to help with people affected by SNAP and the federal shutdown? I know AFGE is doing lunches, how can the average Juneauite help?