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Newscast – May 19, 2021
May 20, 2021 00:30 - 6.88 MBThe Skagway Assembly meets Thursday night to discuss money, streets, and lawyers. The post Newscast – May 19, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
The Skagway Assembly meets Thursday night to discuss money, streets, and lawyers
May 20, 2021 00:27 - 5.34 MBThe Skagway Assembly meeting on Thursday night is packed with big decisions. Spending the $2 million gifted by Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings, turning Broadway Street into a one-way thoroughfare during the summer, and a threat of legal action against the municipality are all on the agenda. Spending other people’s money is usually a good time. […] The post The Skagway Assembly meets Thursday night to discuss money, streets, and lawyers first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May 18, 2021
May 18, 2021 22:51Haines-based writer Heather Lende is named Alaska Writer Laureate. The post Newscast – May 18, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May 17, 2021
May 18, 2021 00:34 - 6.87 MBState officials consider performing major repairs to the Dyea Road in 2022. The post Newscast – May 17, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast May 14, 2021
May 14, 2021 21:31 - 8.24 MBThe likelihood of large cruise ships returning to the Upper Lynn Canal this summer has improved drastically over the last 48 hours. The post Newscast May 14, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
The chance of large cruise ships returning to the Upper Lynn Canal this summer improves dramatically
May 14, 2021 21:30On Friday morning KHNS’ Mike Swasey talked with Skagway Mayor Andrew Cremata about the bill that unanimously passed through the US Senate on Thursday, co-sponsored by US senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan. That bill seeks to temporarily bypass the Passenger Vessel Services Act. The PVSA prohibits foreign flagged ships from carrying American citizens on […] The post The chance of large cruise ships returning to the Upper Lynn Canal this summer improves dramatically first appeared on KH...
The Haines borough legislates its support for gun rights and moves to rebuild Beach Road
May 13, 2021 23:01Recovery efforts from last December’s deadly landslide in Haines and defending gun ownership were both hot ticket items at Tuesday’s Haines Borough Assembly meeting. Haines residents made passionate pleas on both sides of a symbolic gun rights resolution. The resolution brought by Haines assemblyperson Paul Rogers’ would effectively show that the people of Haines support […] The post The Haines borough legislates its support for gun rights and moves to rebuild Beach Road first appeared on ...
Newscast May 13, 2021
May 13, 2021 22:59 - 6.87 MBThe Haines borough passes a resolution to voice support for gun rights and sets a plan to move forward with rebuilding beach road. The post Newscast May 13, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Guns, taxes, and wastewater are all on the docket Tuesday night in Haines Assembly Chambers
May 11, 2021 19:22The hot button issue that’s expected to drive discussion on Tuesday night is the second appearance of a resolution to defend gun ownership rights in the borough. It’s been amended since the first time it was introduced. The original resolution would have labeled the Haines Borough as a Second Amendment Sanctuary City. But that […] The post Guns, taxes, and wastewater are all on the docket Tuesday night in Haines Assembly Chambers first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
A Skagway-based website shares Alaska-based companies with tourists stuck at home
May 11, 2021 19:21Looking for a way to help their parents figure out how to stay afloat during the pandemic, two born and raised Skagwegians have developed an e-commerce website for Alaskan businesses. And though they started small, the momentum is gaining. People in Skagway might know the co-founder and CEO of Vojij.com, Oliva Klupar from Olivia’s Bistro […] The post A Skagway-based website shares Alaska-based companies with tourists stuck at home first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May 11, 2021
May 11, 2021 19:19 - 6.87 MBA Skagway-based website is sharing Alaska-based companies with tourists who can’t otherwise reach them during the pandemic. The post Newscast – May 11, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May10, 2021
May 11, 2021 00:41 - 6.87 MBGuns, taxes, and wastewater are all on the agenda for Tuesday night’s Haines Assembly meeting. The post Newscast – May10, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May 7, 2021
May 08, 2021 01:33 - 6.88 MBSkagway has given the green light for a new undersea power cable to run through Smuggler’s Cove connecting its power grid with Haines out of the way of future development areas. The post Newscast – May 7, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
AP&T approved for more access to Smuggler’s Cove in Skagway
May 08, 2021 01:29 - 6.16 MBSkagway has given the green light for a new undersea power cable to run through Smuggler’s Cove connecting its power grid with Haines out of the way of future development areas. The new cable will replace the existing line that’s near the end of its useful life. Skagway’s assembly this week unanimously approved a new […] The post AP&T approved for more access to Smuggler’s Cove in Skagway first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
