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Good News For Seldovia

| September 16, 2012 | 2 Comments

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