Local News
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Remembering Wrangell’s 2024
Wrangell was busy this year, in a variety of ways. From providing the nation’s Capitol Christmas Tree, to recreational milestones and federal aid.
Wrangell’s holiday season in full swing: an audio postcard from lighting the tree
It’s the season and Wrangell makes sure to celebrate.
Wrangell Police Department chooses first Christmas Card winner
Wrangell’s Police Chief Gene Meek started a new tradition this year: a Christmas Card contest. He opened the contest up for 5- to 11-year-olds in November. Plus, there was an incentive to the contest: $100 from Meek’s own pocket for the winner.
Elections
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An audio postcard on Tuesday’s election in Wrangell
General election voters voted at Wrangell’s Nolan Center on Tuesday. KSTK’s Colette Czarnecki went down to the convention center and talked with some of them about what’s important to them. The United States presidency, ranked-choice voting and raising the minimum wage in Alaska were the dominating issues on the ballot for most of the people she talked with. She sends this audio postcard.
Wrangell’s voter turnout decreased from last general election; unofficial results
These are preliminary, unofficial election returns.From early Tuesday morning to later in the evening, Wrangell voters consistently walked through The Nolan Center doors on election day.
What’s on the general election ballot that Wrangellites need to know
In Tuesday’s upcoming election, registered voters in Wrangell have a few choices on the ballot, including choosing the next United States president.
Talk On The Rock
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Talk on the Rock: Lady Wolves volleyball team’s coaches Shelley Powers and Brian Herman on this past season, expectations and their love of the game
Episode 40: The Lady Wolves High School volleyball team made it to the state tournament in Palmer earlier this month, finishing fourth place. Coaches Brian Herman and Shelley Powers spoke to KSTK's News Director Colette Czarnecki about what their viewpoints on the team are and what expectations they have for next season. They also talk a little bit about their own history with volleyball and why they wanted to continue in the sport as coaches.
Southeast News
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Ketchikan wakes up to half a foot of unexpected snow
Ketchikan’s downtown “The Rock” statue was covered in snow by midday Friday, Jan. 3. (Michael...
Although down overall since 2017, substance ‘misuse’ among girls in Sitka now exceeds boys
According to the Sitka Counseling Survey, youth don’t have to go far to find access to substances....
Tlingit Phrase
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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. January, Canada goose month. Pertains to the geese that stay around all winter. The sun begins to turn back.
Learning Tlingit Language
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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!
Application of Learning Tlingit Language
Join teacher Virginia Oliver and Beginning Tlingit Language student Mia Wiederspohn and learn Tlingit phrases, words, vowels and consonants.
Alaska News
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Anchorage employment expected to grow 1.5% this year, report says
Construction is expected to see strong growth while retail is expected to shrink.
Jimmy Carter’s Alaska legacy, and how he got the name Nahóowoo
Impacts from President Jimmy Carter’s landmark Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation...
Circle resident charged with murdering cabinmate
Troopers say Jerek Boyle, 26, fatally shot James Gelvin, 48, through a cabin door in 50-below...
NPR
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Biden makes an 11th-hour move to block coastal oil drilling
President Biden has issued an executive order blocking drilling for oil in more than 625 million...
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantánamo to Oman
The Biden administration’s move leaves just 15 detainees at the U.S. military prison at...
Hamas and Israel are negotiating the release of 34 hostages from Gaza
The deal would secure release of a third of the approximately 100 hostages who remain in Gaza,...
Borough Assembly Meeting
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Wrangell Borough Assembly meeting – Dec. 17, 2024
Tuesday, December 17, 2024Location: Borough Assembly Chambers 6:00 PM
Wrangell Borough Assembly meeting – Nov. 18, 2024
Monday, November 18, 2024Location: Borough Assembly Chambers 6:00 PM
Wrangell Borough Assembly meeting – Oct. 22, 2024
Tuesday, October 22, 2024Location: Borough Assembly Chambers 6:00 PM
