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At 81, STA’s elder of the year is busy as ever

This year (2014), the Sitka Tribe of Alaska named Herman Davis the “Tribal Elder of the Year.” At 81, Davis blend of humor and humility has earned the respect of many.

One fishing vessel safe, another aground in weekend mishaps

A troller is safely moored in Sitka after receiving assistance from a good Samaritan vessel and the Coast Guard over the weekend. Another boat’s future is uncertain, as it remains grounded on a rocky beach in Peril Strait.

Sitka hospital aims to become regional health care hub

Sitka’s new hospital CEO is thinking big -- really big. In remarks to the Sitka Chamber of Commerce last week, Jeff Comer said he’s developing a strategy to expand Sitka Community Hospital into a regional health care provider.

Nat’l Honor Society: More than a line on a resume

Sitka High seniors Kaya Duguay and Evan McArthur and faculty advisor Rob Parsons discuss the role of the National Honor Society in community service.

Bad Decisions Turned Good: Listen Here!

This week Raven Radio aired the Greater Sitka Arts Council and Art Change's live storytelling event recorded on September 20th, 2014. Folks gathered at the Yaw Chapel to share stories of "Bad Decisions Turned Good". If you missed the live performance, or the broadcast, you can hear the show right here!

Animal Tracks: Humpback Whales

Animal Tracks is a two-minute exploration of the animals that call Sitka home.

Bookbinding, storytelling meet for students in Story Lab

Jimmy Riordan is an interdisciplinary artist from Anchorage. He'll be in Sitka working with the Island Institute on Story Lab, a writing/bookbinding program for students 7-19 years old. For complete information about Story Lab, visit the Island Institute online.