Shaleece Haas
documentary filmmaker / multimedia journalist
(510) 316-2687
shaleece.haas@gmail.com
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Caring for Elders in Rural Alaska
For Native elders who grew up in rural Alaska, the desire to die at home runs deep. But taking care of elders in rugged and isolated villages is a complicated task.
Composer brings Tlingit music to Hollywood
Among the few home-grown elements in “The Proposal,” set in Sitka, AK, is a Tlingit wedding chant, composed by a local musician.
Rapper merges Native culture, hip hop beats
Loren Sands, AKA Halfsmoked, is an unlikely rap artist. The young musician writes lyrics influenced by the people, places and cultures of Southeast Alaska.
Sitka celebrates sunny Fourth of July
Sitkans who came downtown to celebrate Independence Day were rewarded with glorious weather. But there were other things to love about the Fourth of July.
SE Alaskans react to Palin resignation
In Southeast Alaska, residents and legislators were already celebrating the Fourth of July holiday when news broke about Governor Sarah Palin’s resignation.
Senior services halt new applications
Elderly and disabled Alaskans seeking Medicaid coverage for home-based care are going to have to wait. And no one knows how long.
Native Alaskan artist shares craft and culture
Emily Johnston, a Cu’pik artist from Nunivak Island, Alaska, learned to weave grass baskets from her mother. Now she’s passing on the tradition.
Sea bird refuge celebrates centennial
To celebrate St. Lazaria Island’s centennial as a bird refuge, local agencies hosted the first public tour of the island, where 500,000 seabirds make their nests.
Mentally ill seniors see gap in care
Alaska has a robust senior care program, but one segment of the older population is having a difficult time finding the care they need: those with mental illness.
Summer Band debuts new number
The Summer Band, a middle- and high school marching band in Sitka, Alaska, debuts a concert version of the Saturday Night Live sketch, “More Cowbell.”