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Tree dates eruption that spewed ash across Southeast

We recently told you the story of an ancient, charcoal tree found beneath a pile of ash near Sitka. Tests show it's more than 13,000 years old.

Skipper honored for role in Icy Strait rescue

The US Coast Guard awarded one of its highest civilian honors to a Sitka fisherman whose quick thinking likely saved the life of a fellow mariner last summer. John Hagen was presented with the Public Service Commendation in a ceremony at Air Station Sitka Thursday morning (11-7-13), as the station’s pilots and officers stood by in full dress uniform.

Food summit satisfies hunger for data

Lisa Sadleir-Hart, with the Sitka Food Summit, discusses plans to release the results of Sitka's Food Assessment 6-9 PM Thu Nov 14 at Harrigan Centennial Hall. Sadleir-Hart says Sitka has taken a leading role in determining food policy. Learn more about the Sitka Local Foods Network online.

Thu Nov 7, 2013

Tribal Council candidate profile: Ben Myasato hopes to improve Tribal finances. ADF&G forecasts 22-million pink harvest in '14. Audio postcard: Art meets science at Sitka's WhaleFest.

Miyasato hopes to focus on tribal finances

Ben Miyasato is one of six candidates for Sitka Tribe of Alaska Tribal Council. He just finished a two-year term as Tribal Vice Chairman and is running for reelection. Miyasato wants the council to focus on tribal finances, and take into account the possibility of another government shutdown.

Postcard: Art meets science at Sitka’s Whalefest

Over it’s 17-year run, Sitka’s WhaleFest has evolved from a tourist event into a research and cultural conference on a wide range of Arctic and marine mammals issues. There is also a large educational component, as visiting scientists spend considerable time in local classrooms. Blatchley Middle School student reporters Ella Lubin, Lilly Hood, and Kaia Gleason sent this audio postcard

Edenshaw hopes to tackle health issues

Stephanie Edenshaw is one of six candidates for Sitka Tribe of Alaska Tribal Council. She previously served two years on the council, and she'd like to see the Tribe focus on issues of drug and alcohol abuse, improve communication with SEARHC, and put its financial house in order.

2013 Annual On Air Membership Meeting

On Wednesday, November 6th we held our second annual on-air membership meeting from 6:30-8:00 pm. By broadcasting the meeting we can reach more members in Sitka, throughout Southeast Alaska and the world. We covered a lot of great things we'd like you to know about. In case you missed it, you can look at the outline of the meeting's topics here... Raven Radio On-Air Annual Meeting Outline 2013 ...or you can listen to the meeting itself here!

Wed Nov 6, 2013

Tribal Council candidate profile: Stephanie Edenshaw looks to improve drug & alcohol treatment services. Sitka School board adopts new English Language Arts curriculum, also known as "Common Core." UA Board of Regents expected to increase tuition. Juneau's Shrine of St. Therese celebrates 75 years.

MEHS Wrestling builds family

Mt. Edgecumbe High School Wrestling coach Mike Kimber says it takes a while, but his team eventually comes together as a family. This year, 20 of his 60 athletes are girls. He's hoping to establish a girls' season in the future. With KCAW's Brian Hanson.