Trials currently in progress will still proceed, as will those scheduled in other parts of the state.
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Canada closes all ports to large cruise ships until July
Canada has closed its ports to large cruise ships until July 1 in response to the spread of coronavirus. The restriction applies to vessels carrying 500 people or more.
False alarm sounds off at Juneau’s Salmon Creek dam
AEL&P says crews are responding to the false alarm, and there’s no need to evacuate the area.
Alaska Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux charged with voter misconduct
LeDoux was in a House floor session in Juneau while prosecutors announced the charges at a press conference in Anchorage.
Nome, Iditarod officials postpone end-of-race festivities
Iditarod mushers will still be finishing on Front Street in Nome next week, but the city of Nome will not be hosting any festivities.
From queen of the yard to life of the party: Meet 5 of this year’s Iditarod dogs
Hundreds of sled dogs are running across Alaska this week as the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race plays out over 1,000 miles from Willow to Nome.
Alaska Folk Festival canceled for first time in 46-year history
The board says they’re concerned about safety due to the COVID-19 virus.
Gastineau Community School closed Friday while student is tested for ‘multiple viruses’
The school district emailed parents Thursday evening saying they’re closing the school and cancelling all after-school activities and meetings as a precaution.
Former Alaska Senate President Pete Kelly registers as a lobbyist
Pete Kelly represents the Fairbanks Economic Development Corp. He’ll also be doing work for clients of the Mulder Co., run by lobbyist Eldon Mulder.
Alaska event organizers weigh public health in deciding whether to cancel
Organizers relied on advice from the state Department of Health and Social Services to postone the state’s high school basketball tournaments.