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Election season is kicking off in the Upper Lynn Canal

Election season is kicking off in the Upper Lynn Canal

Election season is kicking off in the Upper Lynn Canal. In Haines, voters will weigh in on a seasonal sales tax on the October ballot. The filing period for candidates runs from  August 1 through August 20. There are two seats open on the Assembly, and three seats on...

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The Southeast Alaska State Fair kicks off in Haines

The Southeast Alaska State Fair kicks off in Haines

The Southeast Alaska State Fair kicked off Thursday, with visitors and Haines residents gathering for a weekend of music, food, local wares and many other traditions. As KHNS’ Corinne Smith reports, there’s concern about COVID risks, mixed with a palpable excitement...

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Southeast Alaska State Fair weather outlook

Southeast Alaska State Fair weather outlook

With the Southeast Alaska State Fair happening this weekend in Haines, and scores of people planning to camp for the weekend, we thought it best to check the weather. KHNS’ Mike Swasey checked in with Wes Adkins from The National Weather Service on Thursday for the...

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Multiple Skagway residents test positive for COVID-19

Multiple Skagway residents test positive for COVID-19

Skagway officials have reported that two local residents tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday. These are the first confirmed cases in Skagway since June 21. The unnamed people are reportedly isolating and the municipality says more information will be available...

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KHNS News – Dec. 29, 2015

Two snowboarders found safe and sound after two-hour search; Ride along with Haines’ newest police officer: Special assembly meeting will decide on lobbyist

KHNS News – Dec. 3, 2015

Haines police officer Ryan Rutland let go from department; Preschool/Senior Center agreement to go before borough assembly; First Friday offers creative outlet for Haines artists.

KHNS News – Oct. 12, 2015

After heavy rain, mudslides close Haines Highway Friday; Skagway election results finalized; Weeding out misconceptions on the business of marijuana; Teachers say there is no room for Chilkat Valley Preschool in Haines School.

KHNS News – August 11, 2015

Candidates file for election in Haines and Skagway; Skagway Borough Assembly moves lease vote date and hears Gateway Project concerns; Skagway's State St. gets pedestrian signs after petition for crosswalk.

KHNS News – Feb. 24, 2015

King salmon in Southeast Alaska are traveling farther north due to rising ocean temperatures; Southeast Alaska’s largest tribal organization has authorized its courts to perform same-sex marriages; Skagway gets free expert planning help for a senior living facility.

KHNS News – Feb. 9, 2015

Trapping revisions pass a Skagway Assembly first reading; Petersburg may increase fees for boats docking at harbors; Sitka high school students ask the school board to support their efforts to create a more respectful environment.

KHNS News – Jan. 19, 2015

Haines basketball star Kyle Fossman’s number 42 jersey is retired over the weekend; Police are investigating two thefts on the Haines library and a local business; Fairbanks resident wins Alcan 200 Snowmachine race; State officials say there's no need to worry about...

KHNS News – Sept. 17, 2014

Restoration Advisory Board meets in Haines about old pipeline and tank farm; Regional fishing organizations join forces to strengthen Magnuson-Stevens Act.

KHNS News – Sept. 2, 2014

Alaska has some the slowest internet speeds in the country; Another ferry union avoids a strike; The 31st annual Klondike Road Relay has a recorded field getting ready for Fridays race.

KHNS News – Aug. 20, 2014

A breakdown of local votes in the state primary election; A preview of Thursday's Skagway Assembly meeting; The king summer troll season ends.

KHNS News – August 7, 2014

Sen. Murkowski visits Haines; Visitor injured in bicycle accident with trailer; Juneau whale tour captain arrested for intoxication.

Local news for June 2, 2014

Former representative Bill Thomas decides not to run; King Salmon derby results; How to keep maritime jobs instate; A recap of the North Words Writers Symposium.

Local News for March 31, 2014

Mp3 File:news03-31-14.mp3Ongoing issue about a private heliport on Chilkat Lake Road may go to court; Haines school superintendent search back to square one; Haines resident in the running for Board of Fish appointment; We the People citizen group goes statewide....

Local News for Feb. 27, 2014

Mp3 File:news02-27-14.mp3Helisking companies want to open up more areas to skiing in this low snowfall season; Haines Assembly sets budget priorities; Why does it take so long to mail a local letter? and local communities don't want to be on the hook for...

Local News for Oct. 30, 2013

Mp3 File:news10-30-13.mp3A look back at the fishing season for the Lynn Canal fleet; Can Southeast's timber industry survive while only logging second-growth forests? Downloadable file (optional):

Local News for Sept. 10, 2013

Mp3 File:news09-10-13.mp3Suicide Prevention Day; a preview of Southeast Conference; a wrap up of the Klondike Road Relay. Downloadable file (optional):

Local News for May 23, 2013

Mp3 File:news05-23-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Skagway and Haines each suffer damaging fires; MTAB discusses shuttle ferries; Small Things Considered. Downloadable file (optional):

Local News for April 23, 2013

Mp3 File:news04-23-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer A helicopter landing near Mosquito Lake raises questions; Rep. Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins visits Haines this week. Downloadable file (optional):

Local News for March 21, 2013

Mp3 File:news03-21-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Rep. Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins talks about the oil tax bill; registration for Buckwheat Ski Classic closes; Small Things Considered. Find out more about the Tongess Five-year Review Project Downloadable file...