5/19 KHNS Board Meeting
May 07, 2021 19:12The next meeting of the Lynn Canal Broadcasting Board of Directors will be Wednesday, May 19th at 6pm in the Chilkat Center boardroom. This meeting is open to the public over Zoom. For more information, call 766-2020 or 983-2853. The post 5/19 KHNS Board Meeting first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
NCL Holdings announces amount they’ll be donating to Skagway
May 07, 2021 19:01Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings announced it was donating $10 million to six coastal communities in Alaska. And on Thursday the Miami-based cruise giant confirmed that Skagway’s share would be $2 million. Senior Vice President for NCL Holdings Steve Moeller told KHNS why the publicly traded cruise line is writing checks to port communities. “We want […] The post NCL Holdings announces amount they’ll be donating to Skagway first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May 6, 2021
May 07, 2021 01:17 - 8.25 MBNCL Holdings announces the amount they’ll be donating to Skagway; Haines looks to replace its aging Public Safety Building. The post Newscast – May 6, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Haines Borough looks to replace aging Public Safety Building
May 07, 2021 01:06 - 4.77 MBThe Haines Public Safety Building is home to the community’s first responders. It’s a modular building built on top of a swamp that dates back to the 1970s. And borough officials say a replacement could cost around $15 million. The borough released a video back in March to demonstrate to the people of Haines that […] The post Haines Borough looks to replace aging Public Safety Building first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May 5, 2021
May 05, 2021 22:56 - 6.88 MBThe Skagway Assembly meeting on Thursday night looks to be packed and Mayor Andrew Cremata helps break it down. The post Newscast – May 5, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Skagway’s Thursday Assembly meeting looks packed with intrigue
May 05, 2021 22:51 - 5.28 MBOn the surface, the agenda for Thursday night’s Skagway Assembly meeting looks fairly straightforward. There’s some capital funding business to take care of, a few liquor licenses to renew, approval of an easement, you know, government stuff. Digging just a little deeper, however, leads to topics like a proposal for a hydroelectric fueled ferry to […] The post Skagway’s Thursday Assembly meeting looks packed with intrigue first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings commits $10 million to coastal Alaskan communities
May 05, 2021 00:00Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings has pledged to give six coastal Alaskan communities a total of $10 million for humanitarian relief. The list of communities includes Juneau, Sitka, Hoonah, Seward, Ketchikan, and Skagway. According to Skagway Mayor Andrew Cremata, the funds, once accepted, would be distributed to the Municipality, and the Assembly will make the decision […] The post Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings commits $10 million to coastal Alaskan communities first appeared on KHNS Radio...
Newscast – May 4, 2021
May 04, 2021 23:27 - 6.88 MBNorwegian Cruise Lines pledges $10 Million to coastal Alaskan communities; Democratic State Senator Jesse Kiehl gives an update on the state legislature. The post Newscast – May 4, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Alaskan Democratic State Senator Jesse Kiehl discusses the current legislative session.
May 04, 2021 23:18 - 5.64 MBState lawmakers are working toward resolving the state’s budget by the end of the session in mid-May. Legislating the future payout of Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend, however, is a hotly contested process. The governor says he wants to send payments of $3,000 out to every Alaskan later this year. But Lynn Canal’s Democratic State Sen. […] The post Alaskan Democratic State Senator Jesse Kiehl discusses the current legislative session. first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 30, 2021
May 04, 2021 01:23Skagway’s men’s Bowling league wraps up; Skagway Panther’s basketball continues; Haines high school wrestling hits the mats. The post Newscast – April 30, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – May 3, 2021
May 04, 2021 01:22One of Skagway’s largest employers works towards energy independence. The post Newscast – May 3, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Alaska Excursions goes green with hydropower
May 04, 2021 01:18 - 5.47 MBOne of Skagway’s largest employers is working towards energy independence. Alaska Excursions is working on building its own hydroelectric facility to end its reliance on diesel at its main tour complex in neighboring Dyea. There are maybe 40 or so residents in Dyea, a valley community just west of Skagway. Most get their power and […] The post Alaska Excursions goes green with hydropower first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
KHNS Reporter Looking for Cat Friendly Housing
May 03, 2021 18:11KHNS is looking for rental opportunities for our newly hired reporter starting this June. Early 30’s, with two small cats, bringing her own vehicle. If you know of or have a rental option for this young professional, please e-mail us at [email protected], or through the listener submission link to the right. Thank you! The post KHNS Reporter Looking for Cat Friendly Housing first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Skagway bowling and high school hoops, plus Haines high school wrestling round out the sports wrap
