Local News
LatestPetersburg seniors highlight community and connection during 2025 graduation
by Taylor Heckart | May 30, 2025
Crowds were packed into the bleachers of the Petersburg High School gym as teachers, families, and friends proudly watched 37 soon-to-be graduates walk to their seats.
Petersburg seniors share school memories and their next big plans
by Taylor Heckart | May 29, 2025
Thirty-seven seniors officially graduated from Petersburg High School on Tuesday. Before the ceremony, KFSK’s Taylor Heckart heard from some of the graduates about their journey.
Petersburg Borough proclaims June 28 Amy Hallingstad Day
by Angela Denning, CoastAlaska | May 29, 2025
The Petersburg Borough proclaimed June 28 as Amy Hallingstad Day at a borough assembly meeting on May 19. It recognizes the late Petersburg resident as a civil rights leader who advocated for the end of segregation in Alaska’s schools.
Station Highlights
LatestPetersburg Medical Center Board Meetings – Last Thursday mostly, 5:30pm – Broadcast Live on KFSK – Next Meeting, May 29
by Tom Abbott, KFSK
PMC Board Meeting Agenda available here, KFSK live broadcast coverage of Petersburg Medical Center includes the monthly call-in program, “PMC Live” last Thursday of each month, 12:30pm, and monthly PMC Board meetings broadcast the 4th Thursday of each month, 5:30pm. PMC audio archive-listen here
Borough Assembly Meetings on KFSK – first Mondays 12noon, 3rd Mondays 6pm – Audio available in KFSK Archive
by Tom Abbott, KFSK
Meeting Agenda available here Next Meeting Monday, June 2, 12pm Archive available-listen here
Southeast News
LatestThis cyclist is over the hill thanks to his ebike
by KCAW Sitka | Jun 2, 2025
Bill Hughes, owner of Sitka’s Yellow Jersey Cycle Shop, riding on the Cross Trail in June 2024....
Assembly conflicted out of hearing cell tower appeal
by KCAW Sitka | Jun 2, 2025
“Cell tower and a perfect blue sky in the background” by Ivan Radic is licensed under CC BY...
City to keep Lincoln Street open through June
by KCAW Sitka | Jun 2, 2025
The Sitka Assembly is leaving Lincoln Street open for at least another month. When the assembly...
Wrangell School Board hires new superintendent; this time from around the world
by KSTK Wrangell | Jun 2, 2025
Joshua Garrett speaks through video at the Wrangell Public Schools superintendent candidate...
Alaska News
LatestAlaska News Nightly: Monday, June 2, 2025
by APRN News | Jun 2, 2025
Members of President Trump’s cabinet visit Alaska to promote resource development.
2 pedestrians struck and wounded by Anchorage drivers
by APRN News | Jun 2, 2025
Monday’s collision partially closed Benson Boulevard’s intersection with C Street, police said,...
How to get started with bonsai in Alaska | Hometown, Alaska
by APRN News | Jun 2, 2025
Hear from a local bonsai expert about the history, artistry and care of the miniature trees.
Driver charged with manslaughter, DUI in Seward Highway crash near Girdwood
by APRN News | Jun 2, 2025
Police say Wyatt Flotre, 23, was drinking before the crash early Saturday near Mile 92.5 that...
COVID vaccine changes confuse and upset some parents and families
by NPR News | Jun 3, 2025
Federal health officials have changed the game for COVID vaccine access. Pregnant moms and others...
Dozens reported killed as Israel acknowledges troops opened fire near Gaza food point
by NPR News | Jun 3, 2025
For the third time in as many days, Palestinians in Gaza have been shot while trying to get food....
A surprising trick to making hard choices: Try thinking less
by NPR News | Jun 3, 2025
The tactic may seem counterintuitive, but it can help you make tough decisions faster and with...
Run For Their Lives, the group targeted in the Colorado attack, is figuring out how to continue its mission
by NPR News | Jun 3, 2025
Sunday’s attack in Boulder targeted a group called Run for Their Lives, which raises...
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