The first rangers in the Tongass National Forest often traveled thoughout southeast aboard vessels of the “Green Serge Navy.” Joe Viechnicki of KFSK radio in Petersburg prepared this story as part of a CoastAlaska series commemorating the Centennial of the Tongass National Forest.
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FBI arrests ex-manager of Juneau’s historic Bergmann Hotel
The FBI has confirmed that it arrested the former manager of Juneau's historic and condemned Bergmann Hotel, who in March was fined for failing to abide by the city's evacuation order. 
Q&A: On re-election bid, Gov. Walker says he’s made difficult decisions that he must own
About 100 people attended a re-election campaign kick off event in Juneau for Gov. Walker and Lt. Gov. Mallott. Walker set aside a few minutes to take our questions.
Walker hopes to win over skeptical lawmakers on tax proposal
Gov. Bill Walker says he wouldn't go through the hassle of calling another special session this year if he didn't expect Alaska legislators to pass the bills on his agenda. But Walker faces an uphill battle in selling skeptical senators on his new tax bill.
U.S. Coast Guard issues warning of derelict vessel
The bow of an abandoned boat could be seen this weekend drifting up and down the Gastineau Channel between Lemon Creek and the Douglas Bridge. A broadcast warning to mariners was issued Saturday, but no further action was being taken as of Sunday afternoon.