May 01, 2021 02:55Si Dennis leads the Alley Cats, one of Skagway’s six men’s league bowling teams this season. He’s been bowling in Skagway since he was a kid. One of his first bowling memories was from before there were machines to set the pins, he was hired for a penny a pin to set them manually. “You […] The post Skagway bowling and high school hoops, plus Haines high school wrestling round out the sports wrap first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 29, 2021
April 29, 2021 23:41 - 11 MBSkagway reviews a master plan to revamp its port; The Haines Borough applies for a grant to build a trail for motorized recreation off of Mt. Riley Road. The post Newscast – April 29, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Skagway’s Port Master Plan shows short-term progress and long-term goals
April 29, 2021 23:38 - 5.04 MBOn Wednesday night Skagway’s Borough Manager Brad Ryan and planners from PDC Engineering held a virtual meeting about Skagway’s Port Master Plan. The plan features upgrades to Shoreline Park, the Broadway dock, the State Ferry and Ore Peninsulas, plus a new tour staging area for cruise ship passengers. The municipality is set to assume control […] The post Skagway’s Port Master Plan shows short-term progress and long-term goals first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Haines Borough assembly considers ‘second amendment sanctuary’ resolution
April 29, 2021 21:02 - 2.96 MBThe Haines Borough Assembly is considering a resolution to make the borough a ‘second amendment sanctuary.’ Under the resolution, the borough would oppose any efforts to unconstitutionally restrict the right to bear arms. Assemblymember Paul Rogers said he drafted the resolution to make Haines a second amendment sanctuary because he is worried that the Biden […] The post Haines Borough assembly considers ‘second amendment sanctuary’ resolution first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 28, 2021
April 29, 2021 00:30 - 11 MBHaines resident tests positive for COVID-19; The Chilkoot Indian Association secures funding to complete repairs related to the December storm disaster; State officials warn that moving forward with permanent repairs on Beach Road could jeopardize funding for an ongoing study of the landslide area. The post Newscast – April 28, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
The Chilkoot Indian Association receives federal funding to assist homeowners with repairs
April 29, 2021 00:16 - 3.44 MBDisaster Relief funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development have been made available to the Chilkoot Indian Association to assist Haines residents in repairing damage from the December 2020 floods and landslides. The disastrous weather event in early December of 2020 saw over ten inches of rainfall in a two-day period compounded by […] The post The Chilkoot Indian Association receives federal funding to assist homeowners with repairs first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 23, 2021
April 28, 2021 17:34The Hospice of Haines Rummage sale goes Citywide this weekend; Recording Artist Cooper Lynn Hays brings her talents to Skagway. The post Newscast – April 23, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 27, 2021
April 28, 2021 01:09 - 11 MBThe MV Matanuska remains in Ketchikan its northbound trip has been canceled; Temsco announces new permits for expanded heli-skiing in Skagway; The National Weather Service in Juneau breaks down the forecast for the rest of the week. The post Newscast – April 27, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Temsco announces new permits for expanded heli-skiing in Skagway
April 28, 2021 01:05 - 3.12 MBSkagway lies in a small valley surrounded by vast, sheer peaks. Those peaks have now become more accessible to backcountry skiers and snowboarders with an aerial assist. “The highest peak out in that range is the highest point in the Skagway borough at just over 8200 feet in elevation. At the peak and yeah, the […] The post Temsco announces new permits for expanded heli-skiing in Skagway first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 26, 2021
April 27, 2021 01:07 - 11 MBThe Matanuska cancels its weekly trip to Haines and Skagway due to a COVID-19 outbreak and mechanical issues; The Haines Borough Assembly considers a resolution to become a second amendment sanctuary; Lieutenant Governor Kevin Meyer discusses the state’s plans for tourism relief with Skagway residents. The post Newscast – April 26, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Skagway residents discuss tourism industry funding proposal with Alaska’s Lieutenant Governor Kevin Meyer
April 27, 2021 00:56 - 3.48 MBOn Monday afternoon residents and business owners in Skagway were invited to join a virtual town hall with Alaska’s Lieutenant Governor Kevin Meyer. Residents weighed in on the Dunleavy administration’s plan to make $150 million available to the tourism industry. The Lieutenant Governor has been speaking with communities all over Southeast Alaska about how to […] The post Skagway residents discuss tourism industry funding proposal with Alaska’s Lieutenant Governor Kevin Meyer first appeare...
AIDEA considers shuttering its ore terminal in Skagway and building a new one in Haines
April 26, 2021 22:51 - 4.73 MBThe state’s development corporation is thinking about decommissioning its ore terminal in Skagway and opening a similar facility in Haines instead. Local officials in Haines see it as an opportunity to upgrade old shipping infrastructure. It’s an expensive proposition, and one that not all Haines residents are excited about. Skagway’s deep water port has been […] The post AIDEA considers shuttering its ore terminal in Skagway and building a new one in Haines first appeared on KHNS Radio | ...
Recording artist Cooper Lynn Hays brings her talents to Skagway
April 23, 2021 23:19 - 6.17 MBOne of the newest members of Skagway’s small-but-lively arts scene has arrived by way of Nashville. Recording artist Cooper Lynn Hays has toured, competed in nationally televised singing competitions, organized a honkey-tonk burlesque show, and now performs with a band in Skagway. Cooper Lynn Hays’s recording career, like so many artists in the last 19 […] The post Recording artist Cooper Lynn Hays brings her talents to Skagway first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
The Hospice of Haines rummage sale goes city-wide this weekend
April 23, 2021 23:00 - 3.98 MBEach year Hospice of Haines puts on a massive rummage sale as a way to clean out attics, basements, and garages while raising funds for the nonprofit that helps people at the end of their lives. In years past it’s been large enough to host at the Southeast Alaska State Fairgrounds, but in 2020 and […] The post The Hospice of Haines rummage sale goes city-wide this weekend first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
The Skagway Traditional Council monitors wildlife activity in advance of Hooligan run
April 23, 2021 05:47 - 4.69 MBThe arrival of the Hooligan, at one time, meant the difference between survival and starvation at the end of a long hard winter in Southeast Alaska. Traditionally Hooligan, also known as Eulachon, Candlefish, or Saak, provided not only food for the Chilkat and Chilkoot Tlingit people of the Upper Lynn Canal, but also medical, social, […] The post The Skagway Traditional Council monitors wildlife activity in advance of Hooligan run first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 22, 2021
April 23, 2021 00:34 - 4.94 MBAIDEA considers decommissioning its ore terminal in Skagway and building a new one in Haines; The Skagway Traditional Council gets ready to begin a hooligan monitoring program. The post Newscast – April 22, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Seasonal residents of Skagway’s Garden City RV Park receive orders to occupy or remove their campers by mid-May
April 23, 2021 00:34Seasonal housing is difficult to come by in Skagway during typically busy summer seasons. For some in 2019, the last busy season before COVID, it made sense to stay in an RV or camper at a municipal RV park as there was a scarcity of rooms to rent. One such person is Matt Summers, a […] The post Seasonal residents of Skagway’s Garden City RV Park receive orders to occupy or remove their campers by mid-May first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 21, 2021
April 22, 2021 00:53 - 11 MBA contract is finalized for the Baby Brown timber sale in Haines; Seasonal Skagway residents may not have the option to live in RV Parks for much longer The post Newscast – April 21, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Two Matanuska crew members test positive for COVID-19
April 21, 2021 17:18Officials say two crew members aboard the Matansuka tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend after the state ferry left Bellingham for ports in Southeast Alaska. The Alaska Department of Transportation released a statement Monday that said a member of the ship’s crew began showing symptoms of the illness on Saturday after leaving Bellingham. The […] The post Two Matanuska crew members test positive for COVID-19 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 20,2021
April 21, 2021 16:35The Chilkoot Trail is set to officially open to American Hikers on the American side on June 1st; KHNS’ Henry Leisia checks in with Alaska State Senator Jessie Kiehl. The post Newscast – April 20,2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
The Chilkoot Trail set to officially open to American hikers on the American side June 1st
April 21, 2021 00:43 - 4.36 MBThe Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park and Parks Canada have teamed up to open the US side of the Chilkoot Trail to American hikers and explorers this summer. Parks Canada will begin taking reservations on April 27th for multi-day trips on the Chilkoot trail starting on or after June 1st of this year. The […] The post The Chilkoot Trail set to officially open to American hikers on the American side June 1st first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Skagway’s Waste Water Treatment Plant unveils new UV odor control system
April 20, 2021 00:41 - 3.96 MBPeople who live or work near Skagway’s Waste Water Treatment facility have a love-hate relationship with warm calm days. Sure, it’d be lovely to go outside and soak up some rays in the backyard, but, oh that smell. Long-time Skagway resident Andrew Beierly lives just north of the facility and remembers those ripe days […] The post Skagway’s Waste Water Treatment Plant unveils new UV odor control system first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.
Newscast – April 19, 2021
April 20, 2021 00:30 - 11 MBTwo crew members aboard the Matansuka test positive for COVID-19; Skagway installs new odor-eliminating technology at its wastewater treatment plant. The post Newscast – April 19, 2021 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.