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Raven Rave: Jeff Budd

Jeff Budd loves "a whole bunch of things" about Raven Radio. Listen to his reasons, and then show your support by becoming a member here!

Ensnared doe recovering after wire loop removed

A deer found with a wire around its neck near Sitka has was safely released by wildlife authorities late last week. But another deer may be suffering from the same -- possibly malicious -- predicament. Phil Mooney, a biologist with the Alaska Department of Fish & Game, successfully darted and tranquilized the adult doe near the Indian River Road on Friday (9-12-14).

Despite embargo, salmon caviar grows on everyone — but us!

When Alaskans fish for salmon, most are hoping to bring home those gorgeous -- not to mention delicious -- red fillets for the barbecue, freezer, or canning jar. When the fish are cleaned, the long skeins of pink or red eggs often go overboard with everything else. Not so in the commercial fishing industry, where salmon eggs -- or roe -- have become big business. Russia’s embargo of American seafood has been a setback to Alaska’s caviar industry, but demand for the product is growing elsewhere.

Improving mealtime experience for dementia sufferers

Lois Denherder, occupational therapist, and Fr. Michael Boyle, speech therapist, discuss how to make dining more enjoyable and successful for patients suffering from dementia. They'll present at a free Brave Heart caregiver's support luncheon at noon Wednesday, September 17, in the Pioneers Home Manager's House.

Be the bedrock

Raven Radio exists thanks to volunteer efforts to create a community owned radio station more than 30 years ago. Today, while you might only know Raven Radio from this website, your contribution is still the bedrock of support for the next generation to stand on. The amount isn't important. Your help is. Thank you!

Aurora Saturday night?

The sun is excited, creating a solar storm peaking at earth on Saturday, September 13th. With Sitka's forecast for partly cloudy skies, we may see a great aurora borealis! Share the news and take a minute to support Raven Radio! Thank you!

Stardust is coming!

Raven Radio's Stardust Ball is Saturday, October 25th featuring Seattle dance band the Dusty 45s. Tickets are $35 and go on sale for "mug level" members of Raven Radio at 9am on Wednesday, October 15th at Raven Radio. All remaining tickets will go on sale at 10am on Thursday, October 16th at Old Harbor Books. Now is the time to renew or upgrade your membership and help support the station and events like this. Pledge now!

New school board member jumps in

Even though municipal elections are a few weeks away, the Sitka School Board seated its newest member Wednesday night (9-11-14). Sitka senior Kaya Duguay has already attended several board meetings and activities. She participated in an all-day goal-setting session with the full board last month. She also did not hesitate to contribute meaningfully to her first full meeting.

Fulton aims for ‘equal education for all’

Tim Fulton represents a kind of school board candidate who is becoming more common lately: He started six years ago on the board just as his daughter was poised to enter high school. Two terms later, his daughter long since graduated, Fulton wants to keep working on behalf of children.

Vislay: Helping the Coast Guard help you

Air Station Sitka's commanding officer Mark Vislay says the number one safety tool for anyone heading out onto the water is communication. "We can't find you if no one knows you're missing," he says. A pilot, Vislay describes flying in Southeast Alaska compared to some of his other assignments.