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Wood bison: A group of 28 wood bison from Canada that were transported to Alaska’s western Interior in July are released into the wild.
Juneau waterfront: Cruise company gifts $20 million land parcel to Alaska Native Corporation to develop.
Chena River fans: Boaters and recreationists can return to the Chena River Recreation Area after clean-up effort.
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Front license plates: New law says Alaska drivers no longer need to display front license plates.
Child vaccination rates: Child vaccinations in Alaska drop sharply.
Invasive crab: Green crab found in Alaska for first time, threatening native species and habitats.
– Sarah Erkmann Ward, Blueprint Alaska