The June 14 Sea Princess docking in Haines is cancelled, according to Princess Cruises. “Operational setbacks” are forcing the ship to change its itinerary, according to a press release. Sea Princess will come to Haines August 23 as scheduled.
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Shtumpa begins bike trailer sales
Local T-shirt design company Shtumpa is now offering bike trailers for sale under the name Shtumpa Metal Works. Brothers and business partners Kevin and Eric Forster are selling bike trailers made of mostly recycled materials including salvaged metals like bed frames and car parts. Kevin said Eric completed a welding course over the winter and […]
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Taxi service offers electric alternative
A new taxi service is offering an electric alternative to gas transportation. The Z Taxi pedicab offers service throughout town, including to the ferry terminal and airport. People can hail the cab on the street or tours are available for booking. Z Taxi is owned and operated by Mountain Rymon and Zelda Layne. The couple […]
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Olerud’s Market getting facelift
Olerud’s Market Center is sprucing up its storefront. The grocery and apparel store on Main Street is renovating its exterior to add new siding, new doors and handicap-accessible ramps at each end of the building. Plans for the exterior also include a new Olerud’s sign, railings and a covered entrance. Manager Doug Olerud said the […]
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New ABEF paving a combined effort
The estimated cost of the American Bald Eagle Foundation’s new asphalt parking lot paved last month is about $250,000, according to Roger Schnabel, Southeast Roadbuilders president, who donated a portion of the project. “We didn’t have the money to do it,” said Cheryl McRoberts, ABEF director of operations. “At some spots, the pavement is eight […]
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Rabbits on the run: Population booming
Burgeoning numbers of feral rabbits are munching local gardens and prompting calls to borough and animal control officials. Some residents, however, enjoy them. “I think they’re really cute, but I don’t have a vegetable garden,” said Fort Seward resident Sarah Elliott. Deishu Drive resident Mike Case said in cooler weather he’s seen dozens of brown […]
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Borough seeks interest for revived committee
The Haines Borough is accepting applications for its re-established Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee through 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 21. The Haines Borough Assembly last month adopted an ordinance that revived an advisory committee for parks and recreation programs. The committee’s members would serve staggered, three-year terms. Those interested in the mayor-appointed committee should submit a letter of interest […]
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Thomas backs Parnell’s tax plan
In a recent interview, state Rep. Bill Thomas explained his support for Gov. Sean Parnell’s plan to roll back taxes on companies that explore for oil in Alaska, a proposal that would cost the state treasury as much as $2 billion per year. Parnell’s plan was approved by the state House of Representatives but was blocked in […]
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Survey: Rec center wanted most
Survey results presented at Friday’s Haines Borough comprehensive plan town hall meeting showed strong support for a community recreation center, road maintenance and improvement and Small Boat Harbor upgrades. “When we have elections in town, the community is split right down the middle,” said resident Thad Stewart. “The survey, to me, says that maybe we can find […]
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King derby nets a slew of salmon
The 33rd annual King Salmon Derby concluded Sunday with a whopping one-day take of 41 kings. Resident Bob Piper, with his 39-pound catch, edged his wife, Tammy, for the win. “I’ve been doing the derby 10 years now, and Sunday was the most fish in one day,” said Kim Larson, event co-chair. The derby, centered […]