John Binkley has worn a lot of hats: stints in the Legislature, a primary challenge to Gov. Frank Murkowski in 2006 and, more recently, the face of the cruise industry in Alaska. But he’s also wading into the biggest political fight in the state: defending Gov. Mike Dunleavy from being recalled.
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Plane crash investigators to federal regulators: ‘Find ways to make flying in Alaska safer’
The state’s reliance on air travel sets it apart from the contiguous states.
‘Likely that we’re out of business’: Rock slide severely damages Ketchikan grocery store
Owners say Tatsuda’s IGA may be closed for good after a rock slide fell in the early morning hours.
Coronavirus outbreak in China still has geoduck fishery closed in Alaska
Alaska geoduck clam divers are stuck sitting on the beach until at least March 5.
Coronavirus shutters Southeast Alaska geoduck clam fishery
In January, divers held an emergency meeting of the geoduck committee to talk about what to do next.
As cruise ships get bigger, Southeast’s tug fleet lags behind
What happens if a megaship loses power? The Coast Guard recently met with the cruise industry looking for answers.