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Occupational therapists offer kid-led playtime for Sitka’s neurodiverse youth
Running around or playing pretend are integral parts of summer as a kid. But some children need a more supportive environment to play their own way. In July, occupational therapists offered tailored playtime for Sitka’s neurodivergent youth.
Recently appointed Sitka School Board member Kat Richards running for full term
Recently appointed Sitka School Board member Kat Richards has filed to run for a full term. Richards works for the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium as a nurse educator, and is a former Sitka School District employee.
Public urged to be bear aware at Redoubt Falls
The U.S. Forest Service and Sitka Tribe of Alaska are urging fishermen, subsistence harvesters, and visitors to practice bear safety at Redoubt Falls.
Assembly Member Thor Christianson files for Sitka mayor’s seat
Long-time Sitka Assembly Member Thor Christianson filed to run for mayor Friday afternoon (7-31-26).
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Voter information for the 2026 election cycle
Raven Radio's Municipal Election Hub is coming soon! In the meantime, here's how to check your registration and a list of election dates.
The Morning Interview
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Parks and Rec talks summer swimming, shares fall preview
Elle Campbell and Rachel Fox with the city's Parks and Recreation Division joined KCAW for the morning interview to discuss summer and upcoming fall activities.
Sitka Police to host ‘National Night Out’ on Saturday
The Sitka Police Department invites the community to Sitka Night Out on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the covered area and playground at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School.
Sitkans can turn ‘Trash to Treasure’ in marine debris event
Zofia Danielson with the Sitka Sound Science Center joined KCAW for the Morning Interview to...
Southeast News
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Nonprofit works to enhance fish habitat on Prince of Wales
A newly replaced culvert on a U.S. Forest Service road near Coffman Cove. It’s one of about a...
Wrangell Creatives Awarded Arts Ambassadors
Two Wrangell creatives have been awarded Arts Ambassadors for the State of Alaska. Laura Davies, a...
Major expansion in the works for Wrangell’s waterfront
Wrangell is getting closer to a major expansion of its downtown waterfront, building a new rock...
Alaska News
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North Pole woman sentenced to 21 years for fatal 2022 overdose
Alaska District Court Judge Aaron Peterson handed down the sentence to 39-year-old Samantha...
Eyes on Alaska’s Murkowski as confirmation vote nears for Trump attorney general pick
Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s vote could be pivotal to Todd Blanche’s future. She’s not saying how she’ll...
Why Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins thinks he can win the Alaska governor’s race
Alaska Public Media is interviewing the top candidates for governor ahead of the August primary....
NPR
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Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment
Snails are slimy. But there’s more to that goo of theirs than meets the eye. It’s a...
The park service says Trump’s arch would obstruct historic sites. Could it be moved?
President Trump’s proposed arch in Memorial Circle would intrude on dozens of nearby sites,...
European nations say World Cup boycott is still on, keeping FIFA’s Infantino in limbo
A continued boycott of the World Cup poses a big threat to FIFA, keeping President Gianni...
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