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Trash fire contained at Coast Guard Air Station Sitka
Sitka Fire Department was notified early Wednesday morning that the sprinkler system had activated in the U.S. Coast Guard base's kitchen.
Summer ferry schedule similar to recent years, reflects funding problem
The schedule looks a lot like recent years, with six of the state’s nine vessels sailing. There is not enough funding or staffing to run them all, according to the state Department of Transportation.
‘A way of life’: Southeast residents weigh in on federal subsistence review
The deadline to comment on the U.S. Interior Department’s review of federal subsistence management has been extended to the end of March. Hundreds of Alaskans have submitted comments so far on the proposed changes, and the City of Sitka and residents of rural communities throughout Southeast Alaska are no exception.
Lawmakers press superintendent, education commissioner over conditions at Mt. Edgecumbe High School
State lawmakers questioned Mt. Edgecumbe High School leadership about conditions at the Sitka school this week. So far, a quarter of the students have dropped out or changed schools this school year. The hearings follow months of concern about student welfare at the state-run boarding school that serves primarily Alaska Native students from rural communities around the state.
The Morning Interview
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Sitka High’s DDF team showcases events they’ll take to state competition
Christian Litten, Francis Myers and Angela Bahna joined KCAW on the Morning Interview to discuss an upcoming showcase this Sunday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Sitka Performing Arts Center, to highlight some of the events they'll be taking to this year's state competition in Anchorage.
Dual credit program brings exciting UAS courses to high schoolers
Mike Viera, Megan Reid, and Luke Gibes joins KCAW for the Morning Interview to discuss the dual credit program with Sitka high schools and UAS
BANFF Film Fest returns to Sitka
The local committee selected six films to showcase at the event, ranging from two minutes to 45 minutes.
Southeast News
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‘The Bridge to Nowhere could be replaced with the Tunnel to Somewhere’; Ketchikan borough weighs airport ferry alternatives
A deckhand aboard Ketchikan’s airport ferry watches as tugs maneuver the Inter-Island Ferry...
Ketchikan secures $6M for wastewater treatment facility upgrades
Ketchikan City Hall is seen in February 2024. (Jack Darrell/KRBD) The City of Ketchikan has...
Man found dead at Klawock gas station
A welcome sign in Klawock greets visitors on Feb. 28, 2025. (Michael Fanelli/KRBD) A Ketchikan man...
Alaska News
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Some Alaskans bike to work every day, even in winter. Here’s how you can, too.
The reasons for doing so – as well as the lessons and pieces of gear – are many. But how does...
3 injured in Richardson Highway pileup involving Army convoy
Troopers said they issued multiple citations to civilian and military drivers.
3 injured in Richardson Highway pileup involving Army convoy
Troopers said they issued multiple citations to civilian and military drivers.
NPR
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Alex Ferriera wins 10th gold medal for Team USA, matching America’s highest total in Winter Olympics
Freeskier Alex Ferreira clinches a tenth gold medal for the U.S. in these Games, tying the...
Trump calls SCOTUS tariffs decision ‘deeply disappointing’ and lays out path forward
President Trump claimed the justices opposing his position were acting because of partisanship,...
The U.S. men’s hockey team to face Slovakia for a spot in an Olympic gold medal match
After an overtime nailbiter in the quarterfinals, the Americans return to the ice Friday in Milan...
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