Sitka Yesterday, April 23, 2025

20 YEARS AGO

April 2005

A local ordinance requiring bike and skateboard riders under age 18 to wear helmets was passed by the Assembly Tuesday on a 6-1 vote. Valorie Nelson voted against, saying she believed the new law might place a financial burden on some families.

50 YEARS AGO

April 1975

Photo caption: Susan Carlson and Christopher, age 41/2 months, and Cathy Scott and Kelly, age 10 months, take part in an infant swimming class at Blatchley Junior High swimming pool. Ann Aitken is  instructor and Gloria Olson is assistant.