KCAW Staff, Author at KCAW

Author: Ari Snider

Cruise boom brings more business to Sitka but strains some local attractions

2019 was a big year for cruise ship tourism in Sitka. Some welcome the extra business, but the large crowds created challenges for some local attractions.

Tlingit potatoes continue to thrive thanks to Sitka Tribe, Forest Service

About twenty volunteers and high school students showed up to lend a hand. (KCAW/Snider) For the...

KCAW Pledge Week Portrait Giveaway

We have a winner! Congratulations to Krisanne Rice. Local artist, Stephen Lawrie, will donate a...

Voters in coastal communities fill municipal seats, weigh in on ballot propositions

Voters in Kake, Tenakee Springs, Pelican, Angoon, Port Alexander, and Hoonah went to the polls last night to vote on a variety of positions and ballot questions.

Records fall during Cross Country Regionals in Sitka

Girls and boys set course records at the regional

Two hikers and two dogs rescued from Cross Mountain Trail Sunday

Two hikers and two dogs were safely rescued from the Cross Mountain Trail Sunday evening after one of the hikers suffered a broken ankle.

Translatorpalooza 2019: KCAW’s Translator Assessment

A technical assessment of KCAW’s translator equipment. Report by General Manager Becky...

Candidate: Aaron Bean

Aaron Bean is one of 5 candidates running for a seat on the Sitka Assembly. Sitka's municipal election is Tuesday, October 1.

Candidate Statement: Cass Pook for Sitka School Board

Cass Pook is one of two candidates running for a seat on the Sitka School Board. The municipal election is Tuesday, October 1.

Cass Pook Age: 57 How many years have you lived in Sitka and in Alaska? 45 Occupation: Health Educator Current community involvement: Prevention services with youth Previous government or other relevant experience: AASB Why...