The Southeast Conference wants to change the way the Tongass National Forest is managed.
Alaska
Southeast population, payroll hit record highs
Southeast Alaska has more residents – and more jobs – than ever. That’s according to a report released during the Southeast Conference’s annual meeting in Sitka.
Break for weather, maintenence, but search continues for missing plane
47-year old Alan Foster was at the controls of the Piper PA-32 when it disappeared near Yakutat
Why “Alaska” means milk and basketball to many Filipinos
The Philippines’ recently appointed honorary consul is trying to make the case that “Alaska” should mean “seafood” in the Philippines.
Southeast leaders consider region’s maritime industry
About 250 Panhandle business, government and nonprofit leaders will gather in Sitka Sept. 17-19.
Update: Small plane still missing off Yakutat
Officials say the search for the missing airplane is being hampered by bad weather and the pilot’s lack of an emergency beacon.