Local News

Sitka’s rescue team passes accreditation test

by Katherine Rose | Apr 16, 2018

After months of extra training, Sitka Mountain Rescue passed the remaining portions of their re-accreditation test this weekend. This means they are once again a fully accredited mountain rescue team and can continue their work.

At final budget meeting, Assembly adds $300,000 to schools

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | Apr 13, 2018

The Sitka Assembly has found a way to balance the budget, finding an additional $300,000 dollars for Sitka schools through a series of cuts and transfers. The surplus could save some teaching positions, but it will be up to the Sitka School Board to decide at their April 17th meeting.

Sitka Tribe to co-manage interpretation at Sitka National Historical Park

by Katherine Rose | Apr 12, 2018

Sitka Tribe of Alaska is partnering with the National Parks Service to manage most of the interpretation programs at Sitka National Historical Park.

Ft. Rousseau causeway access restricted for toxin removal

by Katherine Rose | Apr 11, 2018

This summer the Army Corps of Engineers will restrict visitors to the Ft. Rousseau causeway while work is underway to rid the soil of of residual toxins from the 1940s.

Sealaska dividends boosted by other corporations’ oil and zinc earnings

by Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska News | Apr 11, 2018

Sealaska says its businesses are making more money and helping boost shareholder dividends. But much of the payout comes from other corporations' resource earnings.

Station Highlights

Come and get your mug!

Apr 16, 2018

If you pledged at the $100 level during our Spring Pledge Drive, come to the station to get your mug. If you have not yet made a contribution, consider doing so now. We must raise just $6,000 more to meet our goal.

The Morning Interview

‘Jungle Book’ comes to life with aerial performance and puppetry

Apr 17, 2018

Sitka Cirque is performing the "The Jungle Book" this weekend, an aerial adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling classic. Director Frances Donohoe describes the multimedia, character-driven show.

Blatchley Middle School plans ‘Day of Caring’ to give back

Apr 13, 2018

Blatchley Middle School will be holding a Day of Caring on April 20, to give back to the community. Organizers will be discussing this community-wide volunteer project.

Registration open for summer camps at Sitka Sound Science Center

Apr 12, 2018

Registration is now open for week-long summer camps at the Sitka Sound Science Center.

Job Openings

KCAW accepting applications for GM position

Apr 14, 2018

Applications for KCAW's full time general manager being sought now, with initial screening May 27th. Click here to learn more. This is a full time, executive position at the station, reporting to a community-elected Board of Directors and supervising a staff of six and 100+ active volunteers.