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It’s the time of year for Haine’s nonprofits to be awarded municipal funding. That process might take longer this year, and look different, as at least one assembly member expressed concern about the municipal budget and a necessity for belt-tightening.โดย KHNS Radio | KHNS FM
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When the owner of Haines’ local newspaper decided to sell the business in 2023, a journalist based in Alabama at the time scooped it up. She’s since spent months working to modernize the operation – and help other Alaskan newspapers do the same. It’s part of a bigger story about local news in Alaska, and […]…
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U.S. flag code dictates that flags fly at half-mast for 30 days following the death of a former president. When that mourning period coincided with President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the Skagway Assembly was disinclined to follow Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s lead. KHNS’ Melinda Munson has that story and more Skagway Assembly highlights.…
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After robust public comment, the Haines Borough Assembly voted to reconfirm the preferred design for the rebuild of its freight dock on Tuesday. Assembly members who voted yes, said the measure was necessary to meet grant deadlines and show that Haines was serious about the project.โดย KHNS Radio | KHNS FM
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Skagway School is planning an international trip. In four years, high schoolers have the option to study global warming on the Marshall Islands. But it will take years of fundraising and educational preparation. KHNS reporter Melinda Munson has the details about the future journey.โดย KHNS Radio | KHNS FM
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Skagway’s sole daycare provider now only serves up to age six. Parents of older children, still too young to be left home alone, are anxious about child care for the upcoming tourist season. As Melinda Munson reports for KHNS, Skagway’s Child Care Council says they’re working hard to find a solution for summer, but time […]…
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Skagway and Haines saw a nearly 15% increase in their power bills in 2023. Now, the power company is asking for another increase under a subsidiary company. As Melinda Munson reports for KHNS, Skagway’s borough assembly is protesting the latest increase.โดย KHNS Radio | KHNS FM
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There’s a new face in Haines, and more importantly, a new voice. A grant helped bring a public radio reporter to town who will focus on local issues with statewide impact. KHNS reporter Melinda Munson has the details.โดย KHNS Radio | KHNS FM
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