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Linda Buckley, a retired Juneau educator and published author, will be signing copies of her newly published book of poetry, “Made of Rain: words from wilds of Alaska” on Friday, August 5 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Heartside books Merchants Wharf. (Courtesy photo / Linda Buckley)

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Author Linda Buckley’s collection of poetry celebrates life in Alaska

New book of poetry reflects on 50 years of living in Southeast

Justin Fantasia shown running in the original Eldred Rock Lighthouse Run 4 the Rock Foghorn Race, which as since been renamed to the Justin Fantasia Memorial Run 4 the Rock in his honor. (Courtesy Photo / Sue York)

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Justin Fantasia Memorial Run 4 Rock raises funds for historic lighthouse

Racing for memory and good cause

It was business as usual for the Doogan family, Isaac, Neil and Alma, as they steadily work through a busy lunch rush Tuesday at J&J Deli and Asian Market. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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J&J Deli and Asian Market to remain open for 1 more year

The search will continue for new buyers

Andy Koch enjoys a solo before leaping off the stage to join the dancing crowd while still playing his guitar. (Courtesy photo / Bereniz Blackwell)

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Old friends reunite for packed house blues performance at Crystal Saloon

Blues night special.

The Tagaban family, Jacob, Jessielea, Joseph and Ed, pose with Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors thanks to the Make a Wish Foundation. (Courtesy photo / Ed Tagaban)

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‘Test yourself and you’ll eventually make it’: Petersburg teen takes NBA All-Star’s advice into fight with cancer

“It just really shows me how precious time is.”

Alaska Chef Amara Enciso featured at the Jorgenson House. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Chef Amara Enciso represents Alaska in 2022 Great American Seafood Cook-Off

See her seafood on the mainstage

A Move Over law is a law which requires motorists to move over and change lanes when approaching stationary emergency vehicles. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

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Police remind drivers to change lanes when approaching emergency vehicles

Violators could face misdemeanour charges.

Donated blood is prepared for storage and eventual transport at the Blood Bank of Alaska's Juneau location. There is a statewide shortage of donated blood. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

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Blood Bank of Alaska says there’s a critical need for blood

Blood Bank of Alaska is currently in urgent need of all blood types

Chicago-based blues/rock guitarist Keith Scott takes the stage in Juneau on July 22 and 23 at the Alaskan Hotel and Crystal Saloon. (Courtesy photo / Keith Scott)

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Keith Scott coming to Juneau and bringing the blues with him

He keeps on traveling “Down That Road”

Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire Since the closing of Capstone Clinics throughout the state, rapid antigen self-tests have become more popular and available as featured in this photo at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library.

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Local COVID numbers appear to be declining, but accurate count difficult amid at-home testing

Hospitalizations relatively low and steady.

This photo shows the University of Alaska Southeast campus in Juneau. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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UAS enrollment sees slight decline overall

However, newly enrolled and transfer students are up 40%.

Potential shoppers line the sidewalk of South Franklin Street in downtown Juneau. As business returns to near normal, Southeast Alaska's business community reports optimism about the future, according to a survey shared Thursday with the Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce. (Michael S. Lockett / Juneau Empire)

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Positive growth in the forecast for Juneau’s economic climate

Survey results show optimism in Southeast Alaska’s business community.

This combination image shows Ethel Lund Visionaries in Healthcare Scholarship recipients Delainey Steffe, Michael David Del Cesar, Gloria Eyon, Chariety Moler and Trinity Jackson. The scholarship offers funds to Southeast Alaska Native students pursuing studies in the health care field. (Courtesy Photos / Healing Hand Foundation)

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Scholarship to help Southeast Alaska Native students help others

7 students earn Ethel Lund Visionaries in Healthcare Scholarships.

Adult cats also available for adoption through Juneau Animal Rescue (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Juneau Animal Rescue to host annual fundraiser

Money in the kitty.

This year’s Mount Roberts Trail Race first-place winner Seth Rutt catches his breath after completing the race in under 40 minutes. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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The Mount Roberts Trail Race returns in-person and in-style

They’re running up that hill.

Planned Parenthood banner displayed at Marine Park on Saturday, July 9. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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‘This is a hill I’ll die on’: Abortion rights advocates rally in Juneau

Organizers held a rally in support of Planned Parenthood Saturday afternoon at Juneau’s a Marine Plaza on Saturday…

Mountain view from Mt. Roberts featuring Hike for a Pint passport and water bottle for this summer’s event. (Courtesy photo / Meghan Tabcek)

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Hike for a Pint is back for more adventures

It’s good for what ales you.

Foggy Mountain Shop now at their new location at 234 Seward St. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Foggy Mountain Shop celebrates grand opening at new location

Juneau’s well-known outdoor retailer Foggy Mountain Shop has moved locations, but they’re just a hop and a skip…

The Alaska Crimson Bear Pickleball Club prepares for upcoming tournament against the San Francisco Eagles July 8 and 9. (Courtesy photo / Mele Maake) The Alaska Crimson Bear Pickle Ball team prepares for upcoming tournament against the San Francisco Eagles July 8 and 9. (Courtesy photo / Mele Maake)

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Pickleball tourney to hold court in Juneau

Having fun is their racket.

Happy ramp agent featured in good spirits as Fulton’s TISABAS does the labor intensive part of loading the aircraft. (Courtesy photo / Ramper Innovations)

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Sitka man hopes crowdfunding helps ramp up business

He’s got your back.