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10/08/2026 · Sitka

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The Budget Is Not Broken—Your Plan Is Too Polite

The Budget Is Not Broken—Your Plan Is Too Polite

Three readers confront the money problems we all pretend will solve themselves. Spoiler: your credit card, emergency fund, and retirement account are not impressed by good intentions.

10/08/2026
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Gold Standard Finance

Your $18,000 “Down Payment” Is Actually Three Different Jobs

A reader has savings, credit-card debt, retirement FOMO, and a dream of buying a home soon. The uncomfortable answer: that money cannot do everything at once.

10/08/2026

Quote of the Day

The Quiet Power of What You Let In

William James had a wonderfully blunt theory of attention: your life is not shaped merely by what happens, but by what you consent to notice. That idea can change the way you spend the next hour.

10/08/2026

Double Take

The Studio Is the First Hollywood Show in Years That Deserves to Be This Vain

Apple TV+’s <em>The Studio</em> understands that Hollywood is both a glamorous dream factory and a group project nobody wants to be in. It is sharp, silly, and occasionally so pleased with itself that you can hear the sunglasses applauding.

10/06/2026

Good Karma Corner

The Boring Fixes Are Winning

Ozone recovery, cloned ferrets, and free school meals give us three solid reasons to respect patient work. Good news rarely arrives with fireworks. It arrives with paperwork, freezer samples, and someone remembering to pack extra sandwiches.

10/05/2026

The Weekend Escape

Lanesboro, Minnesota: A River-Town Weekend With Pie, Bikes, and a Cave

Follow the Root River into southeastern Minnesota for a small-town weekend that feels refreshingly unpolished. Park once, rent a bike, eat something fried, and remember that a good getaway does not need a resort or a reservation at a restaurant with a twelve-page wine list.

10/05/2026

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Wrangell Light & Power Switching to Diesel Due to Primary Source Outage

Wrangell Municipal Light & Power will be going diesel generation starting June 23, 2024. This is due to an unexpected outage of the primary power source, which is currently being repaired. An update will be provided as soon as more information is available, and the public will be notified when the transition back to hydro power is scheduled. Power outages may be possible during the transition period, and the public will be notified if this is the case. If you have any questions please contact Wrangell Municipal Light and Power at 907-874-3044.

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Wrangell Public Works to Shut Off Water on Church St. and Bevier St. Tuesday

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT WILL BE SHUTTING OFF WATER TO CHURCH STREET AND BEVIER ST. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City and Borough of Wrangell Public Works Department will be shutting off water service to the following areas: Church Street Bevier St. This shutdown is necessary for scheduled maintenance and repairs on the water system. The water service interruption is expected to commence on **Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 8:00 AM** and is anticipated to last until **approximately 5:00 PM** on the same day. Residents and businesses in the affected areas are advised to store sufficient water for their needs during this period and to prepare for potential low pressure or temporary lack of service. The Public Works Department appreciates the understanding and cooperation of the community during this necessary work. For questions or concerns, please contact the Public Works Department at 907-874-3555.

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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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