Author: KSTK Wrangell

U.S. Forest Service seeks public input in revising its long-term plan for the Tongass

A view of the Tongass National Forest near the U.S. Forest Service’s Raven’s Roost Cabin on Mitkof...

Ocean acidification in Southeast, tribal network seeks regional impact

Ocean acidification has been big news lately. Experts have spoken about the possible consequences...

Wrangell borough manager cautions hasty repeal of Obamacare

Wrangell’s borough manager is asking Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski to use caution when repealing the Affordable Care Act or Obamacare. The borough fears a hasty approach may have unintended consequences for rural hospitals such as...

House Rep. Ortiz supports income tax and PFD bill, for now

Wrangell’s representative in the Alaska House supports a bill in the legislature to implement a state income tax and the use of Permanent Fund earnings to pay for state government. The House Finance Committee heard testimony on...

SEARHC-AICS merger delayed until spring

A merger between Wrangell-based medical provider Alaska Island Community Services and Southeast Regional Health Consortium has been delayed. The affiliation was intended to be completed February 1. Operations Officer Carly Allen...