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After a dip into ‘moderate,’ Sitka returns to ‘high’ covid alert

Sitka has returned to “high” covid alert, after public health officials reported another 4 cases on Monday.

Dahl’s classic ‘James and the Giant Peach’ (the musical!) opens at Odess Theater this weekend

Young Performers Theater presents Roald Dahl's 'James and the Giant Peach' 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday November 19 and 20, and 2 p.m. Sunday November 21 at the Odess Theater.

Sitka drops to ‘moderate’ COVID alert level

With only 4 cases in the last seven days, Sitka is now one of only two communities in Alaska to...

4-H members offer wild edibles at SCS ‘Wild Gratitude’ event this Sunday

4-H coordinator Emily Pound and 4-H'er Madeline share plans for this Sunday's "Wild Gratitude" event, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. outside the Beak cafe. Sitka Conservation Society staff will be on hand to discuss the organization's program and mission, and there will be wild food treats made by Madeline and other 4-H'ers.

‘Cruise Boom’ project explores what’s to come for Sitka tourism

What can Sitkans expect next year, with nearly half a million tourists visiting? Filmmakers Ellen Frankenstein and Atman Mehta are trying to answer that question.

November 8, 2021: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?

When the Sitka Assembly meets tonight, it will consider on final reading, whether to purchase a $3 million dollar trash compactor for Sitka’s transfer station, in an effort to reduce the risk of trash fires at sea. The purchase of the equipment could mean Sitkans will see an increase in solid waste rates.

Joel Hanson discusses recreation opportunities for people with disabilities through Southeast Alaska Independent Living

ORCA coordinator, Matt Millado and Program Director, Joel Hanson join KCAW's Erin Fulton to discuss SAIL's philosophy and the many employment, recreation, and community programs they offer.

Filmmaker Paul North brings ‘Winter in Antarctica’ to Sitka

Filmmaker Paul North is a presenter for the 2021 Whalefest. His film "Winter in Antarctica" was screened last Friday. North joined KCAW's Erin Fulton on the morning interview to discuss his work in underwater photography, and his podcast "Meet the Ocean."

Open enrollment deadline extended to January 15

Patient Health Benefits Supervisor at SEARHC, Susan Briles joins KCAW's Meredith Redick with information on open enrollment in the health insurance marketplac

Homeless Connect is support for people who have no other safety net

Project Homeless Connect will be held 11 am - 2 pm Wednesday November 10 in the Crescent Harbor Shelter. The event is sponsored by Sitka Outreach and Support:Lifeline Group. SOS Is asking for donations of socks, warm clothing, tarps, sleeping bags, batteries, and headlamps. Drop off locations for donations are University of Alaska Southeast, St. Peter’s See House, and the United Methodist Church, 303 Kimsham Street. Julia Smith shares more details.