Savitt had said that “all of the numbers look good,” referring to case rates that were four times higher than the nation’s.
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Alaska Gov. Dunleavy won’t endorse mask or vaccine mandates. But he says he won’t ban them either.
Dunleavy spoke with Alaska Public Media about the state of the pandemic, his relationship with lawmakers and the outlook for next year.
Officials warn of plateau as Alaska reports 964 new resident COVID cases
Alaska continues to lead the country in its COVID-19 rate, according to the New York Times.
Anchorage Assembly overrides Bronson’s veto, upholding emergency mask ordinance
The ordinance could last as long as 60 days or until two of the city’s three hospitals are not operating at crisis levels or Anchorage doesn’t have a high rate of COVID-19 spread.
Anchorage mayor vetoes emergency mask ordinance
Bronson’s veto comes after days of chaotic and combative public testimony about a proposed mask ordinance that was similar to the emergency measure approved Tuesday.
What’s the status of Juneau School District’s weekly employee testing requirement?
The Juneau School District has formally surveyed its employees on their vaccination status. Of the 600 or so who’ve responded, 92% are vaccinated. However, about 100 other staff members have yet to provide their information.