The memorial service for Kookesh will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 4.
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Legislature sends Alaska ferry reform bill to governor
The bill, written by Kodiak Republican House Speaker Louise Stutes, unanimously passed both the House and Senate.
‘It’s going to hurt’: Hopes of a lucrative summer tourism season in Unalaska are fading
This summer is shaping up to be another quiet tourism season in Unalaska.
Engine trouble, COVID-19 cases delay Matanuska ferry in Ketchikan
The Matanuska was scheduled to depart Ketchikan on Sunday for ports north but was delayed after tests from the previous week showed an unspecified number of crew members had the coronavirus.
Alaska Airlines bans Eagle River lawmaker for violating COVID-19 mask policy
Alaska Airlines said Saturday that it banned state Sen. Lora Reinbold, R-Eagle River, from its flights for continuing to refuse to follow mask-wearing requirements for travelers.
Governor, lawmakers unveil plan to use $76.8M federal windfall to fund ferries for 18 months
The governor and legislative leaders have agreed on a rough plan to use federal pandemic relief from Congress to help stabilize Alaska’s beleaguered ferry system.
Matanuska ferry crew members test positive for COVID-19
The Alaska Department of Transportation released a statement Monday that said a member of the ship’s crew began showing symptoms of the illness on Saturday after leaving Bellingham.
With M/V Matanuska sidelined, air travel is the only option for the Upper Lynn Canal
The good news for Andy and Juliene Miles is, they just had a beautiful baby. The bad news is, they’re stuck in Juneau.
In an effort to save money, the Alaska Marine Highway considers sinking one of its oldest ferries
The Malaspina has has been moored at Ward Cove in Ketchikan since 2019. It costs about $450,000 each year just to store the ship.
Alaska lawmakers consider resolution urging federal government to let Alaska cruises bypass Canada
The measure would add the Legislature’s to a growing chorus of voices calling for federal action but would not carry the force of law.