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2017 Election Hub: Who’s running for Sitka Assembly and School Board?

The municipal election is Tuesday, October 3rd. While this year sees a limited number of races,...

Herwald: KCAW’s interim GM has ‘Raven Radio in my DNA’

Lily Herwald has taken over the reins of Raven Radio as interim general manager, effective September 1. Herwald first began working at KCAW in 1985, and rose through several jobs to become station manager in 1996.

Candidate statement: Kitty Sopow

"As Sitka changes, so too will the criteria for our policy makers. I see Sitka as a community that has the capacity to offer many opportunities for young, single adults and the next generation of families."

Greater Sitka Legacy Fund seeks grant applicants

Connie Sipe, board member of the Greater Sitka Legacy Fund, opportunities for grant funding the organization will distribute this year.

Candidate statement: Jaime Ackley

"The people are who, make Sitka what it is and we cannot continue to run our town as if we are Juneau or Anchorage. Exploring alternative ways in keeping our people here is what is needed."

‘Healthy Lifestyles’ sessions focus on diabetes, disease prevention

SEARHC health educator Helenna van Veen discusses upcoming "Healthy Lifestyles" sessions, beginning Oct 10- Jan 24.

Two Sitkans facing felony drug charges

A Sitka Grand Jury last week indicted 52-year-old Richard S. Lake and Richard S. Discher, 54, on two counts - each - of Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree.

Polling stations return to Harrigan Centennial Hall

Polling locations for precincts 1 and 2 are back at Harrigan Centennial Hall for next week's municipal election.

Candidate statement: Richard Wein

"To put it simply, I will fully engage in the Assembly process. I will try to improve how the Assembly conducts its business (in a good way) and how the Assembly presents information to the public (in a better way.)"

Candidate statement: Sheila Finkenbinder

"My intention will be to steer conversations in a positive direction that will lead to solutions for the economic, cultural, physical and social health of our residents."