Alaskans say ferry system worth every penny

Students protest cuts in the marine highway system budget at the Kake ferry terminal last March. (Photo courtesy Adam Davis/Sustainable Southeast Partnership)
Coastal Alaskans told state officials why the ferry system needs to be maintained during a meeting Oct. 23 in Sitka.
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Soldotna State Sen. Peter Micciche hosted what was called a legislative listening session. He’s chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee.
The context was deep service cuts slated for next sum