Man Released On Bail After Serious Felony Indictment
In a recent development from Sitka, Alaska, the local grand jury delivered an indictment against 39-year-old Tyler C. Eells on serious charges involving the abuse of a minor. Dated March…
Juneau Police Seize Over $341K in Drugs and Weapons, Five Charged
On Friday in Juneau, Southeast Alaska, a dedicated task force conducted raids on two homes, uncovering a substantial haul of illegal substances and firearms, with an estimated value exceeding $341,000.…
Federal Funding Offers Hope for Alaska’s Ailing Ferry Service Amidst Political and Economic Challenges
Alaska’s Marine Highway System, once a bustling network of ferries vital for transportation across coastal communities, faces significant challenges as it grapples with declining ridership, financial instability, and a future…
Final Call for Alaskans to File for Their 2024 Dividend: Over 586,000 Applications Received So Far
Residents of Alaska are reminded that they have until the close of Sunday, March 31, to submit their applications for the 2024 Alaska Permanent Fund dividend. Those opting to file…
Alaskan Woman Found Deceased with Dog After Heroic Rescue Attempt in Icy River
In a tragic incident in Anchorage, Alaska, a woman lost her life attempting to rescue her dog from a freezing river. The woman, identified as Amanda Richmond Rogers, was commemorated…
Heartwarming Reunion: Woman Flies Back to Help Find Dog After Airline Mix-Up
A frightening ordeal unfolded at Raleigh-Durham International Airport this week after a dog named Moose became separated from his owner due to a “misstep in the loading process” with Alaska…
Sitka Revisits Visitor Marketing Strategy
Sitka’s visitor marketing program, Visit Sitka, is due for a strategic review. The Sitka Assembly recently met with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss the program’s direction. While Visit Sitka…
Sitka Performing Arts Center Seeks Financial Support for Continued Management Amid Fiscal Challenges
In Sitka, discussions about school funding often overlook the Sitka Performing Arts Center (PAC), a facility that has been managed by a local nonprofit on behalf of the Sitka School…
Sitka’s Sustainability Commission Maps Out Eco-Friendly Future Amid Challenges
Sitka’s Sustainability Commission has been ambitiously tackling its 2024 goals, showing significant progress and laying out plans for the upcoming year. During a recent assembly meeting, Commission Chair Katie Riley…
Innovative Robo-Dog Deployed at Fairbanks International Airport to Deter Wildlife
In a move that has caught the attention of both the state Capitol and social media users, the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is conducting tests with a…