A Pacific Northwest industry leader says Southeast Alaska’s cluster initiative could create jobs and grow the economy.
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Tuesday Newscast 12/13/11
Mental exam ordered for teens in Thornton case
An Arkansas judge has ordered the teenagers charged with the murder of Kevin Thornton, of Juneau, to undergo psychiatric evaluations to determine if they are competent to stand trial.
Juneau Assembly narrows manager search
The CBJ Assembly has settled on a shortlist of finalists, but the public won’t find out who until all the candidates are notified.
Hilary Lindh Season Pass Scholarship winners
Two grade school students, a middle school and a high school student win the annual competition.
Popular beach may have high mercury levels
A popular Juneau recreation area is being checked for mercury contamination. Preliminary tests of Sandy Beach, on Douglas Island, show high levels, mostly likely from a long-closed mine nearby. But officials say there’s no need to stay away.