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ANS plans events in honor of Elizabeth Peratrovich Day February 16

by KCAW News | Feb 14, 2024 | The Morning Interview

Elizabeth Peratrovich Day is Friday, February 16. Debe Brincefield, with the Alaska Native Sisterhood, shares details about events planned to honor one of the country's top civil rights heroes. Read More

Sitka celebrates Elizabeth Peratrovich Day with parade, speaking events

by KCAW News | Feb 16, 2022 | Local News, Syndicated

Unusually soggy weather did not dampen the spirits of Sitkans who turned out to march in honor of Elizabeth Peratrovich, who led the fight for civil rights in Alaska. Read More

Elizabeth Peratrovich Day to be honored with parade, events

by KCAW News | Feb 14, 2022 | The Morning Interview

Wednesday February 16 marks Elizabeth Peratrovich Day.Former Alaska Native Sisterhood Grand President Paulette Moreno and ANS Secretary Karen Lucas joined KCAW's Erin Fulton to discuss plans to honor the civil right's icon and her legacy. Read More

Former Tribal Council Member Rachel Moreno seeking Sitka Assembly seat

by Katherine Rose | Aug 20, 2021 | Election Coverage, Local News, Syndicated

Three candidates are running for two open seats on the Sitka Assembly, in the municipal election this October. In our final interview with candidates, KCAW spoke with Rachel Moreno. Read More

Civil rights icon Elizabeth Peratrovich honored with new cedar bench

by Katherine Rose | Jul 6, 2021 | Local News, Syndicated

Despite the absence of an official fireworks show, Sitka’s Fourth of July was celebrated with the usual festivities this year. But the 4th day of the month also marks another important occasion: Elizabeth Peratrovich’s birthday. Some Sitkans honored the Alaska Native civil rights leader with a new -- and useful -- monument. Read More