by Taylor Heckart | May 13, 2026

Petersburg’s first MRI machine now has state approval to start operating. While it’s not up and running just yet, the MRI is nearly ready to start scanning patients at home.

Petersburg’s 68th annual Little Norway Festival starts this week

by Taylor Heckart | May 12, 2026

Petersburg’s annual Little Norway Festival, also known as Mayfest, is rapidly approaching. The multi-day event celebrates the town’s deep Norwegian ties, with cultural activities, community events, and Vikings and Valkyries roaming the streets.

Petersburg High School track and field sees strong start to season in Ketchikan

by Taylor Heckart | May 11, 2026

Petersburg’s high school track and field season is officially underway. The first meet took place in Ketchikan late last month.

After years without a dedicated craft shop, Tangled Thread opens in Petersburg

by Taylor Heckart | May 8, 2026

Petersburg is home to skilled quilters, knitters, and other textile artists, but it’s been years since the island town had a dedicated craft store. That changed on Wednesday, May 6, when Olivia Martinsen opened Tangled Thread.

Station Highlights

2026 Little Norway Festival Schedule

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Find the 2026 Little Norway Festival schedule here.

Board of Directors-Regular Session

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The KFSK Board of Directors will meet in regular session on Thursday, May 14th at 5:30 PM at KFSK Studios and via Zoom.

Community Operations Liaison Position Now Open

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KFSK seeks a qualified candidate to be our Community Operations Liaison. The Liaison plays an important role as the public face and point of contact for people in day-to-day communication with the station.

KFSK News earns five Alaska Press Club awards for 2025

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KFSK’s news team returned earlier this week from the annual Alaska Press Club conference in Anchorage, bringing home five awards for stories published last year.