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Out with the old, in with the new
Politics, politics. Another year, another election. I’ve decided to endorse Joanie Wagner for mayor, and the new candidates that have not run or...
Embrace the spirit of cooperation
I’m voting Joanie Wagner for mayor and I hope you will, too. I know making comparisons can be counterproductive - the apples to oranges thing -...
Thanks for prayers, support
Crystal was recently medevaced to Juneau with abdominal pain and subsequent surgery. So many people made this journey go smoothly, from the medical...
Time for a reality check
Jan Hill remains the Haines Borough’s best chance for a long-term, diversified economy. I have known Jan for almost 48 years and have total...
Fresh leadership needed
I am putting my full support for mayor to Joanie Wagner. As an assembly member the past three years, I really believe it is important to have a fresh...
Re-elect experience
I would like to express my support for our current mayor, Jan Hill. Jan has tirelessly served the community of Haines for many years. I will not go in...
Peace lasts all week
Haines People for Peace would like to thank all those who helped make our community’s celebration of International Day of Peace a rich and...
Josephson brings expertise
I was highly impressed with Brenda Josephson at the recent KHNS/CVN candidate forum. Ever since her arrival in Haines I’ve seen Brenda step up and...
Volunteers rock!
With less than a week before our local election, I would like to thank all of our volunteers that go onboard the Princess Ships and drive the...
Less hate, more respect
During the past three years, Jan Hill has called the community “hateful.” She has called assembly members “axe-hurlers.” She has – without...
Tier 3 is terminal
I am not a glaciologist but I do know in late fall or early spring our river waters are beautiful and clear. Spring “thaw” happens and they...
Wagner obstructs business
In the late 1990s Joanie Wagner bought a house on Allen Road. Later she tried to get a Turner Construction pit shut down because she did not like...
Divisiveness and vitriol behind us?
It’s difficult to sit through candidate forums and hear some say the recent political divisiveness is “behind us.” It’s not. To casually...
Dolphins off to a swimming start
The Haines Dolphins Swim Team’s 2017-2018 season is off to a great start. We are very excited to have Jackie St. Clair, a former Dolphins swimmer...
Chilkat foundation supports seniors
We want to express the heartfelt thanks of the residents of the Haines Senior Village for the grant award from the Chilkat Valley Community...
Tier 3 would counter natural cycles
Is the purpose of Tier 3 protection to preserve the water quality of the river in order to save the fish, or preserve our town (keep mining out)?...
2017 Totem Trot a step up from 2016
Thank you to the sponsors, volunteers and participants who made the fourth annual Totem Trot a success. This annual fundraiser for the Haines Sheldon...
Mosquito Lake buzzes
Thank you to the nearly 40 people in attendance at each recent event held at Mosquito Lake School Community Center (MLSCC): the Sept. 10 Community...
Wagner displays leadership
As a leader, Joanie Wagner has many personal qualities that are important for our community now. We need someone who can bridge our differing...
Wagner offers fresh outlook
Joanie Wagner is offering her talents, skills, and love of community to all in her run for the office of Mayor of Haines. Positivity, creativity,...
New tone needed for Haines
Our leaders set the tone for public discourse, and by the power we give them, their actions and words hold us to their standards of respect, trust,...
Headstone honors partner
Diana Kelm was my anchoring guide and community ambassador, in addition to being an accomplished artist, wordsmith, birder, and gardener. She...
Mark your box for Wagner
Kudos to Joanie Wagner for throwing her hat in the ring for mayor of Haines! A fresh face, with new energy is always a welcome harbinger for new...
Chilkat foundation scores
The Haines Hot Shots and Glacier Bears Clay Busters wish to sincerely thank the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation for the generous grant given to...
Thanks to cross-country supporters
Thank you to everyone who helped make the home cross-country meet a success. Many of the athletes, coaches and fans from other communities commented...




