Most of the harvest will be old-growth trees, which some people worry will be devastating to the forest.
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Congress approves reauthorization of Secure Rural Schools funding
More than $12 million is set aside for Alaskan communities affected by the decline of the timber industry. That money goes to districts with large amounts of untaxed federal land, and is distributed in annual payments to rural boroughs and school districts — including those near the Tongass National Forest in Southeast.
Alaska Marine Lines barge continues south after taking on water off British Columbia
The company said in an email that the barge was damaged during transit but was “secure” and “not sinking.”
Heavy rains bring landslides, flooding to Ketchikan
Airport weather data shows Ketchikan saw nearly seven inches of rain in the couple of days before the slide. It’s one of the wettest Mays on record in the First City.
Many Alaska families face political differences. A therapist discusses how to address them.
In a small town — especially one you can’t drive away from — it can feel like there’s no escaping the conflict.
Ketchikan band Dude Mtn on Alaska Folk Festival and the sound of Southeast Alaska
Ketchikan’s Cullen McCormick, Chazz Gist and Kalijah LeCornu talk about their run in Juneau and the ups and downs of trying to tour in Southeast Alaska.
Ketchikan woman officially sets Guinness World Record for largest mouth
A Ketchikan woman now holds the Guinness World Record for “largest female mouth gape.”
Rockslide blocks traffic on Ketchikan’s main road, cutting off access to the island’s north side
Officials are urging residents to make plans for an extended closure.
Troopers find 2 missing dogs dead in Southeast Alaska crab pots
The deaths of French bulldogs Whiskey and Yoda remain under investigation, after troopers found their submerged remains Friday near Thorne Bay.
Alaska woman submits Guinness bid for world’s largest mouth
Marie Pearl Zellmer Robinson of Ketchikan can easily fit a 12-oz. aluminum can between her teeth.