Scott Rhode
Editorial
Scott Rhode
Editor and Staff Writer
Monthly deadlines are a change for Scott, coming from the hourly grind of News Radio 650 KENI, where listeners heard his voice from 1996 until 2020. As Editor and Staff Writer, he polishes articles submitted by freelancers, compiles the Right Moves and Inside Alaska Business features for print, and helps take pressure off the managing editor. His broadcasting experience might even come in handy if or when Alaska Business expands into podcasting or video (watch this space for updates). Originally from South Dakota, Scott grew up in Eagle River and earned a Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree from UAA. He can sometimes be seen on stage in community theater productions.
In This Issue
Transportation + Southeast
June 2025
Alaskans are familiar with the opportunities made available through transportation, from visiting a secluded fishing spot or meeting with a healthcare professional to shipping in goods to stock a shelf. Our June Transportation special section highlights a range of transportation topics, from updates to the Marine Highway to the new Metropolitan Planning Organization in the Mat-Su to our cover story profiling Kenai Aviation, which has seen incredible growth in recent years. With the added focus in this issue on Southeast, Alaska’s reliance on predictable and safe transportation options becomes abundantly clear. Enjoy!