Fast Facts

Banks -- Three banks are at the center of downtown, around 300 Lincoln St., with ATMs, which are also found at local grocery stores.

Hospital -- Sitka Community (tel. 907/747-3241) is at 209 Moller Dr.

Internet Access -- Try Highliner Coffee, on Lake Street near Seward Street, or the downtown post office.

Police -- Call tel. 907/747-3245 for nonemergency business.

Post Office -- At 338 Lincoln St.; it is open Saturday.

Taxes -- Sales tax is 5% October through March, 6% April through September. The tax on rooms totals 11 and 12%, respectively.