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After weeks of water woes, Angoon receives Coast Guard assist

Winter cold snaps aren’t just causing frozen pipes and power outages in the lower 48. In Angoon, recent cold temperatures exacerbated ongoing issues with the town’s water supply. The Coast Guard stepped in to help by delivering bottled water to the community of around 450 people.

Finding activism through art: A Q&A with Tlingit illustrator Michaela Goade

Sitka illustrator Michaela Goade received national attention in December for her Google Doodle of Alaska Native leader Elizabeth Peratrovich, whose legacy is honored annually on Feb. 16. Goade made headlines again last month as the first Indigenous person to win the Caldecott Medal. Following news of her award, KCAW’s Erin McKinstry interviewed Goade about her work.

ANS and ANB host virtual event to celebrate Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich

In 1988, the Alaska Legislature declared Feb. 16 Elizabeth Peratrovich Day in honor of the Tlingit civil rights activist and former Grand President of the Alaska Native Sisterhood. In honor of her work and the work of her husband Roy, the Alaska Native Sisterhood and the Alaska Native Brotherhood are hosting a virtual event to talk about their legacy and how the work they started continues to this day.

Sitka’s adult spelling bee makes a comeback

For many, spelling bees are a memory of grade school years, but the contests aren't just for kids. Sitka's adult spelling bee is making a comeback as a fundraiser for the Sitka Public Library.

Angoon’s water supply under boil water notice

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation Drinking Water Program issued the notice today for anyone using the Angoon public water system. All water should be boiled for two minutes before drinking it or using it for cooking.

Sitka-based Alaskan Dream Cruises announces plans for the 2021 season

News last week that Canada has banned cruising in Canadian waters until February 2022 has most considering Alaska’s large cruise ship season cancelled this summer. But some small cruise lines, like Sitka-based Alaskan Dream Cruises, are still planning to operate.

New research: Southeast Alaska landslides not only scar the land, but may also leave a carbon footprint

Sitka has become a hot spot for landslide research since a deadly landslide hit the town in 2015. A recent study in the Tongass headed in a different direction to examine how landslides impact the global carbon cycle.

February 9, 2021: What’s happening at tonight’s assembly meeting?

When the Sitka Assembly meets tonight (2-9-21) it will consider a list of ‘legislative priorities’ to submit to the Alaska legislature.

Angoon’s Native corporation welcomes new president and CEO

Angoon’s Native corporation has a new leader. Debbie Atuk took over as the President and CEO of Kootznoowoo Incorporated in February after a career in corporate finance and business.

Sitka’s Early Learning Program offers monthly infant massage classes and other parental support

The Early Learning Program connects parents of children under the age of 3 with resources like developmental guidance, occupational and speech therapy, and parenting support. The program is also offering infant massage classes on the first Thursday of every month.