SEITC funded for fish consumption project
A federal grant will fund efforts of the Southeast Alaska Indigenous Transboundary Commission and Wrangell Cooperative Association to collect data on the amount of fish and other seafood consumed by indigenous people who reside in Wrangell.
Alaska leads nation in new COVID cases
Alaska set a record high of 1,735 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, Sept. 23, with five new cases of the pandemic virus in the Copper River Census Area, as the state’s largest hospital continued operating under crisis standards of care.
EPA takes new steps to protect Bristol Bay
Efforts to protect the Bristol Bay watershed from potential mining pollution that would affect the world’s largest run of wild sockeye salmon are back in the spotlight, with the Environmental Protection Agency seeking ensure a long-term solution.
Ernestine Hayes receives distinguished artist award
Former Alaska State Writer Laureate Ernestine Saankalaxt Hayes has been honored with the Rasmuson Foundation’s 2021 Distinguished Artist Award for her creative work.
Overwhelmed by COVID-19 cases, Alaska’s largest hospital implements crisis care standards
"While we are doing our utmost, we are no longer able to provide the standard of care to each and every patient who needs our help," Dr. Kristen Solana Walkinshaw said.
SEITC funded for fish consumption project
"Our foods are safe and healthy to eat," said Rob Sanderson Jr. "It is important we keep it that way for our future generations."
Kodiak rocket launch succeeds despite engine loss
Astra Space Inc. conducted a test launch of a rocket at the Pacific Spaceport Complex in Kodiak.
After 66 years, Eklutna River will run uninterrupted
Water releases down the Eklutna River in Southcentral Alaska will allow the river to run uninterrupted from its headwaters to the sea for the first time in 66 years.
Port Valdez North goat hunt set for Oct. 1
Permits will be available starting on Sept. 23 for the registration permit mountain hunt RG248 in game management unit 5D beginning Oct. 1.
Alaska records most daily COVID cases amid healthcare strain
"Our hospitals have been and continue to be incredibly stressed," said Dr. Anne Zink. "There is not capacity in the hospitals to care for both COVID and non-COVID patients on a regular basis."
