Sage Smiley, KSTK - Wrangell
10,000-year-old bone from Wrangell area hints how domesticated dogs may have traveled to the Americas
A dime-sized fragment of dog bone — more than ten-thousand years old — has given researchers new clues about how domesticated dogs first made their way to the Americas.
Plunging fish tax payments raise concerns for coming years, Southeast officials say
Fishing is an economic engine in Southeast Alaska, and city governments rely on the money it provides. But after a dismal 2020 season, many are worried about lack of funds — and the future of the fisheries.
‘Pretty much sums up 2020’: Wrangell makes do with anonymous holiday tree installation
Despite its desultory appearance, the tree has sparked joy. And the Wrangell Chamber of Commerce has not yet rescheduled its official tree-lighting ceremony.
Shipwrecked in storm, retired fisherman gets unexpected rescue in Southeast Alaska
70-year-old Kurt Broderson was floating in a survival suit in waves the size of houses when Coast Guard rescuers arrived to save him. He says the event changed his life.
Wrangell left high and dry by sparse winter ferry schedule
The blue and gold ferries will sail repeatedly within 20 miles of the island town — but only stop twice.
Navy pledges no serious harm to Alaska marine life; environmentalists skeptical of claims
The U.S. Navy says it doesn’t know how many marine mammals it actually disturbs or harms each year. But, it predicts its exercises and maneuvers in Southeast Alaska waters won’t cause the death of any marine mammals.
State House candidate Becker speaks about controversial blog posts
In an interview the following day, she said her writings were meant to be prayers on the behalf of others.
GOP hopeful Leslie Becker backs natural resource ‘stewardship,’ budget reforms
Leslie Becker is running unopposed in the Republican primary for State House District 36. That means she’s set to challenge incumbent Dan Ortiz, a Ketchikan independent in November’s general election.