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Opinion: I agree that Sullivan and Trump should be voted out of office

Kudos to Rich Moniak for his good May 24 article.

Michael S. Lockett | Juneau Empire File                                School districts throughout the state will put together plans for what the next school year will look like. Juneau School District Superintendent Bridget Weisse said smaller groups and less mixing are expected to remain important.

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Juneau School District readies for summer assignment

Districts will plan for how to safely continue education.

Alaskans pick up and turn in Permanent Fund Dividend applications at the Department of Revenue office in the State Office Building in March 2011. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Dunleavy: PFD checks are going out early

July 1 is the targeted date.

In this Sept. 26, 2019 file photo, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy listens during a news conference in Anchorage, Alaska. The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Friday, May 8, 2020, that an effort to recall Dunleavy can proceed. (AP Photo | Mark Thiessen, File)

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Next phase of reopening is nearly all businesses and entities

Governor’s plan goes into effect Friday.

Copies of the U.S. Constitution as well as “I voted” stickers are available to voters during the Municipal Election at AEL&P on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Not mailing it in: State’s plan is for primary to proceed as usual with modifications

Early voting and absentee ballots will be options, and there will be PPE at polls.

The Tongass National Forest sign stands near the Auke Village Recreation Area. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)                                The Tongass National Forest sign stands near the Auke Village Recreation Area. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Tribes ask feds to stop work on Roadless Rule plan

They want USDA to slow its rollback.

Southeast artist wins major award

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Southeast artist wins major award

He’s a Tlingit master carver, UAS instructor and his work can be seen around Juneau.

Through the talking glass: Technology helps connect Pioneer Home residents and loved ones

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Through the talking glass: Technology helps connect Pioneer Home residents and loved ones

Technology helps keep them connected.

Lemon Creek Correctional Center. (Juneau Empire File)

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State confirms Lemon Creek Correctional Center employee tests positive for COVID-19.

Staff and inmates were notified.

Courtesy Photo | Eldred Rock Lighthouse Preservation Association                                A fundraiser run benefiting a nonprofit focused on preserving and protecting Eldred Rock Lighthouse, seen in this photo, will be a virtual event this year. Runners can complete a course located on Pioneer Road on Douglas at any time April 12-18 and submit their results electronically.

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Lighthouse-protecting nonprofit isn’t running out of fundraising ideas

With virtually every other event canceled or postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic, the nonprofit focused on restoring and…

While stuck at home, Juneauites are turning to local libraries

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While stuck at home, Juneauites are turning to local libraries

Reading, atching movies and investigating family trees.

Surgical scrub technician Jody Hass and registered nurse Diana Colbert wear headbands made by Liz Clauder and her daughters, Frances Jones and Nicole Bettridge. The headbands include buttons that allow masks to loop around things that aren’t a health care worker’s ears. (Courtesy Photo | Luke Jones)                                Surgical scrub technician Jody Hass and registered nurse Diana Colbert wear headbands made by Liz Clauder and her daughters, Frances Jones and Nicole Bettridge. The headbands include buttons that allow masks to loop around things that aren’t a health care worker’s ears. (Courtesy Photo | Luke Jones)

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Headband-ing together: Quilter and family help make equipment for health care workers

She can turn out 50 per day.

Staff Picks: Check out what we’re reading, watching, playing and listening to this month

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Staff Picks: Check out what we’re reading, watching, playing and listening to this month

Recent releases to hunker down and enjoy.

City mandates self-quarantine for travelers coming into Juneau

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City mandates self-quarantine for travelers coming into Juneau

It started today.

Assembly postpones decision on ‘hunker down’ resolution

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Assembly postpones decision on ‘hunker down’ resolution

A long meeting leads to two decisions.

Juneau Assembly calls special COVID-19 meeting

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Juneau Assembly calls special COVID-19 meeting

A “hunker down” order and more are on the agenda for Sunday.

An Alaska Airlines cargo/passenger jet lifts off from the Juneau International Airport in this December 2014 photo. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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City and state advise against long-distance travel

It’s not yet a mandate.

85th Annual Tribal Assembly postponed

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85th Annual Tribal Assembly postponed

A new date has not been identified.

Passengers stand on the top deck of the MS Westerdam while the cruise ship is docked in Sihanoukville, Cambodia Monday, Feb. 17, 2020. The feel-good story of how Cambodia allowed a cruise ship to dock after it was turned away elsewhere in Asia for fear of spreading the deadly virus that began in China has taken a dark turn after a passenger released from the ship tested positive for the virus. (AP Photo)

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Westerdam is no longer coming to Juneau

Meeting includes COVID-19 focus.

JDHS’ Austin McCurley drives to the hoop and is met by TMHS’ Braden Jenkins in a closely contested Region V tournament championship game between Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé and Thunder Mountain High School. (Courtesy Photo | Heather Holt)

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‘They really did not want to lose’: Scrappy game decides regional tournament boys champs

It was a wild week of basketball for Juneau teams.