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Haines’ summer holiday weekend roundup: First Friday and Fourth of July events
Haines has a jam-packed summer holiday weekend coming up, with First Friday artist exhibitions around town as well as celebrating the 4th of July. KHNS’ Corinne Smith has this roundup. This holiday weekend is kicking off with First Friday, with several artists...
Skagway’s school needs a kitchen, the Assembly has an empty seat, and there’s $2 million to spend
The Skagway Assembly meets on Thursday night. The highlights are sure to include: a potential pause on the food truck concept as a stop-gap for the school’s kitchen, further discussion of how to use the NCL Holdings $2 million donation, and how to fill a vacant...
Flood Advisory Alert issued for Chilkat and Klehini Rivers as heatwave produces more run-off
On Monday, the National Weather Service in Juneau issued a flood advisory alert for the Chilkat and Klehini Rivers. KHNS’ Corinne Smith spoke with senior meteorologist Nicole Ferrin, who said it’s caused by warm temperatures and run-off. Nicole Ferrin: “We’ve had some...
Alaska State Senator Jesse Kiehl helps break down the state budget proceedings
The Alaska House of Representatives has staved off a state government shutdown by passing their version of the state budget. Governor Dunleavy has called lawmakers back into special session in August to finalize the budget, and there are several weighty issues left to...
COVID-19 rates continue to surge in Canada’s Yukon Territory
Canada’s Yukon Territory continues to see COVID-19 case rates climb during what officials are now calling the territory’s first wave of the pandemic. Officials announced an additional 44 cases over the weekend bringing the pandemic totals to over 300. KHNS’ Mike...
Moose safety: Stay away from mother moose and young, and never try to ‘rescue’ a baby moose
More people are injured by moose than bears in Alaska each year. Now with the moose calving season coming to an end, Upper Lynn Canal’s wildlife biologists caution the public to be alert of moose and their young, and always keep a distance. While it can be...
Skagway hosts a drag show at Dedman Stage to celebrate Pride month
Skagway is breaking out the drag costumes and rolling out the red carpet this weekend for its first major Pride event of the month. Gigi Monroe and her Juneau-based drag troop The Kings and Queens of Juneau Drag will host the proceedings at the Dedman Stage at Seven...
Haines debates the redevelopment of Lutak Dock, how to pay for it, and the future of the economy
Haines is debating how to renovate the Lutak Dock, how to finance it, and how it will be used. As KHNS’ Corinne Smith reports from the second Lutak Dock town hall, the public heard from potential economic development partners, financial backers, and discussed the...
Clean up of Skagway’s contaminated harbor has stalled yet again
Environmental regulators have made themselves clear: Skagway’s harbor is contaminated with lead and zinc near the ore dock. Over 30 years ago White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad, which leases the dock, was told by those regulators to clean it up. White Pass says they...
Community gathers in Haines to honor children, and all those impacted by the violent legacy of Native boarding schools
In Haines, members of the Alaska Native community gathered to honor the children and all those impacted by the violent legacy of Native boarding schools. This follows the discovery of hundreds unmarked graves at at least two former boarding schools in Canada that has...
Newscasts
Local News for Jan. 22, 2014
Mp3 File:news01-22-14.mp3Community turns out to discuss future of Mosquito Lake School; How human acoustics affect marine mammals; Local tribe helps bring attention to fraud. Downloadable file (optional):
Local news for Dec. 5, 2013
Mp3 File:news12-05-13.mp3A local resident reflects on the life of Nelson Mandela; What was going on 80 years ago during Prohibition in Skagway and Haines? Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for November 21, 2013
Mp3 File:news11-21.13.mp3Preventive health programs come to Southeast (Woolsey). And, Haines skiers take design into their own hands (Bicknell). Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Sept. 17, 2013
Mp3 File:news09-17-13.mp3Haines mayor back from a hospitalization; There's 16 applicants for Haines police chief position; Coho run strong; Fort Seward bulidings get a facelift; Moose count update. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for July 15, 2013
Mp3 File:news07-15-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Shuttle ferry design study released; Yukon fires send haze over Southeast; Skagway Assembly chooses spot for public safety building; Southeast barge service showdown. Read the Alaska Class Ferry design study...
Local News for June 26, 2013
Mp3 File:news66-26-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer The Haines Assembly changes elections proceedures; a look at traditional foods. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for June 12, 2013
Mp3 File:news06-12-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer The Haines Borough Assembly adopts a budget; a Listener Commentary. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for April 17, 2013
Mp3 File:news_4-17-13.mp3Broadcaster: Tara Bicknell, in for Margaret Friedenauer An agreement between the Haines Borough and Police Chief. Arts events around the fjord show off local talent. Capital budget passed by the House. ...
Local News for March 14, 2013
Mp3 File:news03-14-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Confusion persists about who leads Klukwan Inc.; Skagway Assembly meets Friday to choose a new manager; Haines Assembly meets Friday to discuss the police chief; sea otter bounty proposal. Downloadable file...
Local News for Jan. 22, 2013
Mp3 File:newssecond01-22-13.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer More news on the Alaska Class Ferry project; a study on sockeye salmon comes up short; Skagway continues its search for a manager. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Jan. 8, 2013
Mp3 File:13news.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Klukwan Inc. shutters its office and changes leadership; Skagway wants more response to ore dock repairs. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News 12-21-12
Mp3 File:newsfisheries12_21_12.mp3Broadcaster: Adam Richard Alaska Fisheries Report. Thanks to KMXT and Jay Barett. Happy Holidays! Downloadable file (optional):
Local News for Dec. 12, 2012
Mp3 File:news12-12-12.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Haines Borough Assembly decides against a vehicle registration tax for now; Southeast won't have Native representation in the new legislature. Downloadable file (optional):
Local News Nov. 29, 2012
Mp3 File:Newsweb11-19-12.mp3Broadcaster: Margaret Friedenauer Haines Borough Assembly wrap-up; MacBeth comes to Haines this weekend; a new fishery observer program concerns fishermen; an ode to Twinkies. Downloadable file (optional):
Newscast – June 22, 2018
Haines Assembly responds to UA regents meeting; Skagway Assembly passes FY19 budget.
KHNS News – April 26, 2017
Schnabel selected as Haines manager in emotional meeting; Case resigns from assembly; Haines swimmers head to Alaska Junior Olympics
KHNS News – June 6, 2016
White Pass herbicide spraying set for this month; Judge sends Skagway raptor tour application back to planners who denied it.
KHNS News – May 20,2016
Downtown park idea sparks debate; Haines gets a boost for biomass; Wordsmiths unite in Skagway
KHNS News – April 14, 2016
Snowboarder injured in Haines avalanche; Haines police chief, manager search draws dozens of applicants; 800,000 cruise visitors expected for Skagway 2016 season.
KHNS News – March 10, 2016
Freeride World Tour lands in Haines next week; Splash-o-Rama event hopes to bolster support for Haines pool; Musher Libby Riddles, a frequenter of Southeast, talks dogs and cats.