My mom taught me never to touch her vinyl and to be good to people, in that order. So I volunteered to DJ in 2006 as soon as KHNS let me in. Now I get to do the news in a place where the ratio of dogs to people is probably higher than cell phones to people. I've written for nationwide syndicates and worldwide press in past media jobs, but I never talked to anyone who actually read or heard my news. It's good to talk to people here about things that matter to them. Every place has their thing. I'm just glad ours isn't too many people. Or traffic. Or a bad view.

 Steven D. Scarrott -  Director of Music and Operations

Steve is a man of many talents here at KHNS Central. Currently working on all things operational and lending his previous  experience as KHNS's Program Director, Steve also brings his extensive musical expertise to stocking the music shelves and the stress rack with excellent new music.

I was raised in the heart of the Midwest, Lafayette, IN, where I finished an undergraduate degree in 1992. Originally from Denver, I've been in Alaska 10 years. Love the outdoors and sometimes wintering in a Mexican hacienda (a few weeks at a time). I'm training my cat to snowshoe (just kidding). She hates getting her paws cold. Love new, old, traditional, alternative, bluegrass, but especially jam band Country music. Author of Alaska Journal -- A Cyclist's Adventure Tour in SE Alaska (1993).

Kay Clements -General Manager

 Music is what brought me to radio but the fun and satisfaction of working with an organization that provides so much pleasure and education is what keeps me hooked. I'm really happy to be part of KHNS and living in the Upper Lynn Canal.  

Amelia Nash - Program Director

Amelia Nash was born and raised in Haines. It is possible that her obsession with radio is hereditary, perhaps from the great-grandfather on her mother’s side who ran a pioneer radio station out of his living room. She is a fan of vinyl, Adobe Audition and very fine pens. In her free time she is an artist and an apologetic karaoke enthusiast.

Adam Richard - Haines News Asst.

Among his many talents and interests, Adam enjoys listening and observing what goes on around him. As a result, he is sharpening his wits as a local radio reporter in the Chilkat Valley. Heis also  a mean cook, has great patience and wait - he also just got engaged!

Leslie  Ross -  Development Director

With $150 in my pocket I moved to Haines in 1994. Since I never became a rock star outside of my living room, I found KHNS, the next best thing and quickly became a volunteer DJ hosting morning Sound Waves.

Working for years plying the mighty waves of the Lynn Canal as a boat captain, I recently swam to shore to try the “air waves” as the Development Director and serving as the interim Program Director at KHNS, with a great view of the water from my office when I long for the sea.

I moved to Skagway in 2007 with my family of music lovers and have since found that I have found a home.

I’ve been attracted to KHNS from the beginning, and the fact that KHNS is listener-supported just makes the whole thing better.  Ever a fan of supporting local endeavors, I’m excited to be a part of the KHNS news team.

 Phil Wilde - Custodial and Maintenance of the Chilkat Center for the Arts.

When he's not home noodling away on his electronics or hanging out with his four children, Phil is caring for the Chilkat Center for the ARts. He makes sure we are clean, stocked and ready for the next class, performance or wedding that comes to the building.