Tag: Seldovia Alaska
Good News For Seldovia
by Jenny Chissus
Sometimes, we can be discouraged about the apparent slow down of things in our little community, especially as we approach winter. A business that decides not to continue, residents that move away, kids that leave the school (due to a move out-of-town, or the home school option) can be disheartening for those of us left behind. Change is difficult, and it is hard to see old friends move away, retire or need to relocate for medical reasons. But take heart, as this year we had 10 new businesses join our chamber and only 3 didn’t renew their membership. This is progress!
The beauty is this, when one door closes, another opportunity becomes available for someone new, with new energy, ideas and enthusiasm to build a lifestyle in Seldovia. Each home that goes up for sale becomes a dream come true for a first time home buyer, retiree living their ultimate dream of summers in Alaska or new family to settle into our community! Last year, 36 properties came on the market and 17 sold, – I’d say that is pretty phenomenal for our little community! Continue Reading
In The News… New Winter Business in Seldovia!
by Jenny Chissus
Enjoy this article in First Tracks!! Online Ski Magazine that highlights the new business that is coming to Seldovia this winter, Kenai Heli Ski!
Much of our tourist business until now, goes on during the summer months with the travelers during the treasured long days of summer and nice weather! This is the chance for folks to see our beautiful community and environment during the gorgeous winter/snowy season, and an additional opportunity to extend our season and share our amazing community of natural beauty and genuine people!
Riders In the Sky’s Return to Seldovia
It is time to look forward to another great Seldovia Arts Council Event: Riders in the Sky. This is Seldovia’s chance to get out for some humor and fun “The Cowboy Way”.
This group is fondly returning to the stage in Seldovia after over more than thirty years of traveling and becoming internationally known stars. Continue Reading
Position Available: Library Director
by Tracie Merrill
The Seldovia Public Library Board of Directors is seeking interested persons for the position of library director. The position requires approximately 10-15 hours a week on a flexible schedule. This is a volunteer position that provides no salary.
Requirements are that you:
- reside in the Seldovia area
- be 18 years of age or older
- be a Seldovia Public Library Card holder
- and have an interest in the library.
The library director will: Continue Reading
Thanks to HEA!
by Jenny Chissus
Like everyone in the Seldovia area, we experienced a power outage on Tuesday – September 4, around 4pm. Unlike the rest of the community of Seldovia, Port Graham and Nanwalek – our home was not saved by the most awesome Willard Generation Plant here in Seldovia. Continue Reading
Arctic Winter Games Team Alaska Announces new Board Chair
by Kathleen Rehm
Anchorage – Arctic Winter Games Team Alaska welcomes Tim Dillon of Seldovia as the President of its Board of Directors. Dillon has been a member of the Team Alaska Board of Directors since 2007.
Dillon is the City Manager of Seldovia, and brings over 3 decades of experience in the sports and entertainment field. He served as General Manager at the 2006 Arctic Winter Games on the Kenai Peninsula, which is still considered one of the most successful events in the 30-year history of the games.
Born and raised in the New Jersey area with a Masters in Administration, Dillon came to Alaska in 1992, and held the role of Athletic Director and Vice Chancellor of UAA until 1999. He has chaired or attended to over 14 different NCAA committees, including the NCAA council, and is the past President of the Pac West Conference. Continue Reading