Articles from the November 29, 2012 edition
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WMC suit, new ordinance top agenda
The progression of a court case against former Wrangell Medical Center administrator Noel Rea and six former members of the WMC Board of Directors was a main topic discussed this week during the... Full story
Italian firm might have winning lift bid
Planning for the proposed Mariner’s Memorial at Heritage Harbor, and the purchase of a new travel lift for the Marine Service Center were the highlights of the most recent Wrangell Port Commission m... Full story
The Way We Were
Dec. 5, 1912: Bills have been distributed advertising a wrestling match to be pulled off at Red Men's Hall tomorrow evening. Alf Olsen, who has boxed his way to the title of “Terrible Swede” among the Frisco sailors, will try to get two falls out...
Police reports
Monday, Nov. 19 -Officer responded to report of criminal mischief -Officer unlocked vehicle. -Welfare check. Tuesday, Nov. 20 -Officer responded to driving complaint. Wednesday, Nov. 21 -Traffic complaint. Thursday, Nov. 22 -Welfare check on...
Courts
On Friday, Nov. 23, Wrangell Magistrate Christine Ellis adjudicated the following case: Judy Guggenbickler, 35, had a charge of Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance 6th Degree, dismissed by the court under Rule 43 of the Alaska Rules of...
Trooper report
November 10 – Alaska Wildlife Troopers, onboard the P/V Enforcer issued Steven L. Forrest, 59, of Wrangell, citations for operating personal use shrimp pots inside of Anita Bay that did not have bio-degradable escape mechanisms, and for operating per...
Elizabeth Louise “Betty” Nore, 80
Grandma Betty passed away quietly with family members beside her on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. Elizabeth Louise “Betty” Nore, 80 was born March 29, 1932 to Livingston Desmond and Rae Desmond (So... Full story
Dennis Chapman, 65
Dennis Chapman, 65, passed away November 12, 2012 at his home in Salesville, Ark. Dennis was born to Carl B. and Lucy Chapman in Terre Haute, Ind. Dennis was an U.S. Army veteran and a Green Beret. He moved to Alaska after being hired by the City of... Full story
Lee Myers
Lee Myers passed away on November 20 after a short illness. After statehood, Lee Myers became the DOT Maintenance foreman for the Wrangell highways for the 20 years. He was responsible for the 12 miles of gravel road, the airport turnaround and... Full story
WHS, Reed starts monthly newspaper
Wrangell High School has a new student newspaper available to students, parents and Wrangell residents as an emailed file for those that wish to subscribe. The paper, titled “WHS News Monthly” is the...
Governor promotes teacher evaluations based on achievement
Governor Sean Parnell, in a letter to the State Board of Education and Early Development, expressed hope that the board will adopt higher professional content and performance standards for teachers and principals. The governor encouraged the board...
Juneau brothers die in skiff accident
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) – Alaska State Troopers say two Juneau brothers have died after their boat was hit by a wave near Tenakee Springs. Troopers have identified the men as 23-year-old Kelly Newman and 26-year-old Casey Newman. Troopers say the b...
Stikine skull could be carbon dated
A skull found near the mouth of the Stikine River in October may require radiocarbon date testing to determine if it came from a Native Alaskan. The skull, which was discovered by Wrangellite Vena Sto...
Fish Factor
The “graying of the fleet” continues in Alaska as fewer young folks obtain permits for various fisheries. Data from 2011 show that 45 percent of all Alaska permit holders were between the ages 45 and...
Christmas Tree Lane opens at Nolan
The annual Christmas Tree Lane came back to the James and Elsie Nolan Center this week as a number of trees went on display. The lane opened on Tuesday for viewing and bidding, with the bidding...
Marshall indictment tossed on error
The jury trial of a Wrangell man for a 2011 assault is now on hold after an indictment against him was dismissed in First District Court. Steven Marshall, 53, who was arrested on Wednesday, Dec. 7,...
WCA wants environmental feedback
The Wrangell Cooperative Association, with a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency, has acquired funds to develop environmental programs for Wrangell. And now they want to know what community members think is important to the pristine...
Wrangell hoop dreams begin for 2013
Sophomore Ryan Reeves goes in for the easy lay-up during the Wolves’ first practice this week. The 2013 season for the Wolves and Lady Wolves begins in earnest Dec. 13-15 in Petersburg at the V...
AHFC program reimburses up to 10K
The Alaska Housing Finance Corporation is promoting a home energy rebate program meant to see savings – and encourage better energy use – in the homes of Alaska residents. With no income requirements, Alaskans who live in owner-occupied yea... Full story
