The University of Alaska Southeast is facing a $1.3 million state budget cut this fiscal year, and a total shortfall of $1.9 million that may lead to layoffs.
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Research team sets out for Islands of the Four Mountains
A group of researchers left Unalaska this past weekend for a remote part of the central Aleutians: the Islands of the Four Mountains.
Why does Southeast Alaska have a daycare ‘crisis’?
Mention daycare to pretty much any parent in Southeast Alaska, and you’ll get an earful. It’s never been easy to find daycare in the region, but just recently, it’s gotten much worse.
Ketchikan approves background checks for volunteer chaperones
The Ketchikan School Board Wednesday night approved required background checks for volunteer chaperones on overnight school-sponsored trips.
Alaska museums awarded grants for exhibits, training
Three Alaska museums have received more than $142,000 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
How to behave in bear country
Knowing how to behave in bear country allows Alaskans to explore wilderness more deeply.