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ANB and ANS to host monthly ‘Winter’s Bone’ flea market fundraiser

This winter, the Alaska Native Brotherhood and Alaska Native Sisterhood in Sitka will host a new monthly indoor flea market.

Tribal candidate statement: Sonya L. Smith

"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

New Archangel Dancers recruitment open, no experience necessary

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.

Wild Foods Potluck a chance to connect with the environment, and the community

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.

Sitka Homeless Coalition on track to open supportive housing in summer ’25

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.

More than just a bike shop, the Salty Spoke builds bike culture, strengthens community

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.

Commentary: A ‘No’ on Prop. 2 preserves voter options

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.

Serving 140 years, homicide defendant Jason Abbott denied conviction relief

The Alaska Court of Appeals has refused to give relief to a Sitka man convicted of multiple murders in 2008. Roger Teas – formerly known as Jason Abbott – will have to serve out his 140 year prison sentence.

WhaleFest is fun, but it’s really about the science

For many, Sitka's November WhaleFest is synonymous with a whale-watching cruise, Market & Cafe, and a Fun Run -- but Science has always the event's heart.

Taxi company’s suit against city set to go to trial in November

The Sitka Police Department is under scrutiny in the Sitka District Court again, this time over allegations that the Chief of Police retaliated against a local taxi company. In September, a Sitka Superior Court judge found that by creating new rules for taxis, the police chief violated the separation of powers. But the city argues that the court’s interpretation of municipal law is incorrect.