AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPlane Crash Tragedy: A charter Cessna 441 carrying eight people crashed near the Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site in Southwest Alaska, killing everyone aboard; the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers chartered the flight and two of its employees were among the dead, as investigators (including the NTSB and FAA) look at approach attempts, possible low visibility, and what went wrong. Criminal Justice: In Alaska courtrooms, Darold Greg Love was sentenced to 60 years in prison (with 17 years suspended) for sexual assault and abuse of a minor, while Robert Hawes was convicted in Palmer on multiple child sexual abuse counts and is set for sentencing in November. Local Community Spotlight: Diann Darnell stepped down after 17 years leading the Alaska International Senior Games, honored for building a volunteer-run sports event that qualifies athletes for the International Senior Games. Public Lands & Recreation: Willow residents and trail supporters are pushing back against a proposed no-cost land conveyance for an industrial park, warning it would permanently change recreation and access in the Mat-Su foothills. Energy Project Update: Ouzinkie’s solar effort is underway, with locals trained to maintain panels and a planned array sized to more than double the community’s peak demand.
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