Joe Viechnicki, KFSK, Author at KFSK

Author: Joe Viechnicki, KFSK

Two long-time borough supervisors leaving the job

Two department heads are leaving the Petersburg borough after decades in those positions.

PHS boys basketball sixth at state 2A tournament

Petersburg High School boys basketball took sixth place at the 2A state championship in Anchorage last weekend. The Vikings had a win over Hooper Bay and losses to Unalakleet and Unalaska.

Board OKs compromise for Southeast king salmon management

Alaska’s Board of Fisheries on Sunday agreed to a compromise for king salmon in Southeast that would leave sport fishing bag limits unchanged throughout the season. It’s an attempt to balance the needs of charter fishing businesses and the commercial troll fleet, while setting a priority for resident anglers.

Alaska Airlines adds seats into Petersburg this summer

Alaska Airlines plans to use some larger planes on flights into Petersburg this summer. That was one announcement at the Petersburg Chamber of Commerce banquet Saturday. The chamber also recognized two local companies with long histories in Petersburg.