Hope McKenney, Author at KCAW

Author: Hope McKenney

4-H pilot project immerses Sitka youth in the world of ocean science

Youth in Sitka spent five months testing the water as part of an ocean acidification education program called 4-H pH.

‘We bring people together to be inspired’: cellists wrap up international seminar at Sitka brewery

The Sitka International Cello Seminar culminated in a pop-up cello presentation Sunday evening at Harbor Mountain Brewing Company. The event was a fresh take on a classical music performance, reflecting a cornerstone of the festival’s philosophy: like pizza, classical music is meant to be shared.

Sitka’s Chamber of Commerce to continue running visitor services despite not bidding for the contract

The Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce will continue to operate Visit Sitka through the end of the calendar year while the city searches for a permanent replacement. Despite requesting proposals months ago, the city has not yet secured a long-term operator for its visitor services program.

‘We have cabins, we have trails, we have playgrounds’: Sitka Assembly grapples with rec initiative

Sitka’s athletic facilities could get a major upgrade if a proposal the Sitka Assembly is considering gains traction. Sponsors of the initiative to build a sports and recreation complex have identified funding that could support its construction, but freeing up the money will require a vote of the people.