Alaska State Troopers identified the pilot as 56-year-old Douglas Ritchie of Wasilla.
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US Army Alaska is now the 11th Airborne Division, will refocus on ‘Arctic ethos’
Army’s command in Alaska has a new name now, to reflect its new focus on fighting in the Arctic and helping develop tactics and equipment for the region.
Denali’s historic, lingering snow season is affecting the park’s wildlife
Denali National Park is still melting out from its snowiest winter season in 99 years of record keeping.
University of Alaska regents approve faculty pay increases. But the union says negotiations aren’t over.
UA faculty have only received a 1% raise over the past 5 years.
Dozens of Manley Hot Springs residents remain displaced after ice jam flood
Some Manley Hot Springs residents are frustrated by a lack of guidance on how to deal with contaminants in their homes and yards.
Residents take stock of damage as floodwaters recede in Manley Hot Springs
Manley resident Sabrina Jervsjo said there’s damage from the water, and even worse, fuel spills. “I think everybody in Manley Hot Springs purchased heating fuel before the cost went up,” she said. “It’s just a sheen across everywhere.”