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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,...
Skagway solid waste and recycling drop-off site moves to compost facility
The municipality of Skagway has moved its solid waste drop-off site. All materials that would have typically gone to the incinerator should now be dropped off at the Solid Waste/Compost facility on the Klondike Highway directly across from the Dyea Road turnoff....
Skagway Exposé is cancelled over regional COVID concerns
A new Arts event in Skagway was supposed to bring performers from across the region for a weekend of concerts, workshops, and public events. But the inaugural Skagway Exposé has been canceled after an outbreak of COVID-19 in Lynn Canal communities. KHNS’ Mike Swasey...
Haines COVID-19 cases spike and the Emergency Operations Center asks for the community to help
Haines officials are requiring masks to be worn inside public buildings, but face coverings in businesses will remain voluntary. This comes as Haines’ active COVID-19 case count climbs to at least 41 as of Tuesday evening. During Tuesday night’s borough assembly...
16 new COVID-19 cases in Haines on Tuesday brings the current outbreak total to 41
COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Haines. On Tuesday evening borough officials announced 16 new active cases, bringing the total to 41. The borough and SEARHC are expanding testing to include residents that are not symptomatic. KHNS’ Mike Swasey spoke with interim...
Haines group volunteers to deliver food and medicine to people isolating due to COVID-19
Haines is in the grips of its largest COVID-19 outbreak of the pandemic. With dozens of active cases, many community members are isolating to prevent the spread of the infection. But, how do people in isolation get soup, mail, medicine, or any of the dozens of other...
Upper Lynn Canal COVID-19 numbers surge following the Southeast Alaska State Fair
COVID-19 cases continue to surge in the Upper Lynn Canal. 13 people in Haines tested positive this weekend, and another case has been announced in Skagway. KHNS' Mike Swasey talked to Haines Interim Borough Manager Alekka Fullerton on Monday afternoon for an update....
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Local News for Jan. 30, 2013
Mp3 File:secondnews01-30-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Haines dog nabbed by coyote; DOT commissioner Pat Kemp is confirmed by the legislature; Phone scam continues in Southeast. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Sept. 24, 2012
Mp3 File:_news9-24-12.mp3 Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer A preview of Tuesday's Haines Borough Assembly Meeting; An update on moose season.Downloadable file (optional):
Local News 8-21-12
Mp3 File:news8-21-12.mp3 Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Haines residents are sited for wildlife violations; Swimmer's itch makes an appearance at a local pondDownloadable file (optional):
Newscast – June 26, 2018
Preparations for 4th of July festivities are underway in Haines and Skagway; Loose dogs roaming the Haines Borough are causing trouble for residents and the police department; Two Ketchikan residents face felony drug charges for allegedly dealing methamphetamine.
KHNS News – June 7, 2016
APOC postpones hearing for Skagway Assemblyman; Tourist rescues two men from Yukon's Kathleen Lake; Mobile mammogram van coming to Haines, Skagway; 'Alaska's toughest marathon' set for Saturday in Skagway.
KHNS News – May 24, 2016
Skagway budget in limbo due to potential loss of cruise passenger funds; Police give warning to rogue Skagway cyclists; Haines artist selected for Chilkoot Trail residency.
KHNS News – May 11, 2016
Haines public health office falls victim to budget cuts; Haines Assembly backs Chilkoot bear monitor; Bear mauling victim released from hospital; Haines teacher protests non-retention decision.
KHNS News – April 27, 2016
After withdrawals, Haines Assembly chooses two more manager finalists; Aesthetics committee draws debate; Mountain goat researcher to present in Haines.
KHNS News – March 28, 2016
Haines, Skagway Democrats strongly favor Bernie Sanders; Haines Assembly to take up liquor license application, borough manager evaluation; Two local teams score victories at Gold Medal basketball tournament.
KHNS News – Feb. 29, 2016
Lookout Park may combine with waterfront walking trail; Upper Lynn Canal residents encouraged to speak out about proposed state budget cuts; Haines gears up for PPP; StoryCorps: traditional Gei San Dancers' leader Paulina Phillips
KHNS News – Feb.2, 2016
A new bill would give power to the legislature for Outstanding Resource Water designations; Public input sought for the new police chief and borough manager in Haines; Haines School District returns to old bell schedule
KHNS News – Jan. 26, 2016
Haines, Skagway committees consider borough involvement in pot businesses; Adaptive skiing offers freedom to young and old.
KHNS News – Dec. 17, 2015
Freeride World Tour gets wiggle room to scout out of bounds; Haines new interim manager hopes to make positive changes.
KHNS News – Nov. 11, 2015
NTSB report says fuel gauges read empty before Lynn Canal plane crash; Haines warms up to biomass heat; Eagle Foundation offers first public tours of aviaries.
KNHS News – Sept. 21, 2015
Haines Borough Assembly Candidates talk economy, small boat harbor in forum; Noise study to be presented at Haines meeting this week; Southeast Conference wraps up in Prince Rupert.
KHNS News – July 23, 2015
AT&T customers in Skagway lose landline and cell service today; Filing periods are approaching for October municipal elections in Haines and Skagway.
KHNS News – June 18, 2015
Three bears shot in Haines; Kluane Chilkat Bike Relay draws 1,300 cyclists; Red Chris Mine get final environmental permit; Haines workshop teaches intimate art of portrait painting.
KHNS News – Feb. 18, 2015
An amended state budget calls for less drastic cuts than previously proposed to community jails including the one in Haines; Two Tlingit masks on Antiques Roadshow are drawing questions from Southeast Alaskans; A citizens’ panel continues wrestling with the future of...
KHNS News – Feb. 3, 2015
The largest potential timber sale in the Haines State Forest in 20 years is up for public comment this week; Gov. Walker hires back two transportation officials who left their jobs during the Parnell administration; Pot smoke ban added to Juneau's indoor smoking ban.
KHNS News – Jan. 29, 2015
Two Haines small businesses stand out over more than 20 around Southeast and win the Path to Prosperity competition; a tidelands agreement between Skagway and the White Pass Yukon Railroad will likely be made public soon.