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An accused serial child predator awaits extradition back to Alaska to face federal charges
A Haines resident was arrested at Chilkat Lake nearly a year ago on child pornography and sexual abuse charges in Idaho. He was extradited to Idaho, but then a judge then released him on bail. Now the FBI has re-arrested him and federal agents want to bring him back...
The Haines Long Term Recovery Group is organizing free storm debris removal, residents must complete a survey to qualify by August 19
The Haines Long Term Recovery Group is organizing disaster debris removal to provide an opportunity for households to get rid of storm-related debris. Residents must complete an assessment survey by Thursday August 19 to qualify, and the recovery group will help...
Skagway debates how to spend the remainder of the $2 million NCL Donation and the clinic’s future
Decisions loom in Skagway about how to spend the remaining $1.2 million left from the Norwegian Cruise Lines gift and whether to put an opinion question on October’s municipal election ballot. The answers to that question would gauge community interest in an agreement...
A weekend trip through the recently accessible Canadian border
The South Klondike Highway from Skagway to Whitehorse is one of the prettiest stretches of road in North America, but it’s been off-limits to most Americans since the pandemic-related border restrictions were announced last spring. Beginning on August 9, however,...
KHNS reporter shares first-hand experience with COVID-19
Last week Haines saw its first major COVID outbreak, with a peak 62 of active cases last Friday. As of Monday night, 13 more people tested positive, but 11 people were released from quarantine, plus four that were presumed positive, bringing the total to 55 active...
Haines schools to start in-person on August 24, with masking and on-site COVID testing
Haines students will start the new school year in-person, next Tuesday August 24. Masks will be required, and there will be on-site COVID testing, among other health protocols. The Haines School Board voted unanimously last week on a plan for re-opening all schools,...
Skagway School has a new, flexible COVID mitigation plan
Skagway schools are scheduled to start next Wednesday, (August 18), with a new plan the district says will allow for more flexible COVID mitigation measures. KHNS’ Mike Swasey checked in with Superintendent Josh Coughran about the plan for school re-opening. Swasey -...
Skagway’s main grocery store closes due to active COVID-19 cases
Skagway’s main grocery store closed briefly last week following an outbreak of COVID-19 among its employees, it has since reopened with limited hours. The move came as store shelves remained nearly empty since the store’s grand opening on August 3. KHNS Mike Swasey...
Haines officials worry that COVID-19 cases will continue to climb
Haines is in the middle of its largest COVID-19 outbreak to date. On Thursday the borough announced an additional 11 cases, bringing the current total active cases to 57. With the Emergency Operations Center Incident Commander Carolann Wooten out of the office for the...
Flood warning issued for Taiya River in Dyea, parts of historic Chilkoot Trail submerged
The National Weather Service issued a flood warning Friday for the Taiya River in Dyea, after the river swelled to 17.5 feet. Later on Friday afternoon the Taiya River was reported at 19.2 feet. The forecast now calls for light rain Saturday afternoon into Sunday,...
Newscasts
KHNS News – July 10, 2014
Lynn Canal Ferry analysis; Haines Chamber of Commerce host lunch on oil tax proposition; Sea ice map.
Local News for May 27, 2014
Weekend accident injuries Skagway man; Why do you love salmon?; Juneau Access Road project; Tongess management committee; Memorial Day ceremonies.
Local News for April 1, 2014
Mp3 File:news04-01-14.mp3Haines Borough Manager budget is released; Skagway manager candidate visits town; Is a rail link to Haines feasible? Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Jan. 8, 2014
Mp3 File:news01-08-14.mp3Haines Borough moves closer to selling downtown property to Aspen Hotels; New officer passes over Haines job; Residents respond to proposal for power rate increase. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Nov. 18, 2013
Mp3 File:News_11-18-13.mp3Dental care a growing challenge in Haines. Skagway residents gather to ask questions about healthcare. A continuing series focuses on Alaska's healthy babies (Carlson). Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Sept. 4, 2013
Mp3 File:news09-04-13.mp3Skagway Library celebrations its expansion project; Skagway Assembly meets Thursday evening; Greens Creek Mine in danger of closing? Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for June 18, 2013
Mp3 File:news06-19-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Haines Police investigate a string of car burglaries; Skagway discusses playground cover; Haines discusses power poles. Downloadable file (optional):
Local New for May 28, 2013
Mp3 File:news05-28-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Skagway eyes land for a future public safety building; update on the Haines King Salmon Derby; the issue of marine debris. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for March 26, 2013
Mp3 File:news03-26-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Skagway assembly continues pondering public votes for public land leases; tsunami warning practice taking place Wednesday; Klukwan returns from Gold Medal as champs. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Jan. 31, 2013
Mp3 File:news01-31-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Southeast population is the highest it's ever been...for most communities; Our weekly essay feature. Find out more about the state's recent population information. Find out more about the...
Local News Dec. 13, 2012
Mp3 File:news12-13-12.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Fire Marshall issues report on the Westmark Inn fire; the federal government fails to fund Alaska Highway maintenance. Read more about the Skagwak Project. Read Rosalie Loesen's blog....
Local news for Oct. 31, 2012
Mp3 File:news10-31-12.mp3 Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Preview of Skagway Assembly meeting; What the bond proposition means for Haines; When sanding snowy roads isn't a good idea; A special Halloween feature.Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Sept. 24, 2012
Mp3 File:_news9-24-12web.mp3 Boradcaster: Margaret Friedenauer A preview of the Haines Borough Assembly meeting; An update on moose season. Candidate statement for Haines School Board seats: Sara Chapell Brenda JonesDownloadable file (optional):
KHNS News – Sept. 12, 2016
Record number of runners compete in Klondike Road Relay; Skagway residents weigh in on ferry dock closure; La Nina expected to bring wet fall, snowy winter, Haines Borough Assembly to consider ski map process changes.
KHNS News – July 26, 2016
Skagway officials question possible ore spill investigation; More flood warnings for Taiya River.
KHNS News – June 10, 2016
Haines police department reshuffles as new chief gets ready to join; Haines planners approve year-round use at 35-Mile heliport; Public's help wanted in search for entangled whale.
KHNS News – May 27, 2016
Rafting company says downed tree caused accident; Red carpet regalia highlighted at Tlingit fashion show; Skagway gets sweeter with new candy shop; Haines students celebrate last day of school with 'Wacky-Palooza.'
KHNS News – May 6, 2016
Skagway Assembly: Delay ferry dock project to retain service; Audit: Alaska critics of British Columbia mines are right; Improved Battery Point Trail ready for summer visitors.
KHNS News – April 12, 2016
Skagway assemblyman could face more fines after State concludes financial disclosure investigation; Testimony concludes in trial over access to Chilkoot River subsistence fishing spot; Port Chilkoot Distillery nabs national awards in the Golden State
KHNS News – March 29, 2016
Proposed state budget cuts would zero out funding for library internet connections; Storycorps: After history stained by shame, finding pride in Tlingit identity.