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A wind advisory is in effect for upper Lynn Canal communities on Wednesday evening
A strong wind event is expected to impact the upper Lynn Canal in the late afternoon to early evening hours on Wednesday night. KHNS’ Mike Swasey spoke with federal meteorologist Greg Spann from the National Weather Service in Juneau on Wednesday for the latest...
Could the Chatham School District’s federal relief funding help save the Klukwan school?
The Chatham School district was awarded over $700,000 in federal COVID relief funding this year. That’s as the district debates whether to close the Klukwan school due to low enrollment and loss of state funding. But as KHNS’ Corinne Smith reports, questions remain on...
An electric Ferry, a solid waste facility, and a budget are on Skagway’s assembly agenda this week
Skagway officials look to position the community as the frontrunner in the race for federal infrastructure funds earmarked for an electric ferry concept. They’ll also discuss the problem of an aging solid waste incinerator and attempt to pass a final budget for next...
Canadian border relaxes COVID test requirements for residents returning from short trips to U.S.
The U.S. and Canadian border should be easier to cross for Canadian travelers this week as the COVID-19 testing requirement for Canadians returning home has been lifted for short trips. Canadians traveling to the U.S. for trips of three days or less will no longer...
November 24 marks ‘Phillip Jackson Appreciation Day,’ to honor Haines resident who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned
In Haines, November 24 marks the anniversary of “Phillip Jackson Appreciation Day.” The day honors the Haines resident, who was wrongfully convicted of arson and imprisoned for four and a half years in the 1970s. As KHNS’ Corinne Smith reports, the state has not fully...
All the Thanksgiving festivities in Skagway this holiday weekend
The holiday season in Skagway tends to bring out the festive spirit. This Thanksgiving weekend the town is hosting a 5k race, a toy swap, and a shop local program. KHNS’ Mike Swasey talked with the Skagway Visitors Department’s Wendy Anderson for a breakdown of the...
Haines shop local program provides $100 in gift vouchers for every $300 spent through November
The Haines borough allocated $45,000 of federal CARES Act funding to a “shop local” initiative to support the local economy. Known as the “byHaines Local and Save” program, it provides vouchers for discretionary purchases, and there’s still about $7,000 left to spend...
Haines to hold one-year storm commemoration and dedication gathering on December 4
Next week marks the first anniversary since the deadly winter storms in upper Lynn Canal that killed two people in Haines. There will be a commemoration and dedication gathering taking place Saturday December 4 - a service of memorial for David Simmons, Jenae...
Skagway’s Garden City RV Park to get electrical upgrade with no plan in place for the park’s future
Skagway will move forward with upgrades to its downtown RV park. The municipality has agreed to spend up to almost a half-million dollars on electrical infrastructure to support RV traffic next summer. But, that leaves questions about where seasonal employees and...
Haines school veterans memorial recognizes community’s veterans and active service members
This year the Haines School is honoring Veterans Day with a memorial on display through the month of November. In recognition of the community’s veterans and active service members, they’ve created an exhibit of over 100 photos of students, staff and their family...
Newscasts
Newscast – July 11, 2018
First marijuana dispensary in Haines opens; Haines School superintendent meets with school board for the first time on the job.
KHNS News – July 11, 2016
Skagway officials seek outside help with port planning; Mud Bay residents ponder suggestions over parking issue; Haines Borough Assembly to consider whether to send tourism tax to ballot.
Newscast – July 10, 2018
HBPD arrests former Haines resident for parole violation; Budget cuts compound frustrations of rural court; Fish and Game extends gillnet openings in parts of District 15.
KHNS News – Sept. 29, 2016
Suspect arraigned on Haines library burglary charges; Royal couple visits Yukon communities; Skagway boys' cross country heads to state competition.
KHNS News – Sept. 2, 2016
Skagway voters will decided on senior center bond; Bigger cruise ships for Haines in 2017; Skagway's ferry dock will shut down temporarily - but when?
KHNS News – Aug. 16, 2017
Haines recall unsuccessful according to preliminary results; Skagway’s Klondike Park considers expanding public transportation to Dyea
KHNS News – May 9, 2017
Haines tank farm contamination testing moves to Tanani Point Beach; Fish and Game top officials hear from Petersburg fishermen.
Newscast – July 9, 2018
Could land acquisitions help alleviate Skagway’s housing shortage?; A look at what’s coming up at the Haines Assembly meeting.
KHNS News – Jan. 27, 2017
Haines police chief says his department is understaffed; Haines community, designers join forces on waterfront trail project.
KHNS News – July 8, 2016
Take a flight to the Glacier Bay landslide; Haines Planning Commission says no to Main Street lot sale
KHNS News – May 8, 2017
Bike-friendly application, budget on Haines Assembly agenda; Haines resident honored as ‘Emerging Leader’ by Tlingit & Haida Council; Stream temperature monitoring could provide insight into important fish populations
KHNS News – Aug. 10, 2016
More candidates files for Haines and Skagway assembly races; Skagway ballot may include senior center bond question; ATV tour permit approved by Haines Assembly.
KHNS News – Aug. 1, 2016
Wounded Dyea bear shot, killed over the weekend; 2017 Southeast State Fair one for the record books; Yukon version of Johnny Appleseed shares northern bounty
KHNS News – July 14, 2016
Skagway leaders consider reengaging with White Pass over tidelands lease; 1 percent tourism sales tax stays put in Haines, for now; New Haines superintendent eases into new role
KHNS News – Oct. 12, 2016
Final count doesn't impact outcome of Haines election; Haines Assembly debates stance on Juneau Access Road; Haines Assembly approved Lutak Dock design contract; Survey shows staff attitudes about leadership down at Haines School.
KHNS News – Oct. 6, 2016
Skagway senior center bond passes by just four votes; Summer bear problems prompt Skagway agencies to renew focus on prevention; State community foundations are entering a new phase.
KHNS News – Sept. 27, 2016
Haines moose hunt final count is 26; Two longtime incumbents running for Haines School Board; Earthquake simulator traveling Southeast shakes up Ketchikan.
KHNS News – Sept. 1, 2016
Haines man killed in midair plane collision in Southwest Alaska; State biologists investigate green bears in Haines; Update: Tribal assistance, employment programs run out of money.
Newscast – July 6, 2018
Skagway's borough manager leaves his position; update on Lynn Canal commercial fishery; Monday meeting at Haines court amid shrinking budget.
KHNS News – Sept. 8, 2016
Haines Assembly candidates talk heliskiing, mining at first forum; Haines artist draws inspiration from glaciers for outdoor mosaic.