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The Tulimaniq well at Smith Bay on the North Slope is seen in this Caelus Energy image. After heralding what they believe to be a major discovery in 2016, plans for an appraisal well to prove up the find have been put off based on sustained low oil prices and state policy uncertainty on tax incentives. (Photo/Courtesy/Caelus Energy)
Caelus Energy won’t be drilling new wells on the North Slope next winter for a host of reasons.
As a result, Alaskans will have to wait at least another year to see whether the company’s promising but remote Smith Bay oil prospect, which Caelus leaders have touted to be a 6 billion-barrel discovery, lives up to its billing.
Neither incumbent Rep. Sarah Vance or challenger Brent Johnson have claimed 50% of votes in the race
Extended periods of light to moderate snow are expected Friday through Sunday morning
The utility produces 90% of its electricity using natural gas
Troopers sought help from the public in a search for Tanner Allen Geiser
Woodruff, Miller charged with felony first-degree assault for alleged conduct during May arrest in Kenai
The owner sought to operate a retail marijuana establishment at Swanson Square in Kenai
Winter weather advisory and other messages from National Weather Service effective through Friday morning
Soldotna sharks give $4,000 scholarship to local gift shop
Included in the work session notes is a potential calendar describing weeks running from Monday to Thursday starting in August 2025
