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    Articles by Michael S. Lockett
    A Coast Guard aircrew aboard an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter like the one in this June 19 photo, rescued two plane crash survivors 40 miles southeast of Ketchikan on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)
    Coast Guard rescues two from plane crash
    By Michael S. Lockett • August 11, 2021 2:30 am

    No casualties resulted from the crash, which occurred on takeoff.

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    Icepeople editor and former Juneau Empire reporter Mark Sabbatini departs Svalbard on July 21, 2021. (Courtesy photo / Mark Sabbatini)
    Arctic Circling back: Former Empire reporter talks newswriting...
    By Michael S. Lockett • August 4, 2021 6:30 am

    Former Empire reporter returns to Juneau after many years covering news in Longyearbyen.

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    Veterans and active duty servicemembers carry the totem pole on July 24, 2021 as hundreds gathered in Hoonah for its raising. (Michael S. Lockett / Juneau Empire)
    Hoonah honors veterans with totem pole, future memorial...
    By Michael S. Lockett • July 28, 2021 2:30 am

    From the Alaska Territorial Guard to today’s servicemembers, the Southeast has a legacy of service.

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    A bear spray manufacturer issued a recall on a bear repellant product, shown here with identifying characteristics, that may not spray as intended. (Screenshot / SABRE)
    Company issues recall on bear spray canisters
    By Michael S. Lockett • July 21, 2021 2:30 am

    A mechanical malfunction may cause the spray not to work.

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    Then-Vice Adm. Linda Fagan, recently appointed as vice commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, speaks during Coast Guard District 17 Change of Command ceremony on April 23, 2021. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)
    New Coast Guard vice commandant takes the reins
    By Michael S. Lockett • June 23, 2021 2:30 am

    Fagan became the first woman to hold the rank of admiral in the Coast Guard.

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    Rep. Don Young, R-Alaska, talks during an interview in the Empire's offices. During the conversation, Young discussed ongoing infrastructure bill negotiations, the Arctic's strategic importance to the U.S. and why he's seeking a 26th term in the U.S. House of Representatives. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)
    The Empire sits down with Rep Young
    By Michael S. Lockett • June 16, 2021 2:30 am

    We hit some of the wavetops of Young’s recent work.

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    U.S. Coast Guard photo
Rear Adm. Nathan A. Moore, commander, Coast Guard 17th District, shakes hands with a member at Air Station Sitka after presenting the crew with Air Medals on Friday. The aircrew received medals in recognition of the heroic actions and extraordinary measures taken to save the life of a lone fisherman adrift at sea Nov. 1, 2020.
    New D17 commander awards aircrew for November rescue
    By Michael S. Lockett • May 12, 2021 2:30 am

    Between near-zero visibility and a 70 mph headwind, conditions were far from ideal.

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    A phone screen displays a message warning of a potential spam call. Juneau Police Department warns residents to be aware of a scam involving someone claiming to be with Social Security Administration. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)
    Police warn of phone phishing scam
    By Michael S. Lockett • March 31, 2021 2:30 am

    Scammers are posing as members of the Social Security Administration.

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    Peter Segall / Juneau Empire file
UnCruise, operating small-deck vessels like the one seen above, will be one of very few companies that can continue to operate in Alaska this summer following a surprise announcement by the Canadian government banning cruise ships in its harbors until 2022.
    Alaska congressional delegation: Canadian cruise ban unacceptable
    By Michael S. Lockett • February 10, 2021 2:30 am

    While small-deck cruises are still viable, their support for their heftier colleagues is ardent.

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    Rep. Jennifer Johnston, R-Anchorage, gets her temperature taken as she enters the Alaska State Capitol on Monday, May 18, 2020. New policies will require all staff and legislators to wear masks in chambers. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire File)
    Legislative Council sets mask policy for upcoming session
    By Michael S. Lockett • December 30, 2020 2:30 am

    Only one representative out of twelve legislators voted against the mask policy.

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    (Courtesy photo / Alaska Department of Corrections)
    State reports 5th inmate COVID-19 death
    By Michael S. Lockett • December 30, 2020 2:30 am

    The department did not identify the man.

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    Organizations are withdrawing searchers from landslide-stricken Haines after the Alaska State Troopers called off active search and rescue operations due to hazardous conditions with the terrain and bad weather conditions in the search area. (U.S. Coast Guard photo / Lt. Erick Oredson)
    State calls off active search and rescue operations...
    By Michael S. Lockett • December 9, 2020 2:30 am

    Many organizations are withdrawing their searchers but continuing their support of recovery work.

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    Lemon Creek Correctional Center has sailed on without a case of coronavirus since a mid-April outbreak that infected 11 staff. (Michael S. Lockett | Juneau Empire)
    Prison superintendent talks staying safe as pandemic continues
    By Michael S. Lockett • August 19, 2020 6:30 am

    After a mid-spring outbreak, LCCC hasn’t had any confirmed cases.

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