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Katharine Hayhoe is an evangelical Christian, atmospheric scientist and a nationally known advocate for taking action to slow climate change. Hayhoe will be in Juneau this week for a pair of Friday talks. (Courtesy Photo | Artie Limmer, Texas Tech University)

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Nationally known Christian-climate change advocate comes to Juneau

Hayhoe, let’s go.

This concept art by Northwind Architects shows a concept of what a new Glory Hall could look like. (Courtesy Photo | Northwind Architects)

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Glory Hall move is one big step closer to happening

Next step, money for a new facility.

Daniel Grossman, an award-winning climate change journalist, visits a dead forest in Brazil. (Courtesy Photo | Daniel Grossman)

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Alaska is ‘ground zero’ for climate change

This climate change journalist says we’re running out of time.

The Delta Western, Inc. facility on Mt. Roberts Street as pictured in this Friday, Sept. 6, 2019, photo was the site of an alleged Clean Air Act violation, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Petroleum distributor settles with EPA after alleged violations in Juneau

They were accused of violating the federal Clean Air Act.

This screenshot, taken Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, from the PurpleAir website, shows how monitors record and report data in real time. (Courtesy photo)

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Air pollution study’s early data surprises researchers and residents

We’re in the final weeks of data collection.

District Attorney Angie Kemp speaks with Assembly member Wade Bryson after her Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce luncheon presentation, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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Juneau District Attorney applauds new crime bill

It’s a step in the right direction, she says.

Designer from Juneau to show new collection in New York City

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Designer from Juneau to show new collection in New York City

Hello, New York Fashion Week.

Carrie Diaz Eaton is this week’s Evening at Egan lecturer. Diaz Eaton is the co-founder of QUBES, a community of math and biology educators who share resources and methods for preparing students to tackle real, complex, biological problems. (Courtesy Photo | University of Alaska Southeast)

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Mudrooms and Evening at Egan are back, a new musical opens

Here’s what’s happening this week.

Students associated with 350 Juneau, a local chapter of an international grassroots climate movement, meet Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019, in front of the Alaska State Capitol. They promoted a “Stand Strong for Climate Rally” to be held Tuesday, Sept. 10 at noon in front of the Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Alaska Permanent Fund Corp. hosts international summit in Juneau

Representatives from over 30 countries will be here.

Grammy award-winner Zuill Bailey will be part of an international night of music Saturday at Centennial Hall. (Courtesy Photo | Juneau Jazz & Classics)

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Juneau Jazz Classics holds concert, plans surprise

Plus, the Evening at Egan schedule.

Logainne Schwartzandgrubenniere (Kristina Paulick), William Barfee (Nomi Saxton), Chip Tolentino (Zebadiah Bodine) and Leaf Coneybear (Felix Thillet) covet a trophy held aloft by Rona Liza Perretti (Jess Skiba) during rehearsals for “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019. (Ben Hohenstatt | Capital City Weekly)

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Musical comedy will ‘bee’ opening soon

Get ready for l-a-u-g-h-s with a lot of h-e-a-r-t.

Pam Garcia, a long-time educator at Auke Bay Elementary School, watches as students catch their buses after school on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019. Garcia was named as one of three finalist for Alaska Teacher of the Year. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Auke Bay teacher in the running for Alaska Teacher of the Year

She’s one of three finalists.

Handmade guitars, custom fly rods and abstract paintings: Here’s what’s happening for First Friday

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Handmade guitars, custom fly rods and abstract paintings: Here’s what’s happening for First Friday

Happy First Friday, Juneau.

Seattle photographer, Juneau publisher make boutique books

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Seattle photographer, Juneau publisher make boutique books

They know it’s not for everyone.

Visiting Yup’ik artists get crowd involved in performance

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Visiting Yup’ik artists get crowd involved in performance

They did the twist.

From the far western reaches of Alaska, Yup’ik artists share their culture with Juneau

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From the far western reaches of Alaska, Yup’ik artists share their culture with Juneau

They brought dance and walrus skin with them.

‘This is too far’: Juneau brewers, distillers say new regulations would limit their activities

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‘This is too far’: Juneau brewers, distillers say new regulations would limit their activities

Trouble is brewing.

The Alaska Marine Highway System’s M/V Kennicott pulls away from the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal in this August 2014 photo. The Kennicott was the first vessel on the scene to help five Canadians who jumped into the water south of Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada, to escape a sinking ship. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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One person still missing: M/V Kennicott rescues 5 after boat sinks

The AMHS ferry was the first vessel on the scene.

National humanities chair makes point to visit rural Alaska, including Hoonah

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National humanities chair makes point to visit rural Alaska, including Hoonah

Oh, the humanities.

Co-artistic collaborator and facilitators for Juneau Voices Audio Wayfinding Project Ryan Conarro and Lillian Petershoarepoint to existing signage Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019. The sign will be replaced by one linked to an audio installation in spring or summer of next year. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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More than just a Gold Rush town: New audible signs seek to tell broader story of Juneau

You’ll be able to hear these new signs.