Month: December 2011

A Wrangell physician and his employer have filed a civil suit against Wrangell Medical Center, over the loss of medical privileges.

Crowds gathered in downtown Wrangell Friday evening for this year’s Festival of Lights tree lighting ceremony. KSTK’s Charlotte Duren has this audio post card of the night’s events.

Wrangell’s downtown civic center has undergone a holiday transformation. Trees of all shapes, sizes, and décor are now up for bid, all apart of Wrangell’s 6th annual Christmas Tree Lane. KSTK’s Charlotte Duren talks with volunteers and organizer Jacquie Dozier about the event and how the decorated trees give back to the community.

Groups from around Southeast Alaska have been examining the region’s recreation, energy, timber, and ocean product industries. They’re trying to develop initiatives to enhance the area’s economy. Meanwhile, Wrangell is looking at its own product potential and how it can fit into what’s being called the Southeast Cluster Development Initiative.