Weekend workshop to train aspiring trail masters
A free Trail Master Summit workshop will be offered in Sitka, teaching the science and techniques of sustainable trails.
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Author: KCAW News
Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jacks, summer is here and Sentinel Sports is back!
The Sitka High School track team dominated at regionals last weekend, and both the baseball and softball teams are fighting for a chance at state in regional tournaments this weekend. Sitka Sentinel sports editor Garland Kennedy joined KCAW's Katherine Rose (pinch hitting for News Director Robert Woolsey) to talk all things summer sports. Listen here:
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Assembly approves city budget for next fiscal year
Next city year’s budget now has a seal of approval from the Sitka Assembly, with a $17,000 surplus.
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Music festival will keep classical fans “Bizet” this June
The Sitka Music Festival is gearing up for performances starting May 31 and continuing through the month of June. Sitka Music Festival Executive Director Alexander Serio joined KCAW's Brooke Schafer to discuss this summer's line-up.
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From brunch cruises to storytelling, an eventful month planned for Sitka Pride
Last year, Pride Month in Sitka was celebrated with the community's first ever Pride parade. This year, that tradition will continue, accompanied by a brunch cruise, drag shows, and storytelling and youth-focused events happening throughout the month. Sitka Pride Month volunteer and coordinator Michael Mausbach joined KCAW's Brooke Schafer to discuss plans for the month ahead. Listen here:
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Forest Service hosts workshops, listening sessions on future projects
Southeast Alaska Sustainability Strategy Forestry Management workshops and listening sessions are coming to Sitka May 19 & 20. Ashley Bolwerk and Cody Mosley are with the US Forest Service, Sitka Ranger District. They joined KCAW's Brooke Schafer for the morning interview to discuss the event. Listen here:
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Got bears? Defenders of Wildlife’s ‘Coexistence’ program will reimburse Sitkans for electric fences
Defenders of Wildlife are offering up to $500 to reimburse Alaskans interested in purchasing an electric fence to secure their garbage, chicken coops, or other qualifying bear attractants.
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Julie Hughes Triathlon returns for 38th year this weekend
The Julie Hughes Triathlon is this Saturday, May 20, in Sitka. Race organizers Kevin Knox and Dean Orbison joined KCAW's Brooke Schafer to discuss the event. Listen here:
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SAIL to set sail with sunset cruise fundraiser
Southeast Alaska Independent Living will be offering an Allen Marine fundraiser cruise. SE Program Director Joel Hanson joined KCAW's Meredith Redick to discuss the event.
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May 9, 2023: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?
Last month, Sitka’s planning commission denied Youth Advocates of Sitka a permit to build a facility for teens experiencing homelessness and trafficking. Tonight, (5-9-23) the local nonprofit will appeal that decision before the Sitka Assembly.
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