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Sitkans gather to demand the relocation of controversial Baranov Statue

Sitkans gather to demand the relocation of controversial Baranov Statue

by Katherine Rose and Erin McKinstry / KCAW | Jun 24, 2020 | ,

The question of what we choose to honor with statues and memorials in this country has resurfaced in recent months. All over Alaska, people have been arguing for the removal of statues of European colonists because they represent a painful history of colonization for Alaska’s Native communities. And this week, conversation over a controversial memorial reemerged in Sitka.  Read More
A Covid-free Sitka to quarantine incoming seasonal workers

A Covid-free Sitka to quarantine incoming seasonal workers

by Katherine Rose | Apr 15, 2020 | ,

The Sitka Assembly has passed a controversial ordinance that would place tight restrictions on seasonal workers coming to Sitka -- tighter, in fact, than already required under a mandate from the governor. And while most on the assembly believe tough rules are necessary right now, there is concern over whether the city might be overstepping its bounds, and facing a legal challenge from state government.  Read More
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