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Opinion: Children’s play is critical for healthy development

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Opinion: Children’s play is critical for healthy development

A very different kind of prescription.

Photos: Wearable Art Show 2019

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Photos: Wearable Art Show 2019

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7 dead whales reported on Kodiak Island in 2018

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7 dead whales reported on Kodiak Island in 2018

That is far short of the 49 deceased whales reported in the region in 2015.

Police calls for Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019

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Police calls for Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report…

Worshipping together on our wedding day

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Worshipping together on our wedding day

It allows us awakening, belonging and growth.

Death Notices

Death Notice: Joyce Hinshaw Morrison

Joyce Arlene (Hinshaw) Morrison died Feb. 11, 2019, in Casper, Wyoming, at Wyoming Medical Center surrounded by her…

Opinion: League of Women Voters supports government reform bill

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Opinion: League of Women Voters supports government reform bill

The legislation will strengthen our democracy.

Opinion: State income tax is the answer in Alaska

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Opinion: State income tax is the answer in Alaska

A tax would prevent Gov. Dunleavy’s draconian cuts.

Opinion: The drowning of our democracy

Opinion

Opinion: The drowning of our democracy

We won’t be any better in a sea of worthless information.

Frank Murkowski: Here’s how to fix the Alaska Marine Highway System

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Frank Murkowski: Here’s how to fix the Alaska Marine Highway System

The former Alaska governor offers some suggestions.

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Applications open for vacant Docks and Harbors board seat

The deadline is Feb. 22.

Nominations open for First Lady’s Volunteer of the Year Awards

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Nominations open for First Lady’s Volunteer of the Year Awards

The awards are an annual tradition.

Juneau composting business wins $25K for sustainability

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Juneau composting business wins $25K for sustainability

Path to Prosperity Business Competition.

In this Feb. 4, 2019 file photo, former Speaker nominee Rep. Bryce Edgmon, Dillingham, right, shares a laugh with Speaker nominee Rep. David Talerico, R-Healy, as Speaker Pro Tempore Rep. Neal Foster, Nome, presides over the House. Edgmon was elected Speaker of the House on Thursday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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A whirlwhind week at the state capitol

Looking back on the week in the Alaska Legislature.

Students of the game: Intro hockey classes in full swing

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Students of the game: Intro hockey classes in full swing

Future Gretzkys.

Humor columnist Geoff Kirsch celebrates ten years of laughs

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Humor columnist Geoff Kirsch celebrates ten years of laughs

Read and hear what he has to say.

Photos: Thunder Mountain vs. Juneau-Douglas

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Photos: Thunder Mountain vs. Juneau-Douglas

Crosstown rivals battle on the court.

Biggest news from the Alaska Legislature, Dunleavy administration

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Biggest news from the Alaska Legislature, Dunleavy administration

House disarray, budget concerns the talk of the town.

House fills key leadership roles

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House fills key leadership roles

House majority, minority taking shape.

Here’s Juneau’s Realtor of the Year

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Here’s Juneau’s Realtor of the Year

She’s a realtor at Latitude 58.