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Sitka reports four new coronavirus cases, 17 active cases

Sitka is reporting four new cases of the coronavirus. That brings Sitka's active case count to 17, the highest recorded since the pandemic began in March.

After more than 13,000 tests, SEARHC ends free asymptomatic testing in Southeast communities

SEARHC has ended free asymptomatic testing for the coronavirus in Sitka and around Southeast Alaska. Patients without symptoms can still request a test, but it will cost them, and the results may take longer.

Fisherman falls overboard, drowns while mooring at Sitka processor

A man died in Sitka’s harbor Monday morning (11-2-20), after falling into the water while attempting to tie up his vessel.

Sitka officials encourage residents to use airport testing when traveling in state

Following rising case counts across Alaska, Sitka’s Unified Command is encouraging residents to take advantage of free airport testing when traveling in-state. Almost every region in Alaska is operating on a high alert level, but case counts in Sitka remain low.

Tongass ‘Roadless Rule’ exemption leaves subsistence users feeling left behind

Wednesday’s announcement that the Trump administration will lift protections against development in the Tongass National Forest has sparked strong reactions for and against the changes. For many Southeast Alaskans who rely on the Tongass for food, the news is personal.