Local News
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Public comment open for proposed timber sale surrounding historic site on Prince of Wales Island
The proposal includes clear cutting primarily old growth surrounding a historic site. Tribes in the region are speaking out.
‘Fish Pirate’s Daughter’ turns 60
Ketchikan's original melodrama “Fish Pirate’s Daughter” is celebrating its 60th anniversary this month. The show is a community staple that continues to evolve to this day.
Walking tour highlights Ketchikan’s paranormal history
American Ghost Walks, a tour company that recently expanded to Southeast Alaska, combines the town’s history with the paranormal.
Thorne Bay city councilmember resigns
Trevor Killian, who was elected to a three-year term on the council in 2024, recently notified the city clerk of his intent to resign.
Station Highlights
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Congratulations KRBD Fourth of July Raffle Winners!
Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket for our 30th Annual Fourth of July Raffle! With your...
KRBD Lauches Community Survey to Collect Strategic Feedback
We’re asking the questions that will shape our next few years. We’d love your answers....
KRBD 50 Year History Moments with Dave Kiffer
Have you been keeping up with the story? If you’ve missed a moment or two, don’t...
Get the KRBD App available for Apple and Android
KRBD has an App! Search “KRBD” in your App Store or Google Play Store and download the...
Morning Edition Interviews
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Olympia, Washington based comic Sam Miller tours Southeast
Comedian Sam Miller, known for dealing frankly on issues of addiction and incarceration, is...
The dangers of screen use and what it does to your brain
Residential Youth & Community (RYC) provides behavioral health services for youth and young...
An interview with Biriba Union
Biriba Union is performing in Ketchikan. Stephanie Patton spoke with Mike Block, a member of the...
Community Reports
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Job Center Report
Hear about some of the more than 500 jobs available in the Ketchikan area, on Prince of Wales...
SAIL and ORCA report
Learn about some of the services SAIL and ORCA offer and about the upcoming Float for Hope picnic....
Weather Report from NWS Juneau
Looks like it will be a sunny week. Meteorologist Nicole Ferrin gives details for the week of July...
Southeast News
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Experts share childcare funding ideas at Chamber meeting
Solving the childcare shortage continues to be a top priority in Sitka. A local coalition has been working on the issue for several years. Last fall, the Sitka Tribe of Alaska announced a new childcare program, and the Sitka...
Wrangell’s Freedom Rock supported by Marian Glenz Fund
The borough is assuming all costs for a Freedom Rock memorial to honor veterans, relying on an...
Sitka vet treats dogs for possible cannabis-laced waste exposure
A Sitka vet is asking Sitkans to leash their dogs when exploring some local beaches. That’s after her clinic treated several dogs that became seriously ill over the Fourth of July weekend. Dr. Nicole Caraway, veterinarian and...
Alaska News
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To the GOP, he’s a sham candidate. At home, he’s Mr. Sullivan, ex-teacher and Alaska Senate hopeful
The current Alaska senator and his GOP allies have accused the challenger Sullivan of working with Democrats to confuse and mislead voters. He denies the allegation. Many Petersburg residents say they find it hard to believe...
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy sets state record for most vetoes in a single Legislature
Eight other bills await a final decision, plus the possibility of a multibillion-dollar tax break...
There’s more than meets the eye at Matanuska Experiment Farm
Historic farm on the outskirts of urban Mat-Su is a hub for Alaska agricultural research.
NPR
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Trump’s HHS abandons threat to withhold Medicare and Medicaid funding over trans care
NPR has learned that the Department of Health and Human Services will not be finalizing its most...
South Carolina’s governor names Lindsey Graham’s sister to serve out his term
South Carolina’s governor says he is appointing Darline Graham Nordone to finish the term of...
Trump says the U.S. will reinstate its blockade on Iran and charge a toll on ships
The move comes after the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire for the third weekend in a row, raising the...
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