Guitars, mandolins, ukuleles and banjos are common enough at folk festivals. But one Juneau teacher has made them the standard for his elementary students.
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Gulf of Alaska beach sands could be mined
The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority is advancing plans to mine Gulf of Alaska beach sands about 75 miles northwest of Yakutat.
Terrifying visages: Native armor inspired fear in foes
Tlingit battle helmets were designed to inspire fear. The thick, wooden head armor carried imagery of strong warriors, fierce animals or revered ancestors.
Ferry changing payment system for Southeast route
People ferrying from Ketchikan to Metlakatla will soon pay double for their tickets. But the return trip will be free.
Modern ‘warriors’ protect language, water, subsistence, families
What makes a modern warrior? A tribal organization says it’s someone who fights to preserve subsistence rights, Native languages, clean water and families.
Feds OK selling or scrapping ferry Taku
The marine highway is moving ahead with plans to sell or scrap the ferry Taku. But it’s keeping its options open for a second sidelined ship, the Chenega.