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A “bridge” can be both a noun and a verb – and at Wrangell’s Chief Shakes Island it is both a literal and figurative example of what a bridge can be. The footbridge connecting Shakes Island to Wrangell Island is currently undergoing a facelift, with new handrails and planks being installed by the same crew that renovated the Tribal House during the past year. It’s the bridge’s connection between landmasses – and the action of bridging the past with the present – that Wrangell Cooperative Ass...
The Southeast Alaska Power Agency Board of Directors will meet in special session this week to discuss a possible junket for the five voting members to hash out organizational policy and the administrative oversight of staff members. The board will meet tomorrow in Ketchikan to mull over a possible board retreat where Wrangell board member Brian Ashton said they would decide whether to pursue such a trip. “Over the past year, some board members have voiced a desire to have a retreat, in order to address some foundational issues pertaining to SE...
The Thomas Bay Power Authority Commission met last week to receive updates on the Southeast Alaska Power Agency, Tyee Hydroelectric Project, and to elect officers for the New Year. Sitting Member at Large Brian Ashton resubmitted his letter of interest for the position, along with fellow Wrangell resident Mike Nash. Ashton was appointed to the position once again and a nomination was placed for the current officers to remain at their posts for another year. The TBPA President for 2013 is John Jensen; Vice President is Robert Larson and...
In the Sentinel 100, 75, 50 and 25 years ago. February 13, 1913: By boat and dog teams, the bodies of Peter Anderson (Capt. Kid) and daughter who were found Feb. 5th by Charles Roose were brought to Wrangell Tuesday by a party sent out by the Marshal's office Saturday morning. The party, consisting of Charles Roose, Ed Kalkins, Richard Dale and J.D. Dawes, left Wrangell Saturday morning with dog teams and provisions for the trip up the Stikine to the Hot Springs. At the inquest held Wednesday morning, the members of the party related their...
Monday, January 28 -Report of theft. -Agency assist, possible water main problem. Tuesday, January 29 -Citizen assist, vehicle unlocked for owner. -Health and safety, kids snowboarding. Wednesday, January 30 -Officer responded to parking complaint. -Person requested live trap, officer assisted. Thursday, January 31 -Officer responded to a disturbance. Friday, February 1 -Agency assist, public works. -Civil issue. -Citation issued to Dawn R. Davison, 25 for permitting unlicensed person to drive and failure to provide proof of insurance....
After a heartbreaking string of losses to a number of Southeast teams, the Wolves overcame major adversity and a lack of previous defensive play to take Haines in four straight games both on the road and at home over the past two weekends. The home rally, as some might call it, began last Friday night as Wrangell cruised through turbulent waters to arrive at a 56-46 final score against the Glacier Bears. The team led nearly the entire game and was eclipsed only once in the third period when...
In the oral history of Native Alaskans, the thunderbird is a creature that is revered, respected, sometimes feared, and responsible for stirring the winds with storms and thunder when it flies. That said, after 62 years of absence, the Wrangell Thunderbirds basketball team, comprised of organizer Anthony Harding along with Brad Angerman, Cody Angerman, Jason Clark, Dustin Johnson, Kevin Young, Keith Young, Archie Young, Ryan Howell, Graham Gablehouse and Mitch Mork, will travel to Juneau for...
DAVID JACK Why should the Borough Assembly appoint you as the next Mayor of Wrangell? I have served on the Assembly for over three years. I am familiar with issues before the Assembly. The office of Mayor requires a great deal of time on the part of any person serving in that capacity. I am retired and have the time to give to the position. What are some of you top priorities should be named as Mayor of the City and Borough of Wrangell? First is to continue toward building a new hospital and...
Wrangell Medical Center is utilizing the skills and techniques taught by a consultant to improve the “culture” and “performance” of departments at the hospital – and saving money in the process. WMC administrator Marla Sanger recently brought in Dr. Marv Erisman to help bridge gaps in hospital administration and operations. “Wrangell Medical Center is working to strengthen its culture of teamwork and collaboration for the purpose of improving performance within and across departments...
As graduation approaches, high school seniors and students currently enrolled in post-secondary education are looking for ways to finance the upcoming school year. Because of that, the Alaska Community Foundation is supporting Alaskan students in their educational and career pursuits through a number of scholarship opportunities available in 2013. From students pursuing technology education, to nursing students planning to work in rural Alaska, and students who are the first in their family to go to college, a wide range of students is slated...
Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell today appointed Alaska Court of Appeals Judge Joel Bolger as the 23rd justice of the Alaska Supreme Court. His appointment follows the retirement of Justice Walter “Bud” Carpeneti. “Judge Bolger’s vast experience will be a tremendous asset for Alaska’s highest court,” said Governor Parnell. “His service at each level of the Alaska Court System has prepared him to serve Alaskans with humility, thoughtfulness, legal expertise, and discernment.” Judge Bolger first moved to Alaska in 1978. He graduate...
Hello and welcome to week three of Peggy’s Corner of the House. I introduced a Legislative citation this week designating February as American Heart Month in Alaska. This also recognizes the American Heart Association and their efforts in reducing cardiovascular disease in Alaska. This year the AMA is focusing on encouraging citizens and especially women to recognize the warning signs of a heart attack or stroke. The Resource Committee has been very busy this week. HB 80, Governor Parnell’s bil...
Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell today appointed Alaska Court of Appeals Judge Joel Bolger as the 23rd justice of the Alaska Supreme Court. His appointment follows the retirement of Justice Walter “Bud” Carpeneti. “Judge Bolger’s vast experience will be a tremendous asset for Alaska’s highest court,” said Governor Parnell. “His service at each level of the Alaska Court System has prepared him to serve Alaskans with humility, thoughtfulness, legal expertise, and discernment.” Judge Bolger first moved to Alaska in 1978. He graduate...
Volunteers are needed to test drive some new money-saving methods for ‘do it yourself’ energy audits on fishing boats. “Just as with a home audit where you try and understand where your energy is going, you can learn how your vessel is consuming energy and find places where it might be wasted or not used as efficiently as possible, and frankly, most fishing vessels are not very energy efficient,” said Terry Johnson, a marine advisor with Alaska Sea Grant in Anchorage. Johnson is part of a team working on a three year project to find ways to red...
Some people swim for fun, while some do it for health. Wrangellite Kim Covalt does it for both – and for the last 23 years has also gotten paid to do it as an employee of, and eventually the director of, the Wrangell Parks and Recreation Department. Covalt recently announced his retirement from the organization where he has worked since 1990. “I have been extremely happy working for the City and Borough of Wrangell these past 23 years,” Covalt wrote in a letter to Borough Manager Tim Roone...
Wrangellites are known for their love of fish, trees and the great outdoors – and now, one young woman who was born and raised here is being recognized for her love of art. Haley Waddington, a 2002 graduate of Wrangell High School, is pursuing her career in Spokane, Wash. and recently began working out of a studio in the Spokane Valley where she was showcased in a half-page feature story in the Spokesman Review newspaper on Jan. 17. Waddington said she was overwhelmed by how much attention her a...
