In a nod to Diabetes Awareness Month, a new community program in Haines challenges residents to do one thing: walk.

Beginning on Nov. 18, individuals are invited to walk quarter-mile laps inside the Haines School to increase their strength, flexibility and endurance.

Community Education Director at the Haines Borough School District, Earleen Lloyd is partnering with SEARHC nurse and certified diabetic educator Lisa Schwartz to bring “Walk Fit” to Haines. The program, designed by…