Petersburg and other towns across Alaska are putting proactive measures in place to quell the spread of COVID-19. Disruptions to school, work, and major public gatherings are already manifesting and it’s important to stay up to date on what’s happening in the Petersburg, AK community.
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Alaska COVID-19 Cases
Alaska Total Coronavirus Cases: 298,226
Alaska New Coronavirus Deaths:
Alaska Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,485
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662
Coronavirus News for Petersburg
Alaska’s first resettlement conference highlights state’s recent spike in refugees
Alaska used to average about 150 refugees a year, with numbers as low as 22 during the peak of the coronavirus pandemic. Recently, that number has jumped exponentially, largely driven by conflicts in ... More info »
Alaska Public Media - 04/29/2024 12:00pmKenai Peninsula contractor charged with COVID-19 relief fraud
Kent Tompkins, owner of a Sterling construction company, is accused of making false statements about his criminal history in COVID-19 relief loan applications. More info »
Alaska Dispatch News - 04/18/2024 01:21pmPetersburg hosts Region V Art Fest
Last weekend art students and teachers from nine Southeast Alaska high schools arrived in Petersburg by floatplane, Alaska Airlines, and jet boat to participate in the 28th Annual Region V Art Fest. More info »
Petersburg Pilot - 04/25/2024 11:13amOne-way Alaska cruises vs. round-trip: Which is best?
When it comes to aspirational destinations, Alaska tops the list for many travelers ... Thanks to temporary card bonuses and changes due to coronavirus, you may even be able to score a meal at your ... More info »
MSN - 12/19/2023 02:04pmReport portrays mixed picture of Alaska’s huge seafood industry
The report says the industry's economic value rose in 2021 and 2022, but employment is declining and recent price collapses are worrisome. More info »
Juneau Empire on MSN - 04/26/2024 03:37am