American Rivers, a national advocacy group opposed to mining and energy development in wilderness areas, says the two Southeast Alaska rivers are “at a crossroads.”
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Experimental tilapia skin burn treatment heals Haines dog
A California vet traveled to Haines to teach local vets how to use the tilapia fish skins to heal burned animals — and help save a local dog’s life.
Alaska Department of Health and Social Services suspends thousands of senior benefits payments
The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services has suspended payments for some recipients of the state’s Senior Benefits Program due to a lack of funding.
Klukwan students learn the art of scientific illustration
The artist and scientific illustrator who spent a week working with students at the Klukwan School says scientific sketching is less about the final product than the process.
Court rules against Klukwan, conservation groups in mine exploration lawsuit
A federal court ruled Friday that the Bureau of Land Management does not have to consider future impacts of mine development before approving activities for mineral exploration in the Chilkat Valley.
Alaska Legislature recognizes Tlingit code talkers for their efforts during WWII
The Legislature adopted a citation recognizing the contributions of Tlingit code talkers during World War II. During floor sessions, lawmakers spoke about the outsized role Alaska Natives have played in the military.
In rural communities, jails house psychiatric patients awaiting transport to hospitals
When Alaska residents go through a severe mental health crisis, many rural clinics lack the resources to ensure their safety. About 10 patients are held in the Haines rural jail each year awaiting transport to hospitals.
AMHS announces another change to Alaska Class Ferry rollout
The Alaska Marine Highway System announced more changes to the Alaska Class Ferry rollout this week, but the summer schedule is still uncertain. A spokesperson says the new plan will get Alaska Class Ferries in service sooner and save money.
Centuries later, a Tlingit artist’s work still inspires woodcarvers — and entices private collectors
A rattle attributed to woodcarver Kadjisdu.axch, who lived 200 years ago in a village near modern-day Wrangell, recently sold at auction for $504,500. The Tlingit artist influences carvers in Southeast Alaska to this day.
Haines students learn how to survive in the great outdoors — in winter
The Haines Borough Public Library and the Haines Sheldon Museum are teaming up to offer a week of survival skills classes for kids. The program gets kids outdoors while they learn practical outdoor skills.