Thumbs-up, thumbs-down

Thumbs up:

The Legislature: The end of session turned into a semi-bipartisan affair that avoided endless special sessions. Give credit where it’s due.

Gardeners: Birch leaves are the size of squirrel ears, which means it’s time to get started.

Tourism: They’re heeeere. Visitors (and their wallets) have arrived. Please spend early and often.

Thumbs down:

Knik Arm Bridge opponents: Alaska lawmakers restore funding for the controversial project, assuming it survives the governor’s veto.

Vitamin D: It’s been a cool spring in Alaska. Warm up, already.

Smoking at work: After years of effort, the smoke-free workplace bill finally passed.

– Sarah Erkmann Ward, Blueprint Alaska