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Now unsanctioned events are replacing them. Organizers around the state are planning parades, fireworks — even a sing-along — as coronavirus outbreaks spread. Zaz Hollander ➡ Related: As Fourth of July looms, governor urges Alaskans to mask up and keep their distance State records another daily high with 50 more Alaskan and nonresident COVID-19 cases Anchorage and Mat-Su saw the largest influx of new cases reported Thursday as active cases across the state continue to rise. Morgan Krakow Seward requires face coverings, bans large gatherings and limits camping amid outbreak The city adopted temporary emergency regulations that also limit capacity inside restaurants, bars, stores and churches. Zaz Hollander Thousands of Alaskans returned to work in May, but jobless claims remained ‘staggering’ Alaska's valuable oil and gas industry could be in for a longer recovery than other sectors, a state report said. Alex DeMarban Anchorage will give out 16,500 masks to help community comply with order Aubrey Wieber Virus cases tied to Anchorage bars prompt calls for businesses to step up precautions The head of Alaska CHARR says while the suggested guidelines aren't ideal, they could help businesses avoid another shutdown. Aubrey Wieber Reported coronavirus cases are rising in 40 of 50 US states Thirty-six states are seeing a rise in the percentage of tests coming back positive. Jake Coyle, Terry Spencer , Associated Press ➡ Related: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott requires masks statewide to fight COVID-19, limits size of gatherings Redskins undergoing ‘thorough review’ of team name The team said recent events around the U.S. and feedback from the community prompted the formal review. Associated Press 1 hour ago Annual cost of operating new Anchorage homeless and treatment programs estimated at $7 million Paula Dobbyn Alaska’s top Republican says election-reform ballot measure would make political parties ‘extinct’ James Brooks 1 hour ago Some anticipate boom in personal fireworks use after event cancellations Officials hope Alaskans watch wildfire risk as more people are expected to hold their own fireworks displays, even in communities where personal fireworks use is illegal. Tess Williams Tracking COVID-19 in Alaska Anchorage galleries cautiously return to in-person First Friday events More galleries are opening for First Friday shows this month with options for viewing in person, through gallery windows or from your screen. Danielle DuClos 15 minutes ago An opportunity to listen as our ‘Unheard’ project becomes a museum installation An outdoor installation at the Anchorage Museum features 27 sexual violence survivors who chose to tell their stories publicly. "Without the stories, there is silence," the museum director says. Michelle Theriault Boots , Adriana Gallardo, ProPublica Unheard ADN and ProPublica spent months listening to dozens of sexual assault survivors describe how they processed trauma. ➡ Related: Here’s what experts say to do if you experience sexual assault in Alaska Going virtual didn’t hurt the cause for the Alaska Run for Women Beth Bragg ➡ Related: AWAIC shelter is the big winner of the 2020 Alaska Ski for Women Salmon fishing in Alaska off to a slow start statewide Elizabeth Earl , Alaska Journal of Commerce They might be pretty flowers, but these weeds should have no place in your Alaska yard or garden Jeff Lowenfels | Alaska gardening Opinions Wanted: ADN Editorial Community Advisory Board members Anchorage Daily News | Opinion Want positive change for Alaska? Stand and be counted. Gabe Layman, Sonya Hunte and the members of the Anchorage Complete Count Commission | Opinion Ballot Measure 1 threatens the PFD. We’re voting no. Shelley Hughes, Mia Costello, Mike Prax | Opinion Letter: Masks work Mark Lovegreen | Opinion Five myths about free speech Suzanne Nossel | Opinion 3 hours ago Public process needed on Cook statue Dan Sullivan, George Wuerch, Rick Mystrom, Tom Fink | Opinion Have a news tip? Let us know here. More Stories Influx of virus cases pushes Anchorage’s contact tracing capacity to its limit The city is working to temporarily hire people to help with contact tracing efforts as new cases increasingly involve people with dozens of contacts, instead of just a few. Morgan Krakow Western Alaska village complains of stigma following COVID tests Napaskiak's tribal administrator said village residents have been turned away from businesses in Bethel, even though they are adhering to proper protocols, KYUK reported. Associated Press 2 hours ago Gov. Dunleavy picks chief assistant attorney general for Alaska Supreme Court Dario Borghesan replaces Craig Stowers, who retired June 1. James Brooks Federal judge mulls challenge to Hawaii’s traveler quarantine A group of Hawaii, California and Nevada residents filed a lawsuit saying Hawaii’s emergency order is unfair and unnecessary. Jennifer Sinco Kelleher , Associated Press July Fourth parades and celebrations canceled across Alaska With Alaska's virus case count rising, most communities have canceled their celebrations. Some events will take place virtually, but a few in-person events are still going forward. Danielle DuClos Gov. Inslee will require Washington businesses to turn away customers without coronavirus facial coverings Thursday's announcement came as Washington reported 716 new coronavirus cases -- the state's highest daily total since the beginning of the pandemic -- including three more deaths. Joseph O'Sullivan, The Seattle Times Hilcorp takes over BP’s North Slope oil production as $5.6 billion deal advances Hilcorp Energy replaces BP as the operator of the Prudhoe Bay oil field. 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