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Lynn Canal Voice: Haines Economic Development Corporation
Part 1: Part 2: KHNS public affairs program Lynn Canal Voice delved into the newly-formed Haines Economic Development Corporation, which has requested $95,000 in initial funding from the borough. Host Emily Files spoke with HEDC board members Kyle Gray, Sean Gaffney,...
In Skagway recreation center discussion, echoes of concerns from a year ago
A group of Skagway residents has been working on plans for a recreation center expansion for years. When they brought a proposal that included a pool to the assembly in late 2015, the price tag caused concern. The assembly recommended they get a second opinion. Armed...
Inclement weather prompts harbor bid deadline extension
The Haines Portage Cove Harbor Expansion bid process has been delayed again. But this time, it’s because of inclement weather. Borough Public Facilities Director Brad Ryan says he heard from potential bidders this week who were worried about getting their proposals in...
Competitive races for Haines mayor and assembly
Haines has competitive races for mayor and assembly this fall. Incumbent mayor Jan Hill is being challenged by political newcomer Joanie Wagner. Hill is finishing up a three-year term as mayor and has served in the position before. Wagner is an artist and business...
KHNS News – May 18, 2017
Haines trash collection delayed to Monday due to potential contamination; A walk along the proposed Haines waterfront trail; Haines Police boost patrols for driving safety awareness event.
A walk along the proposed waterfront trail in Haines
A waterfront trail and park in Haines is one step closer to becoming a reality. The final draft of a conceptual plan for the Portage Cove Interpretive Trail and Park was presented this week. I walked about half the proposed trail with interim borough manager Brad...
KHNS News – Feb. 3, 2017
Fire burns down Haines home; In Skagway recreation center discussion, echoes of past concerns; Who wants to buy the ferry Taku?
Gov. Walker says he is ‘close’ to a decision on Juneau Access after visits to Haines and Skagway
Alaska Gov. Bill Walker visited Haines and Skagway Friday in what he says was a crucial step toward making a decision on the controversial Juneau Access Road. Residents who spoke to Walker in both communities were overwhelmingly opposed to building a road and in favor...
Klukwan Community Library carries out initiative to preserve stories of tribal members
The Klukwan Community Library is carrying out an initiative to preserve the stories of tribal members. Chilkat Stories: Our Village, Our Lives aims to capture the experiences of Klukwan residents of all ages by creating audio recordings of their stories. Chilkat...
Haines Mud Bay spring water tests positive for E. coli
A popular but unregulated and untreated drinking water source in Haines has tested positive for E. coli. KHNS had a sample of the Mud Bay spring water tested as part of a series focused on answering listener questions. Juneau-based water testing company Admiralty...