Thousands of vessels move through Alaska’s waters every year. If something goes awry, their cargo and fuel could end up in the ocean. Cleanup efforts for past groundings near Unalaska have proven difficult and costly. But how ready is the state for disaster?
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Walker vetoes bill that would guarantee university board seats to regions
The governor will continue to be able to appoint the 11 Board of Regents members without geographic limits on where they live.
Why do Bush Democrats caucus with the Republicans?
In past, regional divisions prevented a single party from forming a legislative majority, so they turned to partners across the aisle.
Coast Guard Foundation awards scholarship to Kodiak student
One Kodiak Coast Guard daughter is pursuing her degree in Florida with help from The Coast Guard Foundation.
Unalaska man charged with burglarizing burned vessel
An Unalaska man is accused of burglarizing a boat in Captains Bay — the same boat that burned in a mysterious fire last month. Geoffrey Edwards, 41, faces three felonies and a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing more than $3,000 worth of items from the M/V Rebecca.
Sun’aq Tribe to open Alutiiq immersion school for children
The Sun’aq Tribe of Kodiak will be able to build an Alutiiq language program for preschool-aged children with the help of a grant it just received.