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Renewable energy camp returns to Sitka this summer

The Renewable Energy Alaska Project (REAP) and Sitka's Parks and Recreation Division are hosting a renewable energy camp in Sitka this summer.

No injuries or damaged homes reported after fire consumes workshed

A workshed went up in a blaze at Venettis Trailer Court on Saturday afternoon (7-12-25) setting off some fireworks stored inside, but no nearby homes were damaged in the fire.

Sitka Farmers Market set to make season debut on Saturday

The Sitka Farmers Market will take place this Saturday at the ANB Founders Hall, 235 Katlian Street, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and continue every other week through September.

Sitkans invited to view core samples of Swan Lake this weekend

Geologists studying glacial history and climate changes in the region will be taking samples of Swan Lake this weekend.

Cirque, wrestling club to host Cuban salsa dance fundraiser

This Saturday, Sitkans can learn the art of Cuban salsa dance then show off their steps at a fundraiser for Sitka Cirque and the Baranof Bruins Wrestling Club.

July 8, 2025: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?

Should restrictions be lifted on Sitka’s Community Hospital fund to pay for upgrades to Sitka’s athletic facilities? When the assembly meets tonight (7-8-25) it will consider whether to put that question out to voters in the municipal election this fall.

Brave Heart Volunteers’ annual fundraiser features 450 bowls from Sitka artists

The organization’s annual fundraiser will be held on Saturday, July 5, at Centennial Hall, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community members can pick a bowl or several to purchase, which are then filled with free soup and bread. Donations support Brave Heart's operations.

Sitka Maritime Heritage Society to host WWII history and wildlife cruise

The Sitka Maritime Heritage Society’s Keith Nyitray and Rebecca Poulson joined KCAW on the Morning Interview to discuss the society’s annual history and wildlife cruise.

Super Piano Brothers: Not your father’s piano concert

When Oscar Yao and Wesley Chu weren't studying classical piano, they were making fun music with film scores and video games, jazz, and rock. They discovered that audiences loved the variety.

June 24, 2025: What’s on the Sitka Assembly’s agenda tonight?

The Sitka Assembly will consider a measure to reorganize city hall, when it meets in regular session tonight. It will also look at a proposed amendment to the city charter that would allow any excess money in the Sitka Community Hospital Dedicated fund to be used to pay bond debt on a proposed new athletic complex.