EPA reaches deal with Pebble mine developer The agency and the mine company have agreed to drop the legal fight and allow Pebble to apply for a federal permit. The Environmental Protection Agency has settled an ongoing lawsuit with the Pebble Limited Partnership and says the company can apply for a federal permit for its proposed massive gold and copper mine in the Bristol Bay watershed. | Alaska ADN
Sen. Dan Sullivan plans public town hall in North Pole on Friday In the area for an Arctic conference, Sullivan will face constituents at a meeting in the Interior community. Reminder: Senator Sullivan is (finally) doing a public town hall tomorrow, in North Pole. | Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan Alaska Democrats
Senate drains savings account to cover oil subsidies For the past two years, the amount of unpaid subsidies to oil drillers has risen. Senate Republicans Drain Savings Account to Cover Oil Subsidies: | Juneau Empire Alaska Democrats
Seeking scientists: HAARP works toward ensuring longterm success One of the most advanced research facilities in the country is back open for business and wants to attract more scientists to the site. | Alaska KTVA 11