Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom gave the keynote address during graduation ceremonies for the 34 recruits of the Alaska Law Enforcement Training Academy (ALET2024-2) in Sitka on November 15.
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Barb Bingham and Joel Hanson with the Sitka Community Garden joined KCAW to discuss the Seed Money Challenge Grant, and their progress toward leasing city property on Jarvis Street for a community garden.
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Sitka's annual fall art walk is this Saturday, November 16 from 5-7 p.m.
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This winter, the Alaska Native Brotherhood and Alaska Native Sisterhood in Sitka will host a new monthly indoor flea market.
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"Overall I see alcoholism and other drugs have impacted Sitka’s service delivery programs for healthcare in the following ways: 1. mental health, 2. suicide, 3. family dysfunction and separation. As Tribal citizens we need to bridge this gap between healthcare and culture." -- Sonya Smith
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The New Archangel Dancers is the second-longest running all-women's Russian Folk Dancing group, and one of Sitka's most popular tourist venues. Recruitment is now open for new dancers, 7-9 p.m. on November 18 and 24, at their studio on Smith Street. No experience is necessary, but must be 18 years and older.
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SCS is holding its annual Wild Foods Potluck this 5 p.m. Sunday, November 10, at Harrigan Centennial Hall. Food is one of the closest humans have to the natural environment. In addition, the Society will hold its annual meeting, and present on some of its work. The event is open to the public.
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A new housing project to support Sitka’s homeless population is slowly becoming a reality – despite a pivot to a slightly different housing model than originally envisioned.
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The Salty Spoke is forming partnerships across the community to increase access to cycling, to increase safety, and to educate both riders and drivers. The Salty Spoke offers monthly group rides (the next is 3 p.m. November 17), and practical assistance with bike maintenance. There's also a complete bike maintenance shop for members.
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If your first-choice candidate doesn’t win, your vote will still count if you pick a second and third choice. In my book, having more than one choice is a good thing.
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