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Independent living help available in Petersburg

Local seniors and people with disabilities this week can learn more about their options for making their lives a little easier and accessing services that are available in the region. An employee with the Juneau office of Southeast Alaska Independent Living, or SAIL, is visiting Petersburg and meeting with clients and the public. SAIL provides help, education and outreach for hearing and vision problems, mental health needs and access, among other challenges faced by people living on their own.

Scientists look at dynamics of melting at Southeast Alaska glacier

Scientists have discovered huge underwater ice caves in glaciers that flow into the ocean, depositing plumes of fresh rain and melt water into glacial fjords. A multi-year study of one glacier near Petersburg is focusing on that interaction between the ice, fresh water and ocean water and what that may reveal about melting glaciers around the globe.

Juneau foragers showcase rain forest foods at Petersburg festival

Two of the guest presenters at Petersburg’s ninth Rainforest Festival last week came from Juneau with valuable tips for using wild greens, berries and mushrooms on a dinner menu. Corinne Conlon and Amy O’Neil Houck are part of a foraging group in Juneau that gathers and prepares meals together. During the festival in Petersburg, the two gave a brown bag talk on gathering wild foods. They also went on foraging trips and capped off the festival Sunday night with a gourmet dinner using wild and locally sourced plants and seafood.

Learn more about the Ballot Initiative on Marijuana

KFSK panel discussion on the Petersburg Ballot Initiative on Marijuana is available here:

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Petersburg Childrens Center opens with expanded space

The Petersburg Children’s Center started up the new school year September 1st with expanded space and room for more kids. That’s thanks to donated money, labor and materials from individuals, organizations and businesses in town.