Twin Lakes cabin honors Juneau resident who loved to skate
About 200 people attended the dedication of a warming shelter at Juneau’s Twin Lakes on Saturday. The 14 x 24 foot cabin was built to honor John Caouette, a Juneau resident who passed away in 2010.
JDHS girls and TMHS boys going to State
JDHS girls over TMHS 61-54, TMHS boys over JDHS 56-52 in SE Tourny Friday
Lawmakers remember first session, accomplishments and failures of last 100 years
One hundred years ago this week, the first territorial legislature gathered in Juneau’s Elks Hall.
Alaska politicians, lobbyists and aides have a band called ‘Spank the Dog
Around this time of year, Juneau is known for the bustle of the legislative session — the committee hearings, the press conferences, and the many, many floor speeches. But after hours, some members of the capital gang can be found making noise of a different variety.
Sheffield stumps for instate gasline
Former Alaska Governor Bill Sheffield says it’s time for Alaska to build its own gas pipeline. Sheffield has been stumping the state on his own dime to promote the Alaska Stand Alone Pipeline – or ASAP. The acronym is appropriate, he says, because Alaska is on the threshold of an energy crisis and needs the…
Otter-bounty bill faces opposition
Legislation proposing sea-otter bounties will get its first hearing next week. It’s already drawing opposition from environmental groups and the federal marine mammal protection agency.
Juneau skyscaper going up
Tower crane will be used to support construction of SLAM
In The Iditarod Race, ‘Pee Pants’ Get An Endurance Test
It will take more than a week for Alaska’s Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, which began Sunday, to cover nearly 1,000 miles. But every minute counts — and several mushers are trying out special pants that allow them to race without stopping for bathroom breaks.
Juneau teams win after bye at SE Region
Juneau-Douglas Crimson Bears girls beat Ketchikan Lady Kings 49-33, and the Thunder Mountain boys won over Ketchikan Kings 55-33.
What are biologists learning about Juneau bears?
It may still be winter, but it’s not too early to start thinking about bears in Juneau.
Juneau prepares for federal sequestration
In Juneau, the cuts will affect city and school district operations, as well as services at local nonprofits.
Business owners charged with not remitting sales taxes
George and Virginia Jefferson both face 26 misdemeanors.
Region V high school basketball tourny underway in Sitka
Ketchikan boys over JDHS 51-47, and Ketchikan girls over Thunder Mountain 53-42
Alaska’s Capital City changes with the times
As the State of Alaska has grown, the Capital City of Juneau has adapted and grown along with it.
Fast ferry Fairweather delays return to service
The fast ferry Fairweather is returning to Southeast service a little later than expected.
Iditarod’s mushers running fast, early
Mushers have known since the start that this year’s race is likely to be fast, but many seemed surprised that the blistering pace would pick up so early.
Begich urges legislators to invest in deepwater ports
As the Alaska state legislature starts its budget hearings, Sen. Mark Begich is offering his own request: Put $2 billion toward ports infrastructure.
Tribal leader opposes assault weapons
An influential Southeast Alaska tribal leader says he supports banning assault weapons. Tlingit-Haida Central Council President Ed Thomas says the proposed ban should not be considered a gun-rights issue.
In Alaska’s Iditarod Sled Race, Vets Are A Dog’s Best Friend
In this year’s competition, there are a handful of first-time racers — but those aren’t the only rookies. One is veterinarian Greg Reppas, whose job is to ensure the dogs are healthy throughout the race.
Long-running lawsuit over fast ferries’ engines is settled
AMHS to get eight new engines for Fairweather and Chenega.