A Haines man has been released on bail and with an ankle monitor after police say he attacked his brother at an apartment on Main Street. Police responded to a call from another relative asking for an officer to respond to a fight between the two brothers. In most cases, the Chilkat Valley News does […]
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ConocoPhillips plans large layoffs, potentially slowing or reversing Alaska’s oilfield jobs growth
The top oil-producing company in Alaska is planning significant layoffs, it announced last week. In a series of statements, the oil giant ConocoPhillips said it will be firing between 20% and 25% of its global workforce of about 13,000 people. That would mean between 2,600 and 3,250 layoffs worldwide. “We are always looking at how […]
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Norton is a fair-minded candidate for borough assembly
Elections are coming up soon for Haines Borough. I’m voting for longtime Haines resident John Norton. When John retired from his job as a science teacher in Juneau, he moved to Haines. Although you may not recognize his name you have surely seen the impact of his volunteer efforts. If you’ve ever been to a […]
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Give Norton your vote for Assembly
When it comes to supporting our community, John Norton definitely fits the bill. And now he is running for Borough Assembly, an often thankless and under-appreciated job. John already supports Haines behind the scenes: as a former volunteer EMT and firefighter; has led the local search-and-rescue team; and is a regular volunteer for the recycle […]
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Thank you to the talented artists who exhibited work
The Four Winds Resource Center would like to thank all of the talented local artists that exhibited their work at the third Annual Art Exhibition on th Aug. 23 at the Mosquito Lake School. The artwork was displayed on beautiful display panels purchased through a grant from the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation. More than 75 […]
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More billionaire influence means a less healthy America
In late 1799, George Washington was still able-bodied in his late 60s. He caught what appeared to be a respiratory illness and in the ensuing days his esteemed physicians “bled” him four times before he died. The same useless “treatment” was used in antiquity. Civil War surgeons routinely performed field amputations without hand washing. Three […]
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Sargent is the best candidate for assembly
We would be hard-pressed to find a better candidate for the Haines Borough Assembly than Eben Sargent. With his strong work ethic, dedication and willingness to compromise, Eben exemplifies the leadership qualities and skills needed for the job. Eben’s problem-solving ability and his attention to detail were consistently exhibited as a member of the Haines […]
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Sargent will bring no-nonsense approach to assembly
We’re writing to express our strong support for Eben Sargent in the upcoming assembly election. Eben brings a thoughtful, no-nonsense approach to local government — just what we need during a time of serious financial strain. He’s committed to tackling our budget challenges head-on by investing more time in year-round financial planning and exploring new […]
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Versatile former Haines resident dies in Arkansas
Former Haines resident Loyd Lee King died Aug. 7, 2025, in Salem, Ark. He was born June 5, 1942, to Jack W. King and Bertha Price King in Corpus Christi, Texas. One of six children, King found happiness and fulfillment with constant reinvention through his lifetime, friends and family said. He served in the U.S. […]
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This Week in History: Insurance rates, a “new economy” and no money for a border station
10 years ago Insurance rates are rising for homeowners in the upper valley, the result of a diminished rating of the Klehini Valley Fire Department by the Insurance Services Office (ISO). The ISO about two years ago downgraded the department’s rating from “8” to “10,” the lowest score possible. Ratings are based on factors like […]