Clowns, elephants and wolves filled the Klukwan School gymnasium during their circus show on March 19. Students ages 4-13 years old performed choreographed routines for their families and community members before enjoying sushi made by one of the circus performers, Felix Benassi. Thirteen students performed, led by Klukwan teacher Tiffany DeWitt. The idea to do […]
Posted inThis Week in History
This Week in History: Alaska snowboarder wins, NSRAA funding cuts, church takes a ride
10 years ago – March 23, 2016 Alaska snowboarder Bell wins gold The Haines competition of the 2016 Freeride World Tour ended Monday with a victory by an Alaskan athlete and the cancellation of its live webcast because of an “extremely rare hardware issue” with a relaying satellite. Haines Borough Tourism Director Leslie Ross said […]
Posted inCommentary, Eating Well in the Chilkat Valley
Eating well in the Chilkat Valley: Edible plants in the Chilkat Valley
When it comes to foraging, the question I am asked often is, “Really? Stinging nettles are edible?” Since spring is on its way, let’s turn to stinging nettles, one of the first edibles to make a seasonal showing in the Chilkat Valley. Our stinging nettle ranges throughout much of Alaska south of the Arctic Circle, […]
Posted inLocal News
Sledding, sunshine in Haines as Juneau breaks snowfall record
There are more official ways to measure the amount of snowfall in Haines this year, but the sledding hill on Mount Riley Road might be the most fun way to do it. The sledding hill was first created after Donnie Turner built his house at the top of the hill on Mount Riley Road. About […]
Posted inLocal News, Government & Elections
Assembly briefs: ADUs return, trouble in the garden, severance tax arguments voiced
ADUs return The assembly heard a first salvo of public pushback to a proposal that would allow additional small housing units in residential neighborhoods. Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, have been described as a starting point for adding housing stock to the borough. Proponents over the past year have pitched it as a marginal change. […]
Posted inDuly Noted
Duly Noted: Eight-ball Tournament, gardening and more
The 11th annual Aaron Nash Memorial Eight-ball Tournament was held at the Fogcutter Bar on St. Patrick’s Day along with the Chamber of Commerce Pot o’ Gold 50/50 raffle. There was corned beef and cabbage and plenty of winning. Amanda Brandon at the Chamber of Commerce announced the big winner of the raffle was Stuart […]
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Chilkat Valley tourism should not compromise environmental integrity
I support tourism in the Chilkat Valley as long as it does not compromise the integrity of the community and the environment. Paying visitors to come here is a sad state of affairs, which lowers our community’s value. Many years ago, I was at a child’s birthday party with my 8-year-old daughter. As we were […]
Posted inNews, Local News
Assembly fails to overturn heliport decision
George and Lynette Campbell still do not have a permit for their 26 Mile heliport after their appeal to the assembly Tuesday. The controversy, which began in 2023, has become quite complicated. The written record for the permit decision reviewed by the assembly this week ran over 1,000 pages. As has become the norm on […]
Posted inBlotter
Blotter: March 15 – March 21
Sunday, March 15 A caller on Second Avenue reported a sign obstructing traffic. An officer and Public Works were notified. Monday, March 16 A caller in Haines reported stolen property being sold on the internet. An officer responded. Tuesday, March 17 An officer in the 300 block of Haines Highway assisted another agency. A caller […]
Posted inHaines Herring
Haines Herring: Matanuska Ferry To Take Final Voyage to Haines
A new partnership has been forged to solve a number of longstanding local issues: the need for more affordable housing for younger residents, the replacement of floats in Letnikof Cove, increased year-round employment, and the need for a self-contained, full-entertainment venue with a great view. Alaska Clean Water Advocacy and Haines Packing Company are teaming […]