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Tribal land managers wind up conference in Sitka
A traditional feast will be hosted by Sitka Tribe of Alaska tonight to celebrate the end of the 2026 Alaska Regional Conference of the Native American Fish & Wildlife Society. The annual conference of tribal land managers from across Alaska is being held for the first time in Sitka.
2 days ago4 min read


Forest Service surveys goshawks, in preparation for future timber sales near Wrangell
Deep in some of the most remote areas of forest on Wrangell Island, U.S. Forest Service natural resource technician Anna Belback tramped her way through dense trees and brush to set up a pair of speakers. She cranked up the volume and hit play — an invisible bird began to call loudly from the speaker. The alarm call of an adult goshawk.
4 days ago3 min read


Mining projects opposed by Alaska tribes get support from Canada, British Columbia and First Nation
US rivers ‘vital to Southeast Alaska’ under threat, tribes say, as Canadian leaders unite behind mining operations
5 days ago10 min read


MEHS off to good start after last year’s struggles, superintendent says
As students from around Alaska start classes at Mt. Edgecumbe High School, school leaders say united leadership, new staff, and upgraded materials will bring change in the 2026-27 school year.
Aug 296 min read


Skagway ferry bookings blocked until Sept. 14, after the Klondike Road Relay weekend
Block ‘reflects the reservation system only, not a projected return to service,’ AMHS says Monday; private operators are continuing to provide supplemental service
Aug 242 min read


Haines-Skagway utility warns of massive rate increase, asks for borough cooperation
Electricity rates for Upper Lynn Canal residents hang in the balance amid debate over a more-than-$100 million bill — and who should pay it.
Aug 236 min read


Juneau finalist for Haines police position withdraws application
The Haines Borough appeared as if it would have a new police officer patrolling the Chilkat Valley, pending a background check. But he withdrew his application soon after being announced as a finalist.
Aug 211 min read


Freedom Rock in Wrangell is complete, waiting for site prep and installation this fall
Alaska’s first official Freedom Rock honoring veterans is painted and ready in a secure building at the Marine Service Center while awaiting setup at its future home at City Park.
Aug 193 min read


Haines man accused of animal cruelty who fled to Russia turns self in to Juneau law enforcement
Steve Kroschel has animals seized from his wildlife center in 2025.
Aug 182 min read


Travelers make alternate plans as ferry service to Skagway remains paused indefinitely
High school cross-country and Klondike Road Relay participants are ready to run in Skagway. Will the ferry be?
Aug 174 min read


Pink salmon start to show up after ‘very weak’ early run
Pink salmon — the backbone of the Southeast seine fleet — finally started to show up the first weekend of August, after what state biologists were comparing to the poorest early returns on the books.
Aug 144 min read


Cruise ship helps stranded skiff and crew in Southeast Alaska as Zuckerberg yacht stands by
Lack of response by vessel belonging to Facebook owner gets boos from cruise passengers, criticism online; skiff ran out of fuel between Petersburg and Juneau
Aug 83 min read
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