Last year, Sitka became one of the first cities in the country to introduce a set of tiny home friendly code changes.
Southeast
Alaska travel industry figures raise concerns about CDC’s new rules for cruise lines
Travel Juneau’s Liz Perry says that if any large ships come to Alaska in 2021, it’ll be very late in the season.
Expecting authorization, SEARHC opens vaccine appointments for kids age 12 and up
On a statewide call last month, Department of Health and Social Services officials said they believe the authorization will come by the end of this month at the latest.
Alaska Fashion Week kicks off in Juneau, organizers hope to make it an annual tradition
It’s not all about dressing up and checking out the latest trends. Event organizers hope to educate people about fast fashion and sustainability.
‘We want to get a handle on this’: Deadly fungus threatens Alaska amphibians
An invasive fungus is threatening Alaska’s frogs, toads, newts and salamanders.
Ketchikan wrestling tournament linked to more than 20 COVID-19 cases in 5 Southeast Alaska communities
At least 23 cases have been linked to the Bill Weiss Tournament that was held alongside another tournament at Ketchikan High School in late April.
Unanimous ferry reform bill prompts constitutional challenge from Alaska’s governor
Reforming the Alaska Marine Highway System has been a priority of coastal legislators who want more autonomy for the state ferry system.
Alaska Native veterans of Vietnam War, heirs would receive state land under Gov. Dunleavy proposal
Dunleavy said many veterans or their heirs would be able to receive land that’s closer to their homes than they would receive under a delayed federal program.
Juneau officials release COVID-19 vaccine survey results, more than 2,300 residents responded
The form was intended to get a better sense of resident attitudes and concerns about getting the shot.
Native Youth Olympics event in Ketchikan rescheduled for late May
The games were postponed after several attendees at a school-sponsored wrestling tournament tested positive for COVID-19, briefly shutting down the school.