Three separate incidents of high winds since Nov. 28 knocked down trees, downed at least 14 sections of power lines, and blew out a landmark sign downtown. Multiple power outages came when wet snow and strong winds combined early on Thursday, Dec. 1, taking down trees that hit power lines in Highland Estates, and on […]
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Four wrestlers make state; Jimmy Thomsen wins top tourney award
Notching five pins in five matches, Haines High School junior Jimmy Thomsen was named outstanding wrestler of the tournament at the Southeast region championship last weekend. Thomsen’s weight-division victory was a first for the squad. He and three teammates qualified for the state championship this weekend in Nikiski. About 150 wrestlers from 16 Southeast schools […]
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In bumper year, fleet frets about wild runs’ fate
Gillnet fishermen in Lynn Canal harvested salmon worth $9.38 million in 2011, with nearly 80 percent of the catch value coming from hatchery-raised chum. Fishermen netted 1.11 million chum, a new record, topping bumper returns in 2008 (1.07 million) and in 2006 (1.09 million). A strong price – 85 cents per pound – helped make the season […]
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Borough to take over solid waste authority? Firms make appeal to leaders
Haines Borough Assembly members discussed hiring a consultant and appointing a task force Tuesday after two local trash companies and the president of the Haines Chamber of Commerce pleaded for increased borough participation in solid waste management. No action was taken during the committee-of-the-whole meeting, but the assembly is expected to revisit the topic at its […]
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KHNS has benefited from borough
KHNS has benefited greatly from the relationship with the borough regarding the Chilkat Center. We initiated a conversation months ago with the borough to update our agreement, not nullify it. I was sorry to see the figures and quotes taken out of context in the recent article. The breakdown of those numbers would reflect costs […]
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HARK grant bought animal books
The Haines Animal Rescue Kennel (HARK) would like to thank the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) for their recent grant. Their $250 matching grant allowed us to donate materials to the Haines Borough Public Library (HBPL). With this grant we were able to give the library over 30 different animal-related resources including pet training DVDs, animal behavior […]
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A vote for guys who move the snow
God bless the snowplow guys! Leslee Downer
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Hlavacek family grateful for support
We wish to thank all the people who sent food, money and best wishes to us in our time of need. To the staff at the clinic, the ambulance crew and everyone else who cares so much, thank you. Gladys Hlavacek and family
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Police Blotter
Monday, Nov. 28 A caller reported a minor vehicle accident at the Haines clinic parking lot. A customer paid a bill after being approached by police for not paying for services at a west side gas station. A caller reported a dispute about where snow was being piled up at an Allen Road property. Saturday, […]
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Duly Noted
State Rep. Bill Thomas, R-Haines, attended the Great Alaska Shootout in Anchorage last week, where he was honored with the Seawolves Service Award presented by UAA Chancellor Tom Case. Thomas was commended for his help securing a $2 million grant to support the Great Alaska Shootout. Thomas, a Shootout fan who also played basketball for […]