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Social Security 101 with financial expert Cyndy Gibson

Financial expert Cyndy Gibson discusses changes to Social Security in the “Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015.” Downloadable audio.

City finds source of power outages

Did you experience a power blip this week? The City Electric Department says a damaged high-voltage connection point was likely the cause.

Garbage rates to rise 21%

At its regular meeting this week (01-12-16), the Assembly passed an ordinance to raise Sitka's garbage rates, appointed over a dozen Sitkans to committees, and learned about the Planning Commission's process for revamping the Sitka Comprehensive Plan.

Recital raises funds for fine arts camp students

Vocalist Rhiannon Guevin and trombonist Roger Schmidt discuss their upcoming recital with trumpeter Sarah Martinsen to raise money for Sitka Fine Arts Camp. Downloadable audio.

Sitka to request 200 ft. buffer around pot business

Tuesday night (01-12-16), the Sitka Assembly decided to contest the state’s proposed setback distance for pot business. With a vote of 5-2, Sitka joins Petersburg in penning a letter to the State Department of Law, requesting the setback be reduced from 500 feet to 200 feet, at minimum.

Under new schedule, summer ferry service to Sitka expands

The Alaska Marine Highway System released its summer 2016 ferry schedule today (01-12-16), and as expected, it includes trimmed-down service. But service to Sitka is far more robust than originally proposed.

Community-supported fishery wins grant

Sitka’s community supported fishery - called Alaskans Own - has received a $4500 grant to expand operations. With this money, the CSF hopes to sell more Alaskan fish to more Alaskan customers.

Basketball benefit for MEHS

Sitka High Activities director Lindsey Jorgensen and Mt. Edgecumbe Activities Director Andrew Friske talk about an upcoming adult basketball tournament that benefits the boarding school. Downloadable audio.