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  • U.S. revokes visas for University of Alaska students; orders Juneau family to leave the country

    Mark Sabbatini, Juneau Empire|Apr 23, 2025

    At least one refugee family in Juneau has received notice from the Trump administration ordering them to leave the country immediately or face prosecution, while at least four international students at the University of Alaska Anchorage had their visas revoked, officials said April 14. Both actions mirror nationwide targeting of foreigners who were residing legally in the United States but are now being subjected to detention, arrest and deportation for reasons including expressing views the Trump administration finds disagreeable and alleged...

  • Police report

    Apr 23, 2025

    Monday, April 14 Criminal mischief. Dog complaint. Civil paper service. Tuesday, April 15 Suspicious circumstance. Attended death. Parking complaint. Theft. Parking complaint. Disturbance. Bar check. Bar check. Wednesday, April 16 Traffic stop: Verbal warning for vehicle registration. Dangerous play. Reckless driving complaint. Thursday, April 17 Nothing to report. Friday, April 18 Citizen assist. Saturday, April 19 Report of suspicion of driving under the influence. Driving while suspended. Sunday, April 20 Agency assist: State Troopers....

  • Celebration May 18 for Barbara Jean Taylor

    Apr 23, 2025

    Barbara Jean Taylor passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 88 on Oct. 14, 2024, at Wrangell Long-Term Care. She was born on July 8, 1936. A celebration of life will start at noon Sunday, May 18, at the City Park main pavilion. A barbecue will begin at noon....

  • Classified ads

    Apr 23, 2025

    HELP WANTED Muskeg Meadows Golf Course is hiring for the summer season. Full time or part time; you don't have to be a golf expert. Come join our team! Call Kristy at 907-305-1159. JOB ANNOUCEMENT Wrangell Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The Board seeks a candidate with strong fiscal and budget management skills, effective communication skills, proven personnel leadership, and a talent for building and maintaining positive community relationships with established tribal and community...

  • Fired federal workers in Alaska tell stories of frustration

    Corinne Smith, Alaska Beacon|Apr 23, 2025

    Federal workers across Alaska have been fired as part of the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency cost-cutting efforts, leaving many in a state of uncertainty, frustration and limbo. Three of those former employees spoke with the Alaska Beacon about the work they did, the experience of losing their positions and their insights into how the job losses will affect Alaska. Kitty Sopow was fired from her job with the National Weather Service, based in Nome. She was given warning of her impending termination — a complete sur...