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Police calls for Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Neighbors
Living and Growing: A Scotsman who inspired spiritual leaders with writings about God’s unconditional love for all
“I know nothing that gives me such a feeling of spiritual healing, of being washed, as to read…
Opinion
Opinion: The twisted logic of the Juneau School Board recall petition
The ink was hardly dry on the Juneau School District (JSD) FY 2025 budget passed last month before…
News
Resilient Peoples and Place: Alaska Youth Stewards — Where Are They Now?
Three participants discuss their experiences and lessons learned for a sustainable future.
News
Alaskans support increased education funding, reforms, according to Dunleavy poll
Majority of those polled say they think “change and reform” are key to improving Alaska’s test scores.
Opinion
Dunleavy wants a state sponsored legal defense fund
On Friday, the