A vehicle fire on the Klondike Highway stopped traffic in both directions. Canadian firefighters crossed the border to assist. And, a Skagway restaurant hosted live art, enabling customers to watch a mural being created on the spot. The post May 31, 2024 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.By KHNS Radio | KHNS FM

The Haines Borough Assembly this week proposed spending $400,000 to ease staffing woes, a move that might lead to a slight increase in property taxes. The post May 30, 2024 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.By KHNS Radio | KHNS FM

The Municipality of Skagway is spending nearly $300,000 to prepare Main Street for future repairs. The town will need to secure millions in construction funding and decide the makeup of its secondary road. And, a long sprinter from Skagway High School qualified to compete at the state meet in Anchorage this weekend. He’ll be escorted […] The post M…

It’s the second summer since Alaska State Parks banned camping at the Portage Cove state recreation area in Haines. But on Friday night, a smattering of tents popped up there. A few dozen people showed their support for reopening the park to tent campers. The post May 21, 2024 first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.…

The Skagway police are asking for help identifying the person or persons responsible for a vehicle explosion in West Creek. The incident received attention from federal investigators. And, Skagway’s latest assembly meeting was long and discussed everything from the completion of the Ore Dock, to Pride celebration, to waste rates. The post May 17, 2…

Could hiring an independent lawyer and a project manager help clear up issues with the Lutak Dock project? Haines’ elected officials think so. KHNS’s Max Graham has the story. The post May 15, 2024 Newscast first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.By KHNS Radio | KHNS FM

A tech upgrade on commercial flights in the Lynn Canal could ease some of your travel woes. KHNS’ Max Graham has more. The post May 8, 2024 Newscast first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.By KHNS Radio | KHNS FM

The Haines Borough could be on the hook for millions more dollars of work on the Lutak Dock project. KHNS’ Max Graham has the latest. On Thursday, the Skagway Assembly gave a favorable update on the Ore Dock project. And once again, voters will help determine the fate of Dahl Memorial Clinic. KHNS reporter Melinda […] The post May 7, 2024 Newscast …

With significant issues finding housing for renters and seasonal workers, Skagway has formed a “Housing Task Force” to hopefully find some solutions. Melinda Munson interviews three members of the Housing task force in this month’s Lynn Canal Voice. The post Lynn Canal Voice 5-2-24: Skagway Housing Task Force first appeared on KHNS Radio | KHNS FM.…

Roughly 2,000 seasonal workers descend on Skagway at the start of each cruise ship season. A week of events and classes get new workers acclimated to the town’s unique life. AND A dozen Skagwegians met in the Visitor Center to learn how to better accommodate travelers with disabilities. They learned that making the town more […] The post first appe…