Iditarod mushers will still be finishing on Front Street in Nome next week, but the city of Nome will not be hosting any festivities.
Alaska coronavirus news
Live updates and information on COVID-19 in Juneau and Alaska
Alaska Folk Festival canceled for first time in 46-year history
The board says they’re concerned about safety due to the COVID-19 virus.
Gastineau Community School closed Friday while student is tested for ‘multiple viruses’
The school district emailed parents Thursday evening saying they’re closing the school and cancelling all after-school activities and meetings as a precaution.
Alaska event organizers weigh public health in deciding whether to cancel
Organizers relied on advice from the state Department of Health and Social Services to postone the state’s high school basketball tournaments.
Watch: Governor announces Alaska’s first coronavirus case
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy and state health officials held a press briefing Thursday to announce the state’s first coronavirus case. Alaska’s chief medical officer called it a “presumptive positive,” meaning that the lab case will be sent to the CDC for confirmation.
University of Alaska extends spring break, moves classes online
The University of Alaska system is extending spring break, moving classes online and canceling gatherings in response to the spread of coronavirus.