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    "deck": "Diesel just crossed $6 a gallon in Anchorage, and the ripple effects are already showing up in your grocery bill.",
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    "body_md": "Diesel prices in Anchorage have crossed six dollars a gallon at some stations, and the increase is rippling through shipping costs across Alaska. Three major shipping companies, Alaska Marine Lines, Matson and Tote Maritime, raised their fuel surcharges this month, pushing up the cost of goods that arrive by barge.\n\nAlaska Marine Lines increased its surcharge from 11 percent to more than 18 percent. Matson raised its surcharge from about 20 percent to nearly 27 percent. Tote Maritime also raised its rate in late March. The increases affect the price of groceries, building materials and other goods shipped to communities including Anchorage, Bethel and Kodiak.\n\nAlaska Airlines also raised baggage fees this month, citing fuel costs. The increases come as inflation hit its highest point in nearly two years in March, driven primarily by energy costs. Alaska gas prices are running about 50 cents above the national average.",
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    "summary": "Diesel topped $6 a gallon at some Anchorage stations in April 2026. Alaska Marine Lines, Matson and Tote Maritime raised fuel surcharges, and Alaska Airlines raised baggage fees, as March inflation hit its highest point in nearly two years, driven by energy costs.",
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        "a": "Alaska Marine Lines, Matson and Tote Maritime all raised fuel surcharges in March and April, driving up the cost of goods delivered by barge to communities statewide.",
        "q": "Why did Alaska shipping costs go up recently?"
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        "a": "About $6 a gallon at some stations, running roughly 50 cents above the national average, which ripples through grocery and other costs.",
        "q": "How much is diesel in Anchorage now?"
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        "a": "All communities that depend on barge service are affected, including Anchorage, Bethel and Kodiak.",
        "q": "Which Alaska communities are hit by higher shipping costs?"
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        "a": "Alaska Airlines raised baggage fees this month, citing ongoing fuel price volatility.",
        "q": "Did airfares go up too?"
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