Last year, the story of summer trolling was a remarkable chum harvest. This year, silvers are in the spotlight.
KCAW - Sitka
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Sitkans push for vote on cruise visitor limits
This summer, cruise ships brought around 560,000 people to Sitka, breaking last year’s record.
Sitka’s tourism boom has brought a staggering increase in cigarette butts
What started as a community cleanup has become a legitimate scientific study.
Audio Postcard: A Sitkan’s pilgrimage to Arhoolie Records
For Sitkan Suzanne Portello, the passing of roots music icon Chris Strachwitz was an invitation for a pilgrimage back to Down Home Music in the Bay Area.
Sunflower stars take center stage in kelp research
Sea stars may not intimidate us humans, but to a population of sea urchins, they’re a formidable predator.
SEARHC to close Sitka’s home health department
Some Sitkans are concerned that both the expense and quality of end-of-life care will change dramatically.