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Salty Spoke Bike Co-op provides sliding scale bike maintenance to members

The Salty Spoke Bike Co-op's mission is to make biking a safe, accessible, enjoyable and affordable means of transportation for Sitkans. They're hosting Saturday work days and a series of workshops in the month of February.

For Sitka tourism businesses, the 2021 season is fraught with uncertainty

In pre-pandemic times, preparations for the summer season would already be underway for Alaska tourism businesses. But uncertainty about the 2021 season has left many in a holding pattern, especially those that rely on the cruise ship industry. Some Sitka businesses are feeling cautiously optimistic while others are worried about the future.

For ‘Chatters’ moderators, keeping it civil can feel like a full-time job

For many small, Alaska communities, Facebook groups have become an important way to share information, particularly during the pandemic. But they can also be challenging to moderate, especially as Facebook continues to grapple with how to regulate speech on its site. Keeping divisive rhetoric off of groups like Sitka Chatters can feel like a full-time job.

COVID Q&A: Dr. Elliot Bruhl answers listener’s vaccine questions

Dr. Bruhl joined KCAW’s Health Chat host Martha Pearson to answer listener questions about the coronavirus vaccine during the final edition of "Ask a COVID Expert."

Sitka illustrator Michaela Goade wins Caldecott Medal for ‘We are Water Protectors’

Sitka illustrator Michaela Goade was awarded one of the highest honors in children’s literature this week. Goade, who is Tlingit, is the first Indigenous person to win the Caldecott Medal for her work on “We are Water Protectors.”

Researchers confirm location of 200-year-old Kiks.ádi fort

The Sitka National Historical Park has long commemorated the spot of a Kiks.ádi fort destroyed by Russian invaders over 200 years ago. But the fort’s exact location remained uncertain until now.

Meet Cara Crain – KCAW’s New Volunteer Coordinator

We’re excited to welcome Cara to the Raven Radio staff! She started remotely on December...

Kake’s schools to resume to in-person classes after 10 months of distance learning

The Kake City School Board announced this week that the district will adopt a mixture of in-person and remote learning starting February 8, barring any new active cases in the community. Students who want to remain fully remote still have the option.