Nearly 200 people have signed a letter asking for the removal of the Mississippi flag downtown because it features an image of the Confederate flag.
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Barefoot pastor raising money to buy shoes for people in developing countries
Many churches involved in the campaign are raising money through their congregations. The pastor is taking it a little further in hopes of involving more community members. So, to raise awareness, he’s pledged to go without shoes for a month.
Cleaning Alaska’s remote beaches, one piece of debris at a time
The marine debris that ends up in the beaches of Montague comes from remote places such as Japan, but also from Russia, China, Korea, Vietnam and Malaysia.
First Lady wows crowd at White House Tribal Youth gathering
“Each of you was put on this Earth for a reason,” the First Lady said. “Each of you has something that you’re destined to do. Whether that’s raising a beautiful family, or succeeding in a profession or leading your community into a better future. You all have a role to play. And we need you.”
A Pilgrimage To Minidoka: ‘We Can See The Memories Slipping Away’
Minidoka was one of ten main camps built to confine civilians of Japanese ancestry during the WWII. It held people from coastal Oregon, Washington and Alaska, most of whom were U.S. citizens.
Juneau’s state flags display receives attention as nation debates Confederate flag
A group of Juneau residents are calling for the removal of the Mississippi flag on Egan Drive because of its Confederate imagery.