News-Miner Editorials
Veterans remembered
Stryker Brigade memorial should have community support
Published May 10, 2008
The initial deployment of the 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team from Fort Wainwright in August 2005 seemed surreal at times.
Time to clean up
Saturday is the day for those yellow trash bags to fill up
Published May 9, 2008
The geese have arrived.
The snow has left.
A worthy effort
Woman earned consideration for reward
Published May 8, 2008
The story gets better and better.
Does it take a crisis?
Example set by Juneau residents is more than notable
Published May 7, 2008
Ask yourself, have you really done all you can to cut your usage of gas and electricity?
The wheel deal
Spring brings bikes, skateboards and conflicts
Published May 6, 2008
A photograph on our Web page and on the front of the Interior/Alaska section of the newspaper Monday caught the interest of several readers who took the time to call or e-mail the editor.
Property crimes
Case is a good example of public involvement
Published May 5, 2008
For years, we have heard local police and troopers talk about public involvement as the only real means of curbing property crimes if we continue to refuse to budget for more police officers.
Time for Susitna
Hydroelectric power plan deserves thorough review
Published May 4, 2008
By the time the Susitna hydroelectric plan was moved to the back burner, it had been analyzed from every conceivable angle.
Looking forward
Hayeses’ legacy will last; let’s learn from it
Published May 3, 2008
The sentencing of Jim and Murilda “Chris” Hayes in federal court Friday brought to an end a sad chapter in Fairbanks history.
Guns in parks
National Park gun rules ask for some attention
Published May 2, 2008
The general sentiment behind a current push to make National Park Service lands’ concealed carry laws consistent with state laws is a good one.
Missing pieces
Rep. Young needs to share the rest of the story
Published May 1, 2008
Rep. Don Young talked about the $10 million Coconut Road earmark controversy on the floor of the U.S. House on Wednesday, clearing up some questions and creating others
Long-term solutions
ANWR isn’t the whole picture, but it should be in the frame
Published April 30, 2008
Part of the response from the Democratic side of Congress after President Bush called on the body to approve legislation allowing oil and gas drilling in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is worth repeating just for the “wow” factor.
Persistent problem
Weekend arrests show DUI is an everyday issue
Published April 29, 2008
One thing should be crystal clear to anyone who read today's lengthy public safety report: Driving under the influence is an everyday problem in this area.
Volunteers work
Week shines spotlight on incredible work force
Published April 28, 2008
This week a national spotlight shines on what we know — but sometimes take for granted — as one of our most powerful and productive workforces: volunteers.
Local control
Let’s be careful about that tax exemption idea
Published April 27, 2008
One of the greatest issues with the home property tax exemption initiative forwarded by local governments this week is not the concept — it’s the dollar number.
Energy attention
Juneau's problem adds voice to the concern about high prices
Published April 26, 2008
The energy calamity that struck the city of Juneau in mid-April could actually have an upside.