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David Kingeistí Katzeek, a Tlingit elder who helps with Tlingit Culture, Language and Literacy program, speaks during a program open house, Monday, April 22, 2019. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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Traditional memorial ceremony to be held virtually

It will be livestreamed and open to the public.

The author was in the right place, but at the wrong time. This typifies his rut hunting program. (Jeff Lund / For the Juneau Empire)

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I Went To The Woods: Growing as a hunter

Romanticizing the storm.

Death Notices

Death Notice: Deborah Jane Henry

Deborah Jane Henry, 73, died Oct. 10, 2020, in Anchorage.

Election challengers observe as ballots are counted at the central counting board, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo / Carlos Osorio)

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Election officials scramble to count ballots in key states

Still no call, but here’s the latest.

In our area, beach pea and lupines, such as the ones shown in this photo, have Rhizobia nodules. These nodules are induced by the bacteria in response to chemical triggers from the plant. These bacteria can only fix nitrogen when with a suitable host. (Pixabay / Markéta Machová)

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On the Trails: Digging into the underground ecosystem

It’s an ecosystem that’s not as well-studied as some others but surely has many interesting stories.

This is a police car.

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Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020

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

Ravens, crows and jays have the anatomical equipment for singing but they don’t use song to defend territories or attract males, as other songbirds do. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

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On the Trails: Why don’t some songbirds sing?

These songbirds have no dawn choruses.

A voter fills out their ballot in the Thunder Mountain High School gymnasium on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Election officials said early turnout was steady but slightly slower than in past years--perhaps due to a surge in early voting within the precinct. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

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State of Alaska releases unofficial results

It’s still very early in the count.

Alyse Galvin emerges from the voting booth after casting her early vote Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Anchorage, Alaska. Galvin, an independent, is trying to unseat U.S. Rep. Don Young, Alaska’s sole member of the U.S. House and in office since 1973. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen)

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Contentious congressional races to be closely watched

A look at races for the U.S. House of Representative and Senate on Election Day.

Death Notices

Death Notice: Amy O’Mara

Amy O’Mara died peacefully in her sleep on October 30, 2020. Her love and wisdom were gifts delightfully…

Chester County, Pa. election workers process mail-in and absentee ballots for the 2020 general election in the United States at West Chester University, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in West Chester, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

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Biden wins Michigan, Wisconsin, now on brink of White House

Counting continues day after Election Day.

Dr. Al Gross is an undated photo provided by the campaign. Gross has gained national attention as a strong contender to oust incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan in the 2020 Senate race. (Courtesy photo / Dr. Al Gross for U.S. Senate)

Opinion

Opinion: Opportunity to improve Alaskan’s lives is in front of us

“I can say unequivocally that Al Gross will be the champion that Alaska needs in the U.S. Senate.”

Alyse Galvin speaks during a drive-in rally held Oct. 17 in Juneau. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

Letters to the Editor

Opinion: Galvin is an impressive candidate

Alyse stood in the wind and took questions from the audience, and she didn’t duck tough questions.

Alyse Galvin speaks during a drive-in rally held Oct. 17 in Juneau. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

Letters to the Editor

Opinion: It’s time for a representative who listens

Don Young is part of the swamp. Mr. Young came to the House in 1973 — almost half…

Dr. Al Gross (courtesy photo)

Letters to the Editor

Opinion: When was the last time you felt Southeast Alaska was truly represented in the Senate?

I’ve seen Al’s Southeast Alaskan skill set and expertise first hand.

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Opinion

Opinion: Ballot Measure 1 deserves our support

Ballot Measure 1 doesn’t solve all oil tax law problems, but it definitely makes it better.

U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview with the Juneau Empire at the Alaska State Capitol in February 2019. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Letters to the Editor

Opinion: I’ve worked with and support Dan Sullivan

Dan was instrumental in spearheading the “Choose Respect” initiative.

Alaska U.S. Senate candidate Al Gross speaks to supporters at an event at a downtown park in Juneau, Alaska, on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, as his wife, Monica Gross, at right, looks on. The event, held on a rainy, windy morning, is among those Gross is holding in the lead-up to the Nov. 3, 2020, general election, in which Gross, an independent running with Democratic backing, is facing Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan. (AP Photo / Becky Bohrer)

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Senate campaigns make last push for votes in Alaska

Race has been heated in recent weeks.

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Neighbors

Living & Growing: Choice is a gift

It allows us to be active, not passive, in our lives.

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Neighbors

Stlack Tide: Crazy for Krazy Glue

Fond as I am of duct tape, I love another multi-use adhesive even more