Regarding restricting my Chilkat Valley News letters to the editor to one per month, apparently my letters attempting to address local economic development, energy, community beautification and borough-related issues not normally found in your paper only demonstrates that you can and will control local news, personal views and ideas which could impact the viability of […]
Posted inThank You Letters
Grateful for Haines public servants
My family and I would like to thank the efforts of the dedicated members of our fire department, forest service, and the helicopter crew who worked to control the 7-Mile Saddle fire. As we watched the helicopter make many trips, we reflected on some of the issues facing our community. These dedicated people are risking […]
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Driving range a hit for BBBS
Big Brothers Big Sisters enjoyed a fun, sunny day at the driving range on Saturday, July 23rd. The driving range activity has been donated to our matches annually by Stan and Kathy Jones. Thanks again to the Jones family for another great day at the Valley of the Eagles Golf Links. Burl Sheldon, Haines Community […]
Posted inDuly Noted
Duly Noted
Kay Dunning is in Haines through the fair to visit her mother June Haas. Kay is a recent "empty nester" now that her son Michael is graduated from high school. Michael will attend University of Minnesota where his sister Ryanne is entering her senior year. Michael recently earned his Eagle Scout badge and will celebrate […]
Posted inNews, Elections
Candidate filing period ends Friday
The candidate filing period for the Haines Borough’s October municipal election closes Friday. As of Wednesday morning, July 20, four candidates had been certified to run for office: John Brower, Stephanie Scott and incumbent Mayor Jan Hill in the mayoral race and incumbent Jerry Lapp for the Haines Borough Assembly. The filing period opened July 11. Information on additional filers was unavailable this […]
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Two wildfires reported Tuesday
Fire officials responded to two wildfires this week. A small fire at Taiyasanka Harbor was reported Tuesday morning, according to forester Roy Josephson. He said it was about a quarter acre and probably originated from a campfire not extinguished properly. “The conditions are so dry right now, if a fire gets started, it burns readily,” […]
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Man kills self in downtown home
A Haines man died Monday after an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest. Police, emergency personnel and an Alaska State Parks ranger staged outside Kevery Strunk’s Second Avenue residence after an acquaintance called 911 to report Strunk was threatening to kill himself. The acquaintance, while standing outside the home, also reported hearing a single […]
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ATV ordinance postponed until September; Police chief opposes, citing safety concerns
Adoption of a proposed ordinance to permit the operation of all-terrain vehicles on Haines Borough streets and roads has been postponed until at least September. The Haines Borough Assembly on Tuesday discussed the ordinance following its second public hearing. Members moved to place the ordinance on the agenda for a regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 13, so adjustments could […]
Posted inNews, Elections
Vick spared from recall
Haines Borough clerk Julie Cozzi on July 21 rejected an application for the recall of assemblyman Steve Vick, on the recommendation of borough attorney Brooks Chandler. Cozzi approved the recall applications for Haines Borough Assembly members Daymond Hoffman and Joanne Waterman on the single charge they failed to perform their duties when they voted June 13 to set a special election instead of […]
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Former resident enjoys visit
Five years ago, after selling our vacation home at Oslund Drive, my husband and I visited Haines. Now alone, I returned for a visit for three beautiful weeks of sunshine and warmth and I enjoyed Haines and its wonderful surroundings once more. It’s amazing how the town made efforts: clean, new and attractive extensions, friendly […]