Clan houses have historically served as cultural centers for Lingít people – places where members gathered for meetings, ceremonies and even to give birth.
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Sitka residents to vote on cruise limits in special election
If approved by the voters, the ordinance would set an annual cap of 300,000 cruise passengers, a daily cap of 4,500 passengers, and limit port calls to six days a week.
Federal funding freeze chills Angoon hydro project
Construction was slated to start on the hydroelectric project this May. Now, it’s on hold indefinitely.
Sitka veterinarians call for change after police shoot shelter animals
Seven vets dispute local officials’ claim that euthanizing six dogs and cats by gunfire last summer was an acceptable practice under veterinary guidelines.
Investigation confirms Sitka police euthanized six pets by gunshot last year
Four cats and two dogs were euthanized by the Sitka Police Department following a break-down of shelter operations last summer.
Sitka High ‘Barkadas’ Club celebrates Filipino heritage
The word “barkadas” translates to “group of friends” in Tagalog. Senior Julia Nabua started the club in 2023 after attending a camp for young Filipino Americans in Washington State.