Category: Local News

Assembly proposes sales tax changes to address Sitka’s childcare needs

by Hope McKenney | Jul 22, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

Lowering the winter sales tax rate, and upping the summer one. That was a popular proposal discussed at a Sitka Assembly work session on Tuesday (7-21-26) aimed at addressing the island’s childcare shortage. Read More

Sitka Assembly Member Kevin Mosher first to file for mayor’s seat

by Hope McKenney | Jul 21, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

Current Sitka Assembly Member Kevin Mosher has filed to run for mayor. Mosher, who is two years into serving his third term on the assembly, has served as an assembly member since 2018. Read More

Sitka firefighters extinguish hidden fire in hotel wall

by Katherine Rose | Jul 21, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

Firefighters tamped out a fire at the Sitka Hotel on Friday night. Read More

Sitka municipal administrator finalist drops out of running

by Hope McKenney | Jul 21, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

A finalist for Sitka’s municipal administrator position has dropped out of the running. In an email on Monday, city staff announced that Jenny Alber, who was planning to visit Sitka later this month, has withdrawn her name from consideration. Read More

Utah forester hopes carbon-capturing soil supplement catches on in Sitka

by Lauren Salemo | Jul 17, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

Banana peels, egg shells, and coffee grounds are some of the scraps you might toss into your composting bin. But there’s something else you can throw in the mix. Read More