KCAW Staff, Author at KCAW

Raven Radio is a whale of a station!

If you love herring(!) community radio every day, please click here to support local voices and local stories from your community station! Thanks to Richard Nelson of Encountersnorth.org for the photo!

Miyasato says ‘experience matters’ in Sitka’s budget crisis

Ben Miyasato is wrapping up three years on the assembly -- while also serving on the Sitka Tribal Council. But if he’s elected mayor, he'll step down from the Tribe to focus on broad er issues in the community.

Kennicott ferry fills in while Columbia is repaired

Alaska’s largest ferry will be down for repairs longer than expected. Another ship will fill in, but it’s smaller and some travelers will have to make other arrangements.

Commentary: Prop 1 is the best option we have

My name is Rob Allen. Sitka is a great place to live, and we need to keep it that way. That's why I'm voting yes on Proposition 1.

Listen: Mayor candidates look to leaner future for Sitka

Matt Hunter, Mary Magnuson, and Ben Miyasato exchanged views on the city budget, marijuana laws, and an income tax during Raven Radio's live mayoral forum on Thursday (9-29-16).

Bean wants Sitka to grow economy and live within its means

Aaron Bean has worn a great variety of hats. Born and raised in Sitka, Bean has worked as a commercial fisherman, police officer, natural resource specialist, and small business owner. He hopes to bring that entrepreneurial spirit to the Assembly table.