Apr 26, 2012 | Anchorage Daily News
Amendment allows Alaska tribes to serve protective orders
The U.S. Senate passed the Violence Against Women reauthorization act Thursday with a last minute amendment that lets Alaska tribes continue to issue domestic violence protective orders but excludes them from powers given to Lower 48 tribes to criminally prosecute offenders.
Free fishing vessel safety training to be offered
Alaska Marine Safety Education Association will offer a two-day fishing vessel safety and drill conductor course in Metlakatla from 6 to 9 p.m. on March 16 and Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on March 17.