Local News
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Wrangell Assembly preview: Alder Top Subdivision and finance obligations between school and borough
The first phase of a borough-owned subdivision is nearing completion at mile 5 of Zimovia Highway. Alder Top Subdivision will ultimately increase Wrangell’s housing availability by roughly two dozen homes, for now.
Wrangell schools face fewer teachers and class changes next year
Odile Meister just learned that she will lose her job at both Evergreen Elementary and Wrangell High School. The classes are different, though.
Five Wrangell Middle School wrestlers place in state tournament; one returns home as first-place state champion
Eighth grader Arabella Nore surprised herself while wrestling on the mat during the 49th Annual Tanana Individual Wrestling Tournament. She pinned her opponent in the final, even though she was losing by one in the third round, ultimately leading her to return back to Wrangell as a first-place state champion.
Southeast News
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After a five-year closure, Hoonah Sound reopens to subsistence shrimp harvest
Subsistence fishing for spot prawns in Hoonah Sound won’t quite be like the days prior to 2020,...
Gov. Dunleavy’s BSA proposal could mean more cuts for Sitka’s schools
Hours before the Sitka Assembly met last night (4-22-25), the Alaska Legislature failed to...
Talk On The Rock
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Talk on the Rock: Lucy Robinson on what’s going on this season at Parks and Rec
Episode 53: Wrangell's Park and Rec Director Lucy Robinson chatted with KSTK's News Director Colette Czarnecki about upcoming events. This includes a sprint triathlon and a playground revitalization planning presentation. Additionally, the recreation and community center will close beginning May 5 for repairs and administrative needs. Although the pool will be closed until August, Robinson said the fitness center will reopen late May.
Tlingit Phrase
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Wrangell’s Tlingit Phrase of the Week
Tlingit Phrase of the Week is a project launched to help with the survival and renewal of the Tlingit language in Wrangell. Each phrase speaks to Wrangell’s seasons and the Tlingit way of life. April, month before everything hatches.
Learning Tlingit Language
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Mia’s Gift
Mia's Gift is a local podcast created and hosted by Mia Wiederspohn of Wrangell, Alaska. Mia's Gift teaches Tlingit language, preserves a precious culture, educates and delights. Enjoy!
Application of Learning Tlingit Language
Join teacher Virginia Oliver and Beginning Tlingit Language student Mia Wiederspohn and learn Tlingit phrases, words, vowels and consonants.
Alaska News
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Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, April 24, 2025
State lawmakers consider yet another education funding bill. Plus, a University of Alaska graduate...
Alaska Senate plans to vote Monday on new education bill with $700 funding boost
The new version of House Bill 57, a House-approved bill requiring school districts to regulate...
3 found dead at Anchorage U-Med District home
Police say officers responding Wednesday night to conduct a welfare check at an East 42nd Avenue...
NPR
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In a reversal, the Trump administration restores funding for women’s health study
The unexpected elimination of funding for the decades-long research project focused on...
DOGE dismantling foreign aid agency started by George W. Bush
The Millenium Challenge Corporation, focused on boosting economic growth abroad, could essentially...
Americans are protesting the Trump administration. Do they work?
When you think of a successful protest movement, most Americans probably think of the American...
Borough Assembly Meeting
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Wrangell Borough Assembly meeting – April 22, 2025
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Location: Borough Assembly Chambers WS from 6:00 to 7:00 PM | Regular Assembly meeting at 7:00 PM
Wrangell Borough Assembly meeting – March 26, 2025
Tuesday, March 25, 2025Location: Borough Assembly Chambers 6:00 PM
Wrangell Borough Assembly meeting – March 11, 2025
Tuesday, March 11, 2025Location: Borough Assembly Chambers 6:00 PM
