H7N9 has infected 150 people and killed 45 since it emerged in Chinese domesticated poultry last year.
Alaska
Juneau Rep. Beth Kerttula resigns
Kerttula has represented Juneau for 15 years. Due to redistricting, her current seat includes Petersburg, Gustavus and Tenakee Springs.
Industry consultant: Cruise lines again ‘bullish’ on Alaska
Years of steady declines in cruise ship traffic to Sitka should be coming to an end — eventually.
Scholarships offered to Sealaska shareholders
The Sealaska Heritage Institute is once again offering scholarships to students attending college, graduate school or vocational-technical programs.
Update: Sealaska chair Kookesh to leave post
Albert Kookesh is stepping down at the same time Sealaska CEO Chris McNeil retires.
Kookesh to step down as Sealaska board chair
The company also announced the deadline to apply for its president and CEO position, as Chris McNeil prepares to retire.