Daren Herman, grandson of Alaska flag designer Benny Benson, was in the state for the first time to accept an honorary degree on his late grandfather’s behalf. (Photo by Adelyn Baxter/KTOO ...

First lady Rose Dunleavy recognized six “outstanding” Alaskans for their volunteerism during a ceremonial luncheon at the Governor’s Residence in Juneau on Tuesday, a May 13 press release announced.

Herman descended the airport lobby escalator to a crowd cheering, singing the Alaska Flag Song, waving the iconic blue and gold starred banner, and performing traditional Unangax̂ dances. A special ...