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Two more file to run for school board
Two more candidates filed Friday to run for Ketchikan School Board. Hilary Kvasnikoff and Paul...
Assembly to consider rezone for firearm business
The rezone from General Commercial to Heavy Industrial would allow Elliot Enterprises to develop a firearm manufacturing facility, with indoor and outdoor ranges to test the firearms they want to build.
Council postpones decision on downtown port RFP
The Ketchikan City Council's vote now is scheduled for a special meeting on Aug. 28th, when representatives from consulting firm Bermello, Ajamil and Partners will be present.
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Call for art!
KRBD Rainbird Community Radio invites you to submit an original design/logo for use on items that will be sold through our new online store.
Cleaning Out the Closet Sale!
We're cleaning out our merchandise closet to make room for new items. There's lots of great KRBD gear available including many items at reduced prices! Plus a free bag of Raven's Brew Coffee with every purchase (while supplies last)!
Photo of the Day
Sheila Spores sent us this shot of a ptarmigan changing colors for the season.
Morning Edition Interviews
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Austin Hays Trio launches new CD
Austin Hays and Kim Henrickson, members of the Austin Hays Trio, speak about the band, their work...
Visitors from Tampa NPR affiliate station stop by KRBD
Marc Haze from WUSF in Tampa, Florida and his wife Alison Miller stopped by KRBD to visit and speak about their station.
Kayhi volleyball hosts alumni game
The Ketchikan High School Lady Kings volleyball team has been training this summer. Coach Kevin...
Community Reports
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Craig Parks and Recreation
Victoria Merritt with the Craig Parks and Recreation report for August 2nd.
Arts Council Report
Meet Rachel Jacobucci, KTB’s new assistant director. She and Elizabeth Schultz talk about...
Museum Report
New exhibits are open at the Tongass Historical Museum and the Totem Heritage Museum. Marnie Rickelmann this and more.
Southeast News
LatestFour years after deadly landslides, Sitka has a warning system
In the aftermath of the August 18, 2015 landslide, the Kramer Avenue area was mapped using LIDAR imaging techniques. The rest of the slopes above Sitka have since been mapped also, and that information is critical to the...
Gov. Dunleavy postpones budget signing, signals support for two more vetoed programs
Gov. Dunleavy’s office says he now plans to sign the operating budget on Monday, Aug. 19. A number of vetoes are expected. Gov. Mike Dunleavy has delayed signing the operating budget until next week. His signature is now...
Summer king season ends on a high note for SE trollers
A troller in Sitka’s ANB Harbor. A two-day opener this week likely finished the season’s allocation for king salmon — but ADF&G doesn’t rule out a third opening later this month. (KCAW file photo) Southeast’s troll fleet...
Alaska News
LatestMcKinley fire forces evacuations, crews work to save homes
A fast-moving, wind-driven wildfire forced the closure late Sunday of the only highway leading north from Anchorage, threatening homes and burning on both sides of the road. A 19-mile stretch of the Parks Highway was closed some...
Fires north and south of Anchorage close highways, trigger evacuations
Photo of Swan Lake Fire taken late Saturday (8/17/19) evening from Sterling Highway. (Photo...
Group seeking Dunleavy recall isn’t stopping at minimum as it continues to gather signatures
Recall Dunleavy volunteers Frankie Urquhart, left, Jessie Chapman and Pat Chapman gather...
NPR
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Why European Restaurants Are Much More Vigilant About Food Allergies
Dining out can be fraught with hidden perils for people with food allergies. European allergen...
Seized Iranian Ship Steams From Gibraltar After U.S. Loses Legal Fight
The vessel, which was intercepted by British Royal Marines on July 4, left Gibraltar after a court...
Amid A Brewing Royal Scandal, Prince Andrew Distances Himself From Epstein
The Palace has issued a statement saying Andrew is “appalled” by Epstein’s...
