Local News

A first, Gov. Dunleavy attends Sitka Trooper graduation

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Nov 15, 2019

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy on Friday (11-15-19) attended graduation ceremonies of the Alaska Law Enforcement Training Academy in Sitka. It was the first time any state governor in recent memory had attended the academy’s graduation ceremonies.

Sitkans demonstrate at USFS office in support of Roadless

by Ari Snider | Nov 15, 2019

Sitka residents staged a small demonstration outside the US Forest Service offices Friday afternoon to raise awareness about proposed changes to the Roadless Rule, and to encourage public comment.

At USFS hearing, Sitkans make a unanimous case for a roadless Tongass

by Ari Snider | Nov 14, 2019

Sitkans expressed strong support for keeping existing protections in place. But some are starting to lose faith in the public comment process.

Sitka assembly agrees to sale of derelict mill dock

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Nov 14, 2019

In a deal nearly a year in the making, the City of Sitka has sold a derelict dock at its industrial park. And although property has changed hands, no money has.

Station Highlights

Thanks for a great Stardust Ball!

Nov 7, 2019

Thank you to all our volunteers, lip syncers, and costumer contestants for your time, energy, and...

Featured Programs

Encountering the life and work of Richard Nelson

Nov 15, 2019

In celebration of the life and work of Richard "Nels" Nelson, KCAW has encore broadcasts of "Encounters" through the end of 2019, and is providing a space to share fond memories.

The Morning Interview

Kennedy on SHS vs. MEHS volleyball: ‘The best sports I’ve seen’

Nov 19, 2019

Daily Sitka Sentinel Sports editor Garland Kennedy covers the regional and state volleyball tournaments; regional and state swim meets; and previews this weekend's wrestling action.

Soup, bowls, and chair-ity with Brave Heart Volunteers

Nov 18, 2019

Brave Heart Volunteers invites the community to a fundraiser Thursday, November 21st featuring soup, bowls, and chairs -- all homemade.

Where No Radio Theater Has Gone Before…

Nov 14, 2019

Shannon Haugland is the producer of this week's Radio Adventure Hour - In Space (7 p.m. Friday, November 15, in the Sitka Performing Arts Center). Jeanne Stolberg is the lead sound-effects performer for the slate of all-original shows. The production is a presentation of the Sitka Community Theater and the Greater Sitka Arts Council.

Bring your best British accent to auditions for ‘Penzance’

Nov 14, 2019

Auditions have been scheduled November 20-23 for the Young Performers Theater production of The Pirates of Penzance. YPT directors Zeke Blackwell and Rhiannon Guevin say all kids -- even those new to theater -- are welcome to try out for the classic Gilbert & Sullivan operetta.