Sitka, Alaska (KINY) – The Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium helped welcome baby girl Cattleya Diann Strauderman to the world on January 8, 2021.
Cattleya is the first baby delivered at Mount Edgecumbe Medical Center in 2021.
Mother Keira Budke and father Cody Strauderman of Hoonah added Cattleya to their family at 5:34 p.m.
She weighed in at 7 pounds 11 ounces, measured 19 inches long, and was delivered by Dr. Valerie Edwards.
State releases COVID numbers for Saturday
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services reported 195 new COVID-19 cases Saturday.
Death near Willow identified as a homicide
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Alaska National Guard to provide aid for Biden inauguration
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Alaska university ski team reinstated after $628K fundraiser
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Far-right personality 'Baked Alaska' arrested in riot probe
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CBJ reports 5 new COVID-19 cases
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Alaska regents extend contract for interim president
Juneau, Alaska (AP) — The University of Alaska Board of Regents has extended the contract for its interim president.
Vaccine waiting list quickly filled
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Dr. King to be remembered in Juneau with Day of Service events
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H&SS divide delayed
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Juneau delegation encourages legislative engagement
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - At a "tele" town hall on Thursday evening, the Juneau delegation discussed how COVID-era policies at the Capitol building might make civic engagement easier.
School district winter sports underway
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The Friends of Sheldon Jackson Museum is conducting a membership drive giveaway. Anyone becoming a member through Feb. 5th will be entered in a drawing for an Allie High signed print or a beaded barrette. The winners will be announced during the group's annual meeting to be held via Zoom on Feb. 6th. To become a member, go to friendsofsjm.com and choose a membership level. for more info call 747-6233.
at Sheldon Jackson MuseumRegistration for Sitka Fine Arts Camp's summer 2021 season is now open. Camps for elementary, middle and high school students are available. For info visit fineartscamp.org or call 747-3085
at Sitka Fine Arts CampThe Wearable Art Show, originally scheduled for Sept. 19th has been postponed until Feb, 27th. Those wanting to join the planning committee or having questions can contact Bobbi Jordan at thinkart-thinksitka.com or check out their website and FB page…..sitkaartscouncil.org.
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