KCAW Staff, Author at KCAW

Report: Change ferry structure

A new report suggests the Alaska Marine Highway System should break into two agencies to prepare for the future.

Community Thanksgiving, art reception round out Native American Heritage Month

STA chairman Mike Baines previews the final few events for Native American Heritage Month in Sitka.

Sitka celebrates subsistence at Wild Foods Potluck

Every November, the community gathers for the Wild Foods Potluck. Family and friends from near and far come together to share dishes made mostly with local ingredients

Pelican’s new mayor looks for a path forward

In Pelican, Alaska, residents have more to worry about than who’s in the White House -- they’re figuring out how to stay viable. Mayor Walt Weller discusses the economic prospects of northwest Chichagof Island.

Sitka opts for a floating dock at industrial park

Unable to afford a marine haul-out and travel lift, the board of the Gary Paxton Industrial Park has opted to spend $6.8 million on a large floating dock to accommodate freight and the fishing industry.

Park Service calls on artists for 150th Alaska Day anniversary

Sitka National Historical Park is preparing an exhibit "Alaska Native Perspectives on the Sale of Alaska to the United States," for 2017 and calling for artist proposals.

Ferry system plans more fare hikes

The Alaska Marine Highway System plans its next round of fare increases to start May 1. That’s when the new summer schedule begins.

Food, Community Garden selected as top health summit goals

Robin Sherman and Ben Timby developed the two goals chosen by the Sitka Health Summit to pursue this year: Consolidating local foods/food security organizations under one umbrella group, and creating a Community Garden.

Mt. Edgecumbe captures state volleyball title

Mt. Edgecumbe Girls’ Varsity Volleyball team has bumped, set, and spiked their way to victory again this year. The Lady Braves won the 3-A State Title on Saturday (11-12-16) for the second year in a row.

Sitkan re-indicted on child porn charges

A Sitka grand jury last week (11-10-16) indicted 41-year old William Roy Hammock for allegedly possessing at least 10 images of underage individuals engaged in sexual activity.