Haines’ biggest event of the year begins Thursday. The Southeast Alaska State Fair draws thousands of people to enjoy diverse musical acts, delicious food and classic fair staples such as a carousel and Ferris wheel.
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Charges against Dillingham Orthodox priest dropped
The attempted sexual assault case against a Dillingham parish priest has been dismissed by the prosecution.
Budget cuts shut down Palmer Correctional Facility
The state’s Palmer Correctional Facility is slated to close. It’s a money-saving measure called for by Gov. Bill Walker.
Alaska Sanders delegates joined final push before Clinton nomination
Metlakatla Democratic National Convention delegate Gavin Hudson campaigned for Bernie Sanders. But he’s in Hillary Clinton’s camp now.
Anchorage police target drunk driving with new patrol unit
Anchorage is assigning more police to handle drunk drivers. A federal grant is paying for a new patrol unit.
Artifacts removed from historic building threatened by erosion
Volunteers with Alaska State Parks and the Delta Historical Society have removed artifacts from a 110-year-old building at Big Delta State Historical Park.