Whittier is embracing 100's of sailors in the tiny town ahead of the commissioning of the U.S.S. Ted Stevens

Published: Oct. 1, 2026 at 4:34 PM AKDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Bri Olzenak, one of the owners of the Prince William Sound Salt Company, said they donated locally produced salt to put into 400 goodie bags that went to each crew member. In addition, they created a special salt blend for the ship’s captain.