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Portable Southeast will soon leave Wrangell and head to other coastal communities

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.

Talk on the Rock: Olivia Strano updates us on the upcoming Milk Run Music Fest

Episode 52: One of Milk Run Music Fest's organizers, Olivia Strano, visited KSTK to talk more with News Director Colette Czarnecki about how the plans for the festival are coming along. Strano said to expect live bands (Montana based North Fork Crossing and The Dead and Down), vendors, a comedian and open mic on May 2 (6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) and May 3 (noon - 8:30 p.m.) at City Dock, weather permitting. The bands will then play at Raymes Bar both nights at 9 p.m. The outdoor event will be moved to the Nolan Center in case of unfavorable weather.

Wrangell’s Tlingit Phrase of the Week

Tlingit Phrase of the Week is a project launched to help with the survival and renewal of the Tlingit language in Wrangell. Each phrase speaks to Wrangell’s seasons and the Tlingit way of life. March, month when underwater plants begin to grow.

Mia’s Gift

Mia's Gift is a local podcast created and hosted by Mia Wiederspohn of Wrangell, Alaska. Mia's Gift teaches Tlingit language, preserves a precious culture, educates and delights. Enjoy!

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Wrangell Pick, Click, Give organizations are KSTK, The Salvation Army and St. Frances Animal Rescue. Thanks for donating some of your PFD to non-profits in Alaska! Deadline to apply for your PFD is March 31, 2025.

Tlingit Phrase of the Week