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Rate hike rejected, residents to be refunded for portion of electricity increases

Rate hike rejected, residents to be refunded for portion of electricity increases

Transmission equipment uninsured, faces “growing risk of failure”

The state’s utility regulators struck down a 69.92% electricity rate increase proposed by the Upper Lynn Canal’s electric utility. Alaska Power Company, the region’s lone electricity supplier, first sought a rate increase from the Regulatory…

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History in the making: Eldred Rock Lighthouse grand opening sees passengers from the Chilkat Valley

History in the making: Eldred Rock Lighthouse grand opening sees passengers from the Chilkat Valley

After six years of restoration, the Eldred Rock Lighthouse opened…

First Alaska mule deer harvest follows years of fleeting appearances in the state

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First Alaska mule deer harvest follows years of fleeting appearances in the state

When Westin Nelson of Skagway became the first Alaska hunter…

Tlingit and Haida opens Two Coppers Casino after years-long effort, but its legal status isn’t a sure bet

Tlingit and Haida opens Two Coppers Casino after years-long effort, but its legal status isn’t a sure bet

A tribal casino near Eaglecrest Ski Area that’s been discussed…

NEWS

Dock meeting leaves Lutak Dock project in limbo

Local News

Dock meeting leaves Lutak Dock project in limbo

by Will Steinfeld – Chilkat Valley News June 4, 2026

Assembly rejects plastic bag ban

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Assembly rejects plastic bag ban

by Will Steinfeld – Chilkat Valley News June 4, 2026June 5, 2026

Peltola makes campaign stop in Haines

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Peltola makes campaign stop in Haines

by Will Steinfeld – Chilkat Valley News June 3, 2026June 3, 2026

In three canoes, 35 crewmembers depart from Haines heading to Celebration in Juneau

In three canoes, 35 crewmembers depart from Haines heading to Celebration in Juneau

by Lizzy Hahn – Chilkat Valley News June 2, 2026June 3, 2026

Bid period for Tustumena replacement extended

Bid period for Tustumena replacement extended

by Scott Bowlen – Ketchikan Daily News June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

Former Haines borough manager Annette Kreitzer challenging Rep. Andi Story for District 3 House seat

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Former Haines borough manager Annette Kreitzer challenging Rep. Andi Story for District 3 House seat

by Mark Sabbatini – Juneau Independent June 2, 2026June 3, 2026

KHNS to host Dance Party, Canadian DJ

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KHNS to host Dance Party, Canadian DJ

by Lizzy Hahn – Chilkat Valley News May 29, 2026May 30, 2026

Juneau welcomes canoes ashore Tuesday ahead of 2026 Celebration’s opening

Juneau welcomes canoes ashore Tuesday ahead of 2026 Celebration’s opening

by Jasz Garrett – Juneau Independent May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Appeals court says Alaska has the right to make ConocoPhillips oil well data public

News

Appeals court says Alaska has the right to make ConocoPhillips oil well data public

by Yereth Rosen – Alaska Beacon May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Alaska cruise line experiments with alternative fuel

Alaska cruise line experiments with alternative fuel

by Tom Banse – for the Alaska Beacon May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Alaska Legislature approves civics education requirement for all Alaska high schoolers

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Alaska Legislature approves civics education requirement for all Alaska high schoolers

by Corinne Smith – Alaska Beacon May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Chilkoot Indian Association’s Brouillette named tribal administrator of the year

Local News

Chilkoot Indian Association’s Brouillette named tribal administrator of the year

by Lizzy Hahn – Chilkat Valley News May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

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2026 Governor’s Race

For Alaska’s gubernatorial candidates, a sprint to find running mates

2026 Governor's Race

For Alaska’s gubernatorial candidates, a sprint to find running mates

by Nathaniel Herz – Northern Journal May 21, 2026May 21, 2026

Governor’s race survey: the PFD question. (And ferries.)

2026 Governor's Race

Governor’s race survey: the PFD question. (And ferries.)

by Nathaniel Herz – Northern Journal March 28, 2026March 28, 2026

Governor’s race survey: How much money would you propose for schools? And: cars.

2026 Governor's Race

Governor’s race survey: How much money would you propose for schools? And: cars.

by Nathaniel Herz – Northern Journal March 28, 2026March 28, 2026

Governor’s race survey: Should Alaska spend millions more on its huge LNG project? Plus, Alaska books.

2026 Governor's Race

Governor’s race survey: Should Alaska spend millions more on its huge LNG project? Plus, Alaska books.

by Nathaniel Herz – Northern Journal March 28, 2026March 28, 2026

Alaska’s candidates for governor weigh in on oil taxes, and how to cook fish

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Alaska’s candidates for governor weigh in on oil taxes, and how to cook fish

by Nathaniel Herz – Northern Journal January 12, 2026March 28, 2026

DULY NOTED

Duly Noted: Hidden paintings, fast runners and more

Duly Noted: Hidden paintings, fast runners and more

by Charlene Jones for the Chilkat Valley News May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Duly Noted: Scholarship winners, dogs in motorcycles and more

Duly Noted: Scholarship winners, dogs in motorcycles and more

by Charlene Jones for the Chilkat Valley News May 21, 2026May 24, 2026

Duly Noted: Visits, anniversaries, record-setters and more

Duly Noted: Visits, anniversaries, record-setters and more

by Charlene Jones for the Chilkat Valley News May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

Duly Noted, and Tattoo-ly noted

Duly Noted, and Tattoo-ly noted

by Charlene Jones for the Chilkat Valley News May 7, 2026May 11, 2026

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COMMUNITY

Eating Well in the Chilkat Valley: Mushroom season

Eating Well in the Chilkat Valley: Mushroom season

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026

Haines Herring: RV’er First to Discover Alaska

Haines Herring: RV’er First to Discover Alaska

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026

Blotter: May 17 – May 23

Blotter: May 17 – May 23

May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

This Week in History: Leafletting, paintball tournament and postmasters

This Week in History: Leafletting, paintball tournament and postmasters

May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

This Week in History: local projects and a traffic light for cyclists

This Week in History: local projects and a traffic light for cyclists

May 21, 2026May 21, 2026

Blotter: May 2 – May 16

Blotter: May 2 – May 16

May 21, 2026May 21, 2026

This Week in History: Puppeteers, a new crane at the Small Boat Harbor and a new fire truck

This Week in History: Puppeteers, a new crane at the Small Boat Harbor and a new fire truck

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Blotter: April 22 – April 25

Blotter: April 22 – April 25

May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

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Garden Edition

A whole-garden approach for the Victory Garden

A whole-garden approach for the Victory Garden

by Erika Merklin – For the Chilkat Valley News April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

How to keep the garden blooming all season – succession planting with flowers

How to keep the garden blooming all season – succession planting with flowers

by Sabine Churchill – for the Chilkat Valley News April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

Some of my favorite tips and tricks from 30 years of gardening in the Chilkat Valley

Some of my favorite tips and tricks from 30 years of gardening in the Chilkat Valley

by Mardell Gunn April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

Our Favorite Tools and Resources at Henderson Community Farm

Our Favorite Tools and Resources at Henderson Community Farm

by Liz Landes – for the Chilkat Valley News April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

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letters & OPINION

Governor failed Alaska gasline legislation homework

Governor failed Alaska gasline legislation homework

by Larry Persily – Wrangell Sentinel

Pass the plastic bag ban

Pass the plastic bag ban

by Chilkat Valley News

Thank you for the efforts to clean up marine debris

Thank you for the efforts to clean up marine debris

by Chilkat Valley News

Thank you for making a Night on the Steinway concert a success

Thank you for making a Night on the Steinway concert a success

by Chilkat Valley News

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Obituaries

Carol Clifton leaves legacy of creativity, quick wit

Carol Clifton leaves legacy of creativity, quick wit

by Rashah McChesney – Chilkat Valley News

Longtime Haines Firefighter, church leader dies in Fairbanks

Longtime Haines Firefighter, church leader dies in Fairbanks

by Chilkat Valley News

Kistler remembered for patience, positivity, volunteerism

Kistler remembered for patience, positivity, volunteerism

by Heather Lende – For the Chilkat Valley News

Longtime Haines Resident Dies at 84

Longtime Haines Resident Dies at 84

by Chilkat Valley News

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