The story of the Marine Parking Garage: Saved by the library
After surviving lawsuit by Gold Rush-era persona, building is a modern landmark of art and function.
News
Aurora forecast for the week of April 15
These forecasts are courtesy of the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Geophysical Institute and available online, along with more data, at… Continue reading
Police calls for Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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New council leaders, citizen of year, emerging leader elected at 89th Tribal Assembly
The story of the Marine Parking Garage: Saved by the library
Empire Archives: Juneau’s history for the week ending April 20
Alaska Senate proposes $7.5 million aid package for struggling fish processors
Proposed 51-unit low-income, long-term housing project for people in recovery gets big boost from Assembly
Sports
Alaska Science Forum: Number of Alaska glaciers is everchanging
A glaciologist once wrote that the number of glaciers in Alaska “is estimated at (greater than) 100,000.” That fuzzy number,… Continue reading
Alaska House committee advances, expands proposal to bar trans girls from girls sports
Bill adds elementary, middle school and collegiate sports to limits in place for high school.
Alaska’s Alissa Pili selected by Minnesota Lynx as eighth pick in WNBA Draft
On the Trails: Intertidal explorations
I Went to the Woods: The fear of missing fish
Alaska Science Forum: Waiting for the sun at Poker Flat
Striving for the perfect balance of competition, camaraderie at seventh annual Traditional Games
Neighbors
Living and Growing: “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”
Ever have to say goodbye unexpectedly? A car accident, a drug overdose, shooting or sudden infant death syndrome? Saying goodbye,… Continue reading
Cooking for Pleasure: Secret to this chicken paprika is authentically fresh Hungarian spice
How to use up chicken breasts has been a life-long problem for me. While my dog was alive, I would… Continue reading
Neighbors briefs
Living and Growing: A Scotsman who inspired spiritual leaders with writings about God’s unconditional love for all
Neighbors: Juneau student among four National Honor Society Scholarship Award winners
THMS student Jade Hicks wins 2024 Alaska Junior Duck Stamp Contest
Neighbors: Tunic returned to the Dakhl’aweidí clan
Alaska Outdoors
Alaska Science Forum: Number of Alaska glaciers is everchanging
A glaciologist once wrote that the number of glaciers in Alaska “is… Continue reading
Alaska Science Forum: Siberian tiger takes final rest at museum
It’s a safe bet that Aren Gunderson’s Toyota Tundra is the only… Continue reading
Events
Neighbors briefs
Ornaments sought for 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree The Alaska Region of… Continue reading
Here’s what’s happening for First Friday in April
Annual UAS student ceremics show, Folk Fest sneak peak and art exhibits in full bloom.
Opinion
My Turn: Frustration of school board recall supporters understandable, but if successful will do great harm
Whenever a crisis befalls a public institution, the first thing that gets fixed is the blame. And so, following discovery… Continue reading
Opinion: A return to civility today to lieu of passing a flamed out torch
My Turn: Decades of Psychiatric patient mistreatment deserves a state investigation and report
Opinion: Alaska House makes the right decision on constitutionally guaranteed PFD
Dunleavy wants a state sponsored legal defense fund
Opinion: The twisted logic of the Juneau School Board recall petition
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Indefinite ‘dispersed camping’ for homeless proposed by city leaders due to lack of suitable campsite
Of three possible new City Hall buildings, one stands out — but plenty of proposed uses for other two
Conservation groups’ purchase preserves additional land in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest
Juneau man convicted of sexual abuse of 15-year-old girl more than four years after incidents occur
Alaska judge strikes down state’s cash payments to families using correspondence school programs