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All CategoriesA Day to Remember in KakeFor most of us, Memorial Day 2012 Kake marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Edward Palomba Puts Service Above SelfThis week's hero is making a difference on a local level. As the chairman of the Children’s Accessible Playground Committee, Edward Palomba has put in his share of... Read more...Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Kake, Alaska with AmericanTowns Kake Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Wrangell Petersburg County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Kake organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Kake is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when you... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around KakeGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Kake areaWhat’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Alaska’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that... Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Kake in a Tough MarketPurchasing a home in Alaska is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent talk... Read more...An Invitation to our Kake Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Kake, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your blog... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in AlaskaPining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Alaska Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her StudentsTeaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach... Read more...Kake Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Kake Election Information and Polling PlacesPresidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Kake elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all politics is... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Alaska AKAlaska Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Alaska. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local... Read more...Share and Celebrate Local Green InitiativesAmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Kake and across the country. With support... Read more...Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Alaska AKWe have the best Alaska apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Alaska. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in and... Read more...Back to School for Kake - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Kake! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the resources,... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Bob Fried Pedals His Way Into People's HeartsBob Fried takes the concept of Meals on Wheels to another level with his latest mode of transport. You see Bob has taken to the streets in a pedicab, which has been part of his... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Stan Mack Gives His All for His TownStanley "Stan" Mack is a local hero who cares deeply about his town and its inhabitants. For more than 30 years, Mr. Mack has been at the center of many of the town's... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Caroline Cannon Wins Prize Caring for the Arctic and the InupiatCaroline Cannon has led dual roles throughout her life. She is a leader of her people as well as a steward of the earth. For more than 30 years Caroline has been working to... Read more... |