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Skagway looks to hire a new fire chief and clinic executive
Both Skagway’s fire department and medical clinic are taking steps to fill leadership roles. This comes as the municipality considers a regional tribal health consortium’s interest in taking over Skagway’s local health clinic. KHNS’ Mike Swasey spoke with Skagway...
Skagway mayor wants to give half of a municipal RV park to local tribal gov
Skagway’s Mayor has proposed giving half of the land that was once a Native boarding school to the local tribal government. The proposal was made on Monday night during a special assembly meeting to discuss the long-term future of the five acres that’s now a...
Haines could see a record number of summer visitors, according to industry projections
Haines could see a record number of visitors this summer, according to preliminary industry estimates, traveling by air, car and cruise lines. However, many questions remain around border restrictions, the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors. KHNS’ Corinne Smith...
Haines Winter Games features races, curling, fire-building and more
Dozens gathered for the Haines Winterfest’s annual winter games this past Saturday (Feb 26). Kids and adults alike competed in traditional wintertime games including snowshoe races, frozen chicken curling, and a fire building and tea-making competition. KHNS’ Corinne...
The Buckwheat International Ski Classic is back at Log Cabin this year
The international cross-country ski race known as The Buckwheat Ski Classic is typically held each year at Log Cabin in Canada’s British Columbia almost halfway in between Skagway and Whitehorse. It’s been put on hold since 2020 due to the pandemic, but it is back...
Haines and Skagway spellers advance to the Alaska State Spelling Bee competition
Haines and Skagway spellers are advancing to the state spelling bee competition in March. KHNS’ Corinne Smith reports. Skagway seventh grader Arthur Aribam won the Skagway Spelling Bee earlier this month, and will be advancing to the state championship. His winning...
Haines Sheldon Museum to open Lingít miniature exhibit in March, showcasing art and history of resilience
The Haines Sheldon Museum will feature a new exhibit of Lingít miniatures, which will showcase not only the artistic works but also stories of Lingít people forced to adapt to the rapidly changing times of the late 19th and 20th centuries. KHNS’ Corinne Smith reports....
Haines’ annual Winterfest is February 25-27
The annual Haines Winterfest is taking place this weekend with wintertime races, games, food and more. KHNS Corinne Smith has a preview of the weekend events. The Haines Winterfest is in its sixth year, and has become a welcome mid-winter tradition - whether for new...
Haines parents protest school masking policy
A small group of parents gathered in front of the Haines school Tuesday morning to protest masks for school children. KHNS’ Corinne Smith reports. The group of parents have been protesting the Haines School’s masking policy for several weeks, demonstrating in front...
Haines pool offers lifeguarding certification and training for emergencies in and out of the water
Life-threatening situations near water can occur suddenly and without warning. As KHNS Corinne Smith reports, a group of Haines residents gathered for a three-day lifeguarding course recently to train in hands-on life-saving skills. A final skills test caps three-days...
Newscasts
Newscast – October 24, 2018
The Haines Borough orders police department to stop responding to calls outside the townsite; Haines Alaska Native Sisterhood delegates participate in the ANS/ANB Grand Camp; Haines Highway construction ends for the season.
KHNS News – July 11, 2017
Haines School Board starts discussion on interim superintendent; Klukwan School has new interim superintendent; Klukwan resident Lani Hotch to attend National Medal awards ceremony in D.C.
KHNS News – Dec. 15, 2016
Gov. Walker says 'no' to building the Juneau Access Road; Haines Assembly fires borough manager.
Newscast – October 22, 2018
Haines Borough Manager Debra Schnabel discusses the future of police service outside the Haines townsite; HEDC facilitates community discussion on proposed timber sale in the Chilkat Valley.
KHNS News – March 6, 2017
Haines manager applicants include Seward, who was fired from job three months ago; Haines Packing, Juneau Monstarz win Dick Hotch tourney.
Newscast – October 19, 2018
Skagway man indicted on charges of ivory smuggling; Skagway Assembly passes ordinance redefining hotel room tax as a short-term rental tax; Plans for Haines Ferry Terminal uncertain after AMHS proposes changes to the rollout of Alaska Class Ferries; Skagway company...
KHNS News – Dec. 14, 2016
Conflict of interest and wildlife concerns delay heliski map changes to summer; Haines School to test out lunch with local seniors.
KHNS News – Sept. 15, 2017
Mixed drinks in question at Alaska distilleries; Haines candidates differ on police service expansion, Chilkat River protection; Moose hunt update.
KHNS News – July 10, 2017
Haines residents may vote on new police service area following trooper departure; Two potential ballot questions, excise tax on Haines Assembly agenda; Chum salmon dominate start of commercial gillnet season.
Newscast – October 17, 2018
Haines Borough Attorney says borough has legal standing to revoke or deny renewal of Alaska Excursions tour permit; Alaska Earthquake Center says Haines Highway mudslide may have been caused by earthquake.
KHNS News – Dec. 13, 2016
Skagway Assembly to weigh options for port grant set to expire in 6 months; Haines mobile business committee recommends less restriction; Haines solid waste working group starts trash talk next week; Engine trouble delays the Matanuska ferry
Newscast – October 15, 2018
Haines Borough looks at several options to improve access for elderly and disabled people to public facilities; A Haines group is asking candidates in the general election to amend laws to clarify that rights only apply to individuals rather than collectives such as...
KHNS News – July 7, 2017
White Pass proposal draws emotional response from Skagway residents, assembly members; Haines School District will pay Habra $66,000, few details revealed about departure; Beginning in August: Deep-release puts the pressure on rockfish survival.
Newscast – October 12, 2018
Hospice of Haines begins a program to record the life experiences of its clients; Air quality monitoring in Skagway ongoing after uptick in complaints about cruise ship emissions.
KHNS News – March 3, 2017
Skagway Assembly moves forward with senior center designer; Mayor breaks tie vote on garbage rate regulation, but conversation may not be over.
KHNS News – Dec. 12, 2016
Judge upholds borough’s rejection of Chilkat Lake Road heliport; Chilkoot corridor gates spark questions for Haines Planning Commission
Newscast – October 10, 2018
Finance Committee considers moving forward with a special sales tax on marijuana sold within the borough; National Transportation Safety Board determines cause of fatal helicopter crash in Skagway; Haines Tier II moose hunt ends; Sean Maidy wins election for second...
KHNS News – Sept. 14, 2017
APOC staff recommend penalty for Skagway Assembly candidate's incomplete disclosures; Haines moose hunt begins Friday; Manager asks Haines Assembly to reckon with how to pay for Lutak Dock.
KHNS News – Dec. 9, 2016
Haines state trooper post to go vacant due to looming budget cuts; Should Haines relax building height restrictions?
KHNS News – July 6, 2017
Haines superintendent resigns after one year; Man injured in Haines fireworks accident is in 'satisfactory' condition; Haines negotiating to buy Gustavus float for temporary moorage; Summer king trolling closes early.