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Yacht rally cancellation disappoints Wrangell businesses
The Salty Dog Rally was expected to bring 40 yachts and a lot of business to Wrangell this week. The rally was canceled after the Wrangell Chamber of Commerce and local businesses put time, effort and money into planning for the influx of tourists. more
Wrangell dancers take Celebration 2014 stage
The Old Willow Town Dancers, with students in the community’s Johnson-O’Malley Program, performed at Celebration 2014 in Juneau. more
Wrangell paddlers complete journey to Celebration 2014
Canoes landed on a crowded beach in Juneau Wednesday to kick off the Southeast Alaska Native festival known as Celebration 2014. Alicia Chilton and Ken Hoyt were two paddlers who have roots in Wrangell.
Chilton was born and raised in … more
State turns over Meyers Chuck dock ownership
Wrangell officials have agreed to take over the Meyers Chuck dock. The state will provide funds for a replacement. more
Mark Mitchell appointed to Wrangell Assembly
Wrangell’s newest Borough Assembly member is a relatively recent arrival. Mark Mitchell calls himself a semi-retired Colorado rancher. more
Wrangell utility rates to increase about 5 percent
Borough Manager Jeff Jabusch says electric rates will go up 5 percent across the board next month. Water, sewer and garbage fees will increase between 4 and 6 percent. more
Southeast loses 10 school superintendents
More than half of Southeast Alaska’s school districts have hired new superintendents this year. Why are so many leaving and what impact will that have? more
No free ride for Southeast legislative candidates
All Southeast legislative incumbents face challengers this year. A dozen people put their names in the hat by Monday’s filing deadline. more
Wrangell timber sale plan moving forward
The U.S. Forest Service is moving closer to selling old-growth timber stands on roaded areas of Wrangell Island. more
Wrangell’s new boat lift is up and running
Wrangell’s new boat lift hauled its first vessel out of the water over the weekend. more
PATCHY FOG IN THE MORNING. SHOWERS IN THE MORNING...THEN RAIN IN THE AFTERNOON. HIGHS AROUND 61. SOUTHEAST WIND 10 MPH.
