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This 2020 electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Rocky Mountain Laboratories shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells cultured in a lab. On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, the top U.S. public health agency said that coronavirus can spread greater distances through the air than 6 feet, particularly in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces. But agency officials continued to say such spread is uncommon, and current social distancing guidelines still make sense. (NIAID-RML via AP)

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COVID at a glance for Tuesday, Dec. 22

The most recent state and local numbers.

This 2020 electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Rocky Mountain Laboratories shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells cultured in a lab. On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, the top U.S. public health agency said that coronavirus can spread greater distances through the air than 6 feet, particularly in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces. But agency officials continued to say such spread is uncommon, and current social distancing guidelines still make sense. (NIAID-RML via AP)

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COVID at a glance for Tuesday, Dec. 22

The most recent state and local numbers.

This photo shows salmon, quinoa and salad. (Vivian Mork Yéilk’ / For the Capital City Weekly)

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Planet Alaska: Healing foods for hard times

We’ve been eating all of our favorite soul foods because now is now.

The City and Borough of Juneau and four Juneau residents will be among those honored in the Governor’s Arts and Humanities Awards in early January. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

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Juneau residents to be recognized with arts and humanities awards

Four Juneauites and the city itself among the eight honored.

This has always been a police car. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire)

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Police calls for Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

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Letters to the Editor

Opinion: Was the Texas-led lawsuit frivolous?

Is there a substantial body of evidence?

This 2020 electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Rocky Mountain Laboratories shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells cultured in a lab. On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, the top U.S. public health agency said that coronavirus can spread greater distances through the air than 6 feet, particularly in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces. But agency officials continued to say such spread is uncommon, and current social distancing guidelines still make sense. (NIAID-RML via AP)

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COVID at a glance for Tuesday, Dec. 14

The most recent state and local numbers.

Chief Master Sgt. Winfield Hinkley Jr., Command Senior Enlisted Leader of the Alaska National Guard, left, Makayla Hikley, middle, and Maj. John Brackenbury, divisional commander with the Salvation Army, Alaska Division, wrap gifts in Anchorage, Alaska, that will be sent to children in three rural Alaska villages, on Nov. 17, 2020. The Alaska National Guard and the Salvation Army were able to provide and deliver gifts for the program’s 65th year, but had to scale back distribution parties that are normally held in the villages because of COVID-19. (AP Photo / Mark Thiessen)

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Pandemic prompts scaled back Christmas tradition in Alaska

This year’s edition of Operation Santa Claus didn’t have the pomp of previous incarnations.

Ice plates pile up on the shore of Mendenhall Lake on Dec. 4. (Courtesy Photo / Kerry Howard)

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On the Trails: Ice and quiet

It’s not an exercise for everyone, of course. You have to be ready for it.

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Letters to the Editor

Opinion: Bond idea seems a little backward

First pick a number, then go look for a set of projects that add up to that number?

This photo shows the Juneau Police Station, March 20, 2020. (Michael S. Lockett / Juneau Empire File)

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Police warn of phone scam faking abduction scenario

They’ve recieved several reports of such calls.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy, seen here in this April 7, photo, will hold a news conference Tuesday evening. (Courtesy photo / Office of Gov. Mike Dunleavy)

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Watch: Gov. Dunleavy discuss vaccine, Southeast disaster

Watch the video live

Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File The U.S. Flag and Alaska state flag fly on the roof of the Alaska State Capitol on Oct. 17. With just over a month before legislative session is set to begin, some lawmakers are waiting to lock down digs. One factor: uncertainty about how — and for how long — lawmakers plan to meet.

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Virus causes session housing headaches for state lawmakers

Uncertainty shaped short-term housing plans.

(Courtesy Photo / Randall Davis, Alaska Department of Fish & Game)

Opinion

Opinion: Sea otters are the defenders of kelp forests, ecosystems

We recognize the important ecological roles they play.

This 2020 electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Rocky Mountain Laboratories shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells cultured in a lab. On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, the top U.S. public health agency said that coronavirus can spread greater distances through the air than 6 feet, particularly in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces. But agency officials continued to say such spread is uncommon, and current social distancing guidelines still make sense. (NIAID-RML via AP)

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COVID at a glance for Monday, Dec. 14

The most recent state and local numbers.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy (Courtesy Photo / Office of Gov. Mike Dunleavy)

Opinion

Opinion: Our hearts go out to Southeast Alaska

Governor shares thoughts, response information on recent disaster.

The Rev. Tari Stage-Harvey is pastor at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church. (Courtesy Photo)

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Living & Growing: Nothing prepares you for Advent like an adventure

Kafka sounds different when read by a slap happy kid trying to do a Scottish brogue.

It has always been a police car. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire)

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Police calls for Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

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Slack Tide: Whole lotta latkes

Celebrate Hanukkah with these “excellent calorie shovels.”

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Opinion

Opinion: The trouble with celebrity politicians

Judges calling balls and strikes are the last line of defense…