Wrangell’s preliminary school budget is setting the alarm for next year, which was presented to the borough last week at the Nolan Center. Many community members attended and voiced their opinions, which rarely happens at these meetings. Needless to say, both the school district and borough will be facing deficits for fiscal year 26.
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Portable Southeast, a traveling art exhibit that will visit six different communities in 2025, is in its second year. It’s a collaboration between the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council and community centers throughout Southeast and the Gulf of Alaska. There are 29 art pieces that reflect coastal living by 23 artists from Southeast Alaska this year. There’s a mix of paintings, watercolors, photography and textile art. One of the artists includes Grace Wolf of Petersburg, who is a painter and jewelry maker. Others come from Juneau, Gustavus, Ketchikan, Tenakee Springs, Haines and Thorne Bay.
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The winglet flaps of the Boeing 737-700 were stuck in takeoff position after leaving Wrangell.
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A Wrangell man is being charged with two felonies – extortion and coercion. He allegedly coerced and threatened someone with a knife.
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Wrangell’s borough assembly will discuss a few changes and maintenance projects that support the community at Tuesday’s meeting.
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