An affordable housing project built specifically for people in recovery from substance misuse received funding support from the Juneau Assembly this week; KTOO reporter Anna Canny sought out where ravens roost in Juneau in this week’s Curious Juneau episode; A 91-year-old cruise tourist is suing the Ketchikan Borough for negligence after his mobility scooter tipped over on a public bus.
Clarise Larson
City Government Reporter, KTOO
"My mission is to hold Juneau’s elected officials accountable for their actions and how their decisions impact the lives of the people they represent. It’s rooted in the belief that an informed public has the power to make positive change."
When Clarise isn't working, you can find her skijoring with her dog, Bloon, or climbing up walls at the Rock Dump.
Some Juneau schools will have later start times next year
High school and middle school campuses will begin 15 minutes later, but elementary schools will stay the same.
Juneau Assembly OKs $2M grant for low-income supportive housing project
The proposed three-story, 51-unit building will be located in the Lemon Creek area.
With staff layoffs pending, Juneau Assembly approves school district budget
Superintendent Frank Hauser said it’s a relief to get to this point, but it’s still a waiting game to see how much state funding the legislature and governor approve.
Juneau’s municipal attorney will resign in August
Robert Palmer is leaving his job later this summer to take a position with a private law firm.
Multi-boat fire at Douglas Harbor displaces resident, causing $500K in damages
Capital City Fire/Rescue Assistant Chief Dan Jager says the cause of the fire is still being investigated.