The regional subsistence advisory council says its proposals are responding to food security concerns from villages.
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Petersburg group raises money for long-term upkeep of historic Southeast lighthouse
The lighthouse building dates back to 1935, built in the art deco style. It replaced one that burned to the ground in 1933.
Petersburg’s COVID response team seeks mask mandate amid surge in local cases
Petersburg’s middle and high schools have been operating remotely because of cases among staff and students.
Pandemic economy contributes to record Southeast Dungeness crab prices
The size of the harvest was close to average, but the value of the crab was exceptional.
Rents up, vacancy down: How the pandemic impacted Alaska’s rental market
The cost to rent a home or apartment has gone up in Alaska during the pandemic, according to state economists.
Supply shortages, shipping delays hit Southeast Alaska businesses
A COVID-19 outbreak at a warehouse in Centralia, Washington has led to shipping delays at grocery stores throughout Southeast Alaska.
Petersburg steam whistle blast a sign of stronger pink salmon harvest
Fish and Game now predicts a total catch of 39 million by the end of the season, which would be an above-average harvest.
New zine highlights Southeast Alaska LGBTQ community
The zine’s creators encourage anyone with a connection to Alaska to submit. They can send in whatever they care about and think would be meaningful to the community, whether that’s art or poetry or photography.
Forest Service plans more small timber sales in the Tongass this summer
The Forest Service says the small sale program aligns with the Biden administration’s sustainability strategy for Southeast Alaska.
Kings off limits in August for non-resident anglers in Southeast
The change is aimed at keeping the region’s sport harvest of chinook within a target allocation of 37,900 fish.