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THCC President Thomas will leave post in 2014
Tlingit-Haida Central Council President Ed Thomas will retire when his term ends next year. more
Kanayama students drop by KRBD to chat
They’re a little shy and they giggle. A lot. But if there’s anything that a conversation through a translator with this group of 15 or so exchange students from Kanayama-Gero, Japan, reveals, teenagers are teenagers no matter where they’re from. more
Young issues apology in wake of strong criticism
Following widespread criticism, including from Republican leadership, Alaska’s Rep. Don Young has apologized for his use of a derogatory term earlier this week during a news conference in Ketchikan. more
School Board discusses budget, media reports
Budget talk dominated the regular Ketchikan Gateway Borough School Board meeting on March 27 as board members discussed how to construct a budget with the least amount of staff reductions possible. more
Don Young talks economy, Arctic development
Alaskans, particularly those above 40, are telling Congressman Don Young that they’re worried. more
Congressman gives shipyard event keynote
Local and state politicians, dock workers and just about anyone curious gathered to dedicate the brand-new Alaska Ship and Drydock assembly hall in Ketchikan on March 26. more
Gun laws a big topic at Don Young public meeting
Gun control was a recurring topic at Rep. Don Young’s town-hall-style meeting, with most speakers expressing concern about possible increased control measures. more
New public art piece makes a trip to the library
Libraries are about more than books. They also offer magazines, music, movies, a space for quiet reflection and, especially in Ketchikan: Art. more
Annual state scholarship contest set for Saturday
Eight young women from across the state are in Ketchikan this week for the annual Distinguished Young Women scholarship competition. more
Six indicted in POW child disappearance case
Six people have been indicted in an alleged child disappearance case that stretches back nearly two years. more