Second state trooper expected on job by fall

Alaska State Troopers began advertising a Haines state trooper vacancy May 8, meaning Haines should see a second trooper by late summer or early fall.

Haines wildlife trooper Ken VanSpronsen has worked the traditionally two-man post solo since he arrived in June. VanSpronsen said the arrival of a “blue shirt” will allow him to do his prescribed job as a “brown shirt” more effectively and will result in better service for residents living outside borough…