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An international ski competition returned to Haines last week for the first time in nearly a decade. Organizers shifted the event two full days earlier than planned to take advantage of a short spurt of clear skies. As Avery Ellfeldt reports for the Alaska Desk, those involved say the move was well worth the logistical […]

A Haines resident is previewing his movie in Southeast Alaska before its official release next month. Aaron Davidman is bringing the film “American Solitaire” to Haines, Skagway and Juneau starting this week. It’s the story of a veteran returning home and learning how to integrate. Davidman calls it a “quiet film.” But, it deals with […]

The Haines Borough Assembly spent back‑to‑back nights untangling some of the valley’s most divisive issues — from a 26‑Mile heliport appeal, to a Lutak Dock settlement offer, to a failing Tanani Bay sewer outfall and a sweeping “Safety Belt” framework for heavy industry. KHNS reporter Brandon Wilks has more.

The Haines Glacial Bears Cheerleading Team won first place at Regionals for the second year in a row. They leave March 14 for the chilly drive to Anchorage to compete in State. KHNS’ Melinda Munson spoke with their coach about the team’s strengths and what lessons the girls will keep forever. And, this upcoming cruise […]

Both the Skagway and the Haines Drama, Debate and Forensics teams made impressive showings at the state tournament in early March. Skagway was named the Division II State Runner-Up and Haines’ coach was honored with the Coach of the Year title. KHNS’ Melinda Munson has the details.

There are dozens of public use cabins across southeast Alaska that offer residents and visitors unique camping opportunities in remote places. Skagway, for instance, has three – with another on the way. But there’s only one in Haines. It’s known as the Tukga Hut. The cabin was built by volunteers, is run by a nonprofit […]

The Haines Glacier Bears boys basketball team are regional champions for the first time in 16 years. The team didn’t have much time to celebrate as they headed straight to Anchorage from Juneau to compete in State. KHNS reporter Melinda Munson has this story. And, Juneau musician Taylor Dallas Vidic has joined a lot of […]

The March 10 Haines Assembly meeting is almost here. An ordinance proposed by two Assembly members, nicknamed the Safety Belt Ordinance, addresses how to manage possible future economic growth and its environmental impacts. And, the Assembly will again discuss cell phone towers. They will also review a recent Planning and Zoning decision. The Chilkat Valley […]

Over the next week, more than 100 people from around the world will arrive in Haines for a backcountry ski competition, known as the Freeride World Tour. Borough staff and local businesses are in the throes of preparing for the tour, which hasn’t come to Alaska in almost a decade. Complicating that process, organizers say, […]

Little Dippers Learning Center is Skagway’s only year-round childcare facility. As the town struggles to provide enough childcare, the center has made changes to stay solvent and attract workers. Now, the center is hiring its fourth administrator in three years. KHNS’ Melinda Munson explores the highs and lows of small-town childcare.

The Haines Borough Public Library was recognized with a national award last month for general excellence. The Alaska Desk’s Avery Ellfeldt sat down with the library’s director to learn more. Also in the news, British Columbia is proposing to limit U.S.-based Tribes from government consultations related to environmental projects. Tribes in Southeast Alaska and Washington […]

For the first time in 33 years, the Skagway boys basketball team walked away from the Region V, 1A Tournament in first place. And their coach expects great things from them at the upcoming state tournament. KHNS reporter Melinda Munson spoke to the athletes as the community welcomed them home. And, the Arctic Winter Games […]

Skagway’s latest assembly meeting featured reports on an international mining conference, citizen concerns of how border issues could affect Skagway and a final decision on the Main Street Rehabilitation Project. There will be green strips. KHNS’ Melinda Munson has the details.

There is just one septic pumping company in Skagway and it’s allowed to empty its truck into the municipal’s wastewater treatment plant once per week. The owner of the septic service warns that might not be enough to keep Skagway smelling sweet. KHNS’ Melinda Munson reports.

Representatives from the mining industry gathered in Vancouver, British Columbia last week for an annual conference. But opponents of a mineral exploration project outside Haines seized on the opportunity for their own purposes. They launched an ad campaign to send one key message: “Leave our valley.” The Alaska Desk’s Avery Ellfeldt reports.

With only 1,000 year-round residents and over 10,000 cruise ship visitors a day, Skagway is sometimes used as a cautionary tale for other cruise ship ports developing their tourism plans. But how do locals feel about the town’s tourism? A recent study of Skagwegians shows sentiment towards tourism is positive for a majority of residents. […]

Skagway School’s preschool enrollment is growing. While that’s good news for the community, it’s making it difficult to find classroom space and funding for the program. The Skagway School Board discussed possible solutions at last Friday’s community forum. KHNS’ Melinda Munson has more.

American Cruise Lines withdrew their $4 million offer to help rebuild Haines’ Letnikof Dock in exchange for docking a 270-foot vessel. The borough held a town hall to explore why the offer was rescinded, if the community has an appetite for public/private partnerships and how a new dock can move forward. KHNS reporter Melinda Munson […]

The Haines Borough Assembly tackled a surprisingly short agenda Tuesday night — but the meeting still stretched past four hours as members debated where to put a cell tower and whether the state should open the entire Haines State Forest to logging. The Assembly also adopted federal and state priority lists and moved to keep […]

The second regular session of the 34th Alaska Legislature recently kicked off last week – and the state’s ongoing fiscal crisis is front and center. State Senator Jesse Kiehl represents Haines, Klukwan, Skagway, Juneau and Gustavus. The Alaska Desk’s Avery Ellfeldt caught up with Kiehl this week (1/28) to learn more about what’s ahead – and […]