Month: August 2011

The Wrangell Borough Assembly held a regular meeting Tuesday evening and at forefront of discussion were a number of upcoming projects, and the recognition of some local heroes. KSTK’s Charlotte Duren has more.

October elections are right around the corner, and Wrangell city officials are urging the public to get involved and ready to vote. KSTK’s Charlotte Duren has more on what board seats are opening this year and how to get involved in the process.

Long time Wrangell Chamber of Commerce organizers, Tis Peterman and Haley Waddington recently stepped down from their positions, and with their exits, Wrangell welcomes new Chamber Director Tessa Appleman to the position. KSTK’s Charlotte Duren has more on new hire and upcoming events being planned by the chamber.

Adze work is in full swing at the Wrangell Carving Shed. This past week master carvers have been offering locals the chance to learn how to craft their own tool and begin adzing training, in the hopes of developing a group of local carvers in Wrangell. KSTK’s Charlotte Duren has more on the adzing classes as well as the next stages of the Chief Shakes Tribal House restoration project.

The Wrangell Cooperative Association says sometime on the night of Saturday, August 13th a fire and party was held on the back side of the island and tribal house. WCA Events Coordinator Britany Lindley says the remains of a fire just 10-ft from the tribal house as well as empty beer containers were found on the island.