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Slug slime and lichen-laced hair featured at exhibit about ‘everything’
High schoolers recently wrapped up a course about how to better notice the world around them. They showcased their final creations at an art exhibition in Sitka.
Sitkan indicted for possession of child sex abuse images
A grand jury in Sitka indicted a Sitka resident on five felony counts of possession of child sexual abuse images after a months long investigation. The man is one of seven people indicted in Sitka so far this summer.
‘There’s no funding for the weir right now’: Sitka Tribe of Alaska introduces AI monitoring at Redoubt
Sitka Tribe of Alaska has introduced artificial intelligence into its monitoring process at Redoubt.
Occupational therapists offer kid-led playtime for Sitka’s neurodiverse youth
Running around or playing pretend are integral parts of summer as a kid. But some children need a more supportive environment to play their own way. In July, occupational therapists offered tailored playtime for Sitka’s neurodivergent youth.
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Voter information for the 2026 election cycle
Raven Radio's Municipal Election Hub is coming soon! In the meantime, here's how to check your registration and a list of election dates.
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Upcoming book club will explore American History
Sitka Public Library and Outer Coast are hosting the second annual Big Ideas Book Club, which will explore American history, including the Early Republic, the 19th century, the Great Depression, and the 1960s, through weekly readings, viewings, and discussions.
Parks and Rec talks summer swimming, shares fall preview
Elle Campbell and Rachel Fox with the city's Parks and Recreation Division joined KCAW for the morning interview to discuss summer and upcoming fall activities.
Sitka Police to host ‘National Night Out’ on Saturday
The Sitka Police Department invites the community to Sitka Night Out on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the covered area and playground at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School.
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Hiker rescued near George Inlet outside Ketchikan
Coast Guard Station Ketchikan 45-foot response vessel conducting exercises in Nichols Passage...
Nonprofit works to enhance fish habitat on Prince of Wales
A newly replaced culvert on a U.S. Forest Service road near Coffman Cove. It’s one of about a...
Wrangell Creatives Awarded Arts Ambassadors
Two Wrangell creatives have been awarded Arts Ambassadors for the State of Alaska. Laura Davies, a...
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Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, August 6, 2026
A Republican running to be Alaska’s next governor makes his pitch, as he hopes to replace...
The Alaska Fellows Program | Outdoor Explorer
The Alaska Fellows Program matches young people with professional positions in Alaska, helping...
New downtown mural reflects Alaska Native heritage and hope for the future | State of Art
Juneau-based artist Crystal Worl recently completed work on “White Raven Dreams of a Salmon...
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Trump signs 2 immigration actions to curb ‘birth tourism,’ limit birthright citizenship
Additional details weren’t provided, but Trump said he thought his latest actions would be...
Iran aims to ban U.S. and Israeli ships from Strait of Hormuz and charge others a toll
Iran’s parliament is reviewing a plan to ban ships linked to the U.S., Israel and other...
Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment
Snails are slimy. But there’s more to that goo of theirs than meets the eye. It’s a...
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