Skip to main content
Day.News — Local News. Real Community.
NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH DAY NEWS
Local News. Real Community.

Daily Fun

09/17/2026 · North Slope Borough

Full Edition

The Bear Needs to Stop Cooking and Go Home

The Bear was once television’s most thrilling kitchen fire. Now it’s standing in the smoke, staring meaningfully at a plate of risotto while everyone insists the flames are character development.

09/17/2026
Read Story
Trend Watch

The Internet Is Finally Tired of Being Sold Stuff

The haul video is wobbling, the “must-have” tumbler has become cupboard clutter, and anti-consumerism is learning to use affiliate links. Here’s why the most interesting trend online right now is wanting less—until someone makes it beige and puts a ring light on it.

09/17/2026

The Curator

The Immersive Van Gogh Experience Is a Screensaver Wearing a Beret

I have nothing against Van Gogh, or even a tasteful projection. But turning “Starry Night” into a room-sized TikTok is not the same as seeing a painting—and the difference matters.

09/17/2026

Jumpstart Advice

You’re Not “Bad at Job Hunting”—Your Search Is a Junk Drawer

Three readers are applying everywhere, hiding a career gap, and waiting for confidence to arrive like a late bus. Here’s what to fix first—and what is, frankly, on you.

09/17/2026

Dear Darla

The Group Chat, the Office Crush, and Other Tiny Fires We Start Ourselves

Two readers have made ordinary situations dramatically harder by avoiding one uncomfortable sentence. Good news: both messes are fixable, but not with another week of “maybe they’ll figure it out.”

09/17/2026

Steel Resolve

The Stuff Men Keep Calling “Fine” Until It Isn’t

Three ordinary problems men tend to ignore until they start affecting sleep, sex, parenting, and the general quality of everyone’s day. None of them require a dramatic reinvention. They do require honesty.

09/17/2026

Advertisement

Advertisement

Upcoming Events

View all

SEP

21

Absentee Voting for Regular Borough Election

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Free

SEP

22

Wrangell Borough Assembly Regular Meeting

6:00 PM - Free

SEP

27

Women’s Full Court

12:00 AM - Free

Announcements

View all
!

Wrangell Municipal Light & Power Transitions to Diesel Generation October 1st

PUBLIC NOTICE Wrangell Municipal Light & Power will be going to diesel generation starting October 1st, 2023. As you know, our hydroelectric generation system has had some issues this past year. In order to provide reliable power to the community, we will be starting up our diesel generators on October 1st, 2023. This will be a temporary situation until we can get our hydroelectric system repaired and back to normal operations. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.

!

Water Shutoff Alert for Church Street and Bevier Street Residents in Wrangell

The City and Borough of Wrangell Public Works Department will be shutting off water to Church Street and Bevier St. for necessary repairs. Please be advised that water service will be interrupted for an indefinite period to allow Public Works to complete this critical maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

!

Wrangell Planning Department Offers Key Services for Development

The Planning Department is responsible for administering and enforcing the borough's zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, and other land use controls. Services include: * **Zoning Information and Permits:** Assistance with understanding zoning regulations and obtaining necessary permits for construction, renovation, or changes in land use. * **Subdivision Review:** Processing applications for the division of land into smaller parcels. * **Building Permits:** Issuing permits for new construction, additions, and alterations to ensure compliance with building codes. * **Comprehensive Planning:** Developing and updating the borough's long-range plans for community growth and development. * **Economic Development:** Supporting initiatives that promote business growth and diversification within Wrangell. Residents and businesses are encouraged to consult with the Planning Department early in their project planning process to ensure compliance and a smooth approval process. Contact Information: Planning Department City and Borough of Wrangell 205 Front Street Wrangell, AK 99929 Phone: (907) 874-3900 Email: [email protected]

Classifieds

View all

Wrangell Police Detail Range of Public Safety Services

- Services

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement