Sitka named Alaska’s first “walk-friendly” community
Sitka has been named one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in America.
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Sitka has been named one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in America.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, November 6th we held our second annual on-air membership meeting from 6:30-8:00 pm. By broadcasting the meeting we can reach more members in Sitka, throughout Southeast Alaska and the world. We covered a lot of great things we'd like you to know about. In case you missed it, you can look at the outline of the meeting's topics here... Raven Radio On-Air Annual Meeting Outline 2013 ...or you can listen to the meeting itself here!
Read MoreTribal Council candidate profile: Stephanie Edenshaw looks to improve drug & alcohol treatment services. Sitka School board adopts new English Language Arts curriculum, also known as "Common Core." UA Board of Regents expected to increase tuition. Juneau's Shrine of St. Therese celebrates 75 years.
Read MoreMt. Edgecumbe High School Wrestling coach Mike Kimber says it takes a while, but his team eventually comes together as a family. This year, 20 of his 60 athletes are girls. He's hoping to establish a girls' season in the future. With KCAW's Brian Hanson.
Read MoreThe Sitka School Board on Monday night adopted a new English Language Arts curriculum for the district, beginning next school year. The so-called ELA is designed to prepare students to meet new standards developed by the state Department of Education. Alaska’s standards are closely aligned with national standards adopted by 45 other states, and usually referred to as “Common Core.”
Read MoreTribal Council candidate profile: Lawrence "Woody" Widmark, a legacy of service. Sitka wins Alaska's first "Walk-Friendly Community" designation. Scholars and culture-bearers gather for clan conference in Juneau.
Read MoreLawrence “Woody” Widmark is one of six candidates for Sitka Tribe of Alaska Tribal Council. He is running for re-election and has a long history serving on the Tribal Council, but he says it was never really his choice.
Read MoreEvery scientist has a story about how he or she became interested in science. Maybe it was a teacher in grade school, or a visiting scientist, who first talked about the pursuit of knowledge as a way of life. This year’s Sitka WhaleFest opened with several short films about scientists that also try to make science accessible.
Read MoreLouise Brady is one of six candidates for Sitka Tribe of Alaska Tribal Council. She hasn't yet served on the Tribal Council, but she and her family have been working on behalf of tribal citizens for centuries.
Read MoreTribal candidate profile: Louise Brady is following in her family's footsteps. Sawmill Cove surveys boat owners for ideas for marine service industry. Ancient tree found embedded in volcanic debris at foot of Mt. Edgecumbe.
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