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09/18/2026 · North Slope Borough

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Oatman, Arizona: The Road Trip Where the Traffic Has Hooves

Take the old Route 66 into Oatman for a half-day escape of desert views, wooden sidewalks, questionable roadside souvenirs, and burros that have absolutely no respect for pedestrian right-of-way.

09/18/2026
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Move It Monday

The Step-Up: One Stair, Surprisingly Serious Leg Strength

A single stair can train your legs, balance, and hip strength without turning your living room into a fitness warehouse. Here’s how to do step-ups so your working leg does the work—not the leg sneakily waiting below.

09/18/2026

From Scratch

The Crispy-Skin Chicken Trick That Makes a Skillet Supper Feel Expensive

Buy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and give them one thing they desperately need: time in a dry, cold skillet. The result is crackling skin, juicy meat, and a pan sauce that tastes like you planned ahead.

09/18/2026

The Workshop

Build a Small Dovetail Tray With a $15 Backsaw

A four-corner tray is the ideal dovetail practice project: useful, inexpensive, and small enough that mistakes don’t become furniture. Here’s how to cut the joint by hand without needing a shop full of expensive machinery.

09/18/2026

Tight Lines

The Outgoing Tide Is Ringing the Dinner Bell

Redfish are sliding into shallow tidal creeks, and the fish are not waiting for a fancy presentation. Find the first moving water, put a shrimp where it can’t escape, and hold on.

09/18/2026

Off the Path

The Smokies’ Best “Just One More Mile” Trail: Alum Cave

Alum Cave Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park starts as a damp, shady creek walk and turns into a cliffside hike with a view big enough to make you forget your knees. Go to the bluffs for a family-sized adventure—or keep climbing if you enjoy arguing with gravity.

09/18/2026

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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.

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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.

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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]

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