The U.S. Coast Guard has identified two people who died Sunday while working in a confined space on a freight barge near Ketchikan.
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Forest Service moves forward with logging project near Ketchikan
Most of the harvest will be old-growth trees, which some people worry will be devastating to the forest.
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.