The public is invited to join Sitka Fine Arts Camp’s Musical Theater Camp students for a short preview of a few songs of their upcoming play production of ‘‘Anything Goes,’’ by Cole Porter. The preview will be at Sitka Public Library 10:30 a.m....

A Juneau gardener will offer tips for creating productive soil during a lunchtime workshop noon-1:15 p.m. July 25 at the Jarvis Street Community Gardens.  The free workshop is hosted by the Sitka office of the University of Alaska Fairbanks...

Rep. Rebecca Himschoot will hold a constituent connection 11 a.m.-noon July 13 at the Sitka Legislative Information Office.  For information, contact Rep. Himschoot’s office at rep.himschoot@akleg.gov or by phone, 907 465-3732.

Sitka Tells Tales, the local live storytelling series, will present the broadcast premiere of “Plot Twist: Stories of Curveballs, Left Turns & What Followed” on Raven Radio, KCAW.ORG, 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 21. It features true tales performed...

Rheece Heim has completed a degree from Linfield University, McMinnville, Oregon, following the spring semester. Heim graduated with a bachelor of science in sport management. A recording of 2026 Spring Commencement is available on Linfield's...

Sitka Unitarian Fellowship will present the original work of five writers in its twice-yearly "Writers and Storytellers" program July 12. The group gathers at 10:30 a.m. and the program starts at 10:45. The fellowship hall is located at 408...

As Alaska’s governor race moves into full swing alongside peak summer fishing season, the Dock the Vote effort is issuing a call to action for fishermen, processors, and those in marine trades and coastal communities across the state: make a plan...

EDITOR'S NOTE: The four stories below were written by students taking Reporting 101 at the Sitka Fine Arts Camp for high school age teens. Instructor is Sarah Diamond, audio producer and writer for The New York Times. Illustrations are by students...

All are invited to join Darren McAvoy to learn kiln biochar production methods and help him produce biochar 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 16 at the MEHS ball field next to the UAS-Sitka Campus building. Biochar can be made from tree trimmings, scrap wood,...

Sitka Rotary Club will have a wildlife cruise 4-7 p.m. Saturday. Boarding is at 3:30 p.m. at Crescent Harbor. Tickets can be purchased at Old Harbor Books or by calling 907 738-2014. Adult tickets are $65 and tickets for those ages 5 to 18 are...

THURSDAY 6-8 a.m. MEHS Aquatic Center Pool Open  10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time, Sitka Public Library 11-2 Salvation Army Little Store open Noon AA, St. Peter’s basement, AA hotline 907-747-8866 for information Noon Alanon Zoom,...

Alaska Heals will host an “I’m Thankful For…” meditation 7 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall. It will begin with a meditation for participants to recall what they are thankful for and to create a ‘‘Gratitude...

Sitka Tribe of Alaska will host a “Tribal Family Literacy & Back-to-School Celebration” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 8 at Blatchley Middle School. It will feature a backpack, school supplies, and book distribution, along with a dance party for...

Pedestrian safety attendants on Harbor Drive are working to help pedestrians and vehicles move safely and efficiently and the city is asking for everyone’s support. The city reminds visitors and  longtime Sitka residents to: – Use marked...

The second Sitka Farmers Market of the season will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at the ANB Founders Hall. Five new vendors will join the lineup. All tables are sold for this market. To register for future markets, go to:...

Services for Elmo Kay Mills Jr. will be held 2 p.m. Friday, July 10, at Harrigan Centennial Hall. A potluck will follow. Elmo died July 4, 2026, at Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center. He was 72. An obituary will be published in Thursday’s Daily Sitka...

Her family is inviting friends of Patricia Welsh to a farewell reception 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at the United Methodist Church, 303 Kimsham. After 67 years in Alaska, Pat is moving to Albany, Oregon, near where her younger son,...

WEDNESDAY 6-8 a.m. MEHS Aquatic Center Pool Open  11-2 Salvation Army Little Store open Noon Sitka Chamber discussion on sustainable funding solutions for child care, Zoom link on Sitka Chamber facebook page Noon Preserving Fishing Bounty...

Visit Sitka has launched the Sitka Tourism Best Management Practices program, a voluntary, industry-driven program that establishes a set of guidelines for how tourism operates in Sitka and helps align industry practices with community needs. The...

The RIDE public transportation system, in coordination with Community Transportation Association of America, is seeking input from the public to assist in the update of our Human Services Coordinated Plan.  In-person participation...