State officials continue to prepare for the arrival of coronavirus cases. Plus: new research studies how women participate differently in Alaska's fisheries. And, a pilot program that increased lunch and recess time at several Anchorage elementary schools could have national implications.

Kindergarten and 1st grade students at Kasuun Elementary in Anchorage head outside for recess on March 2, 2020. This year students have an extra 10 minutes to play outside as part of the district’s wellness initiative. (Mayowa Aina/Alaska Public Media)

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State officials continue to prepare for the arrival of coronavirus cases. Plus: new research studies how women participate differently in Alaska’s fisheries. And, a pilot program that increased lunch and recess time at several Anchorage elementary schools could have national implications.

Reports tonight from:

Andrew Kitchenman and Rashah McChesney in JuneauEric Stone in KetchikanWesley Early in KotzebueGreg Kim in BethelTegan Hanlon in Anchorage

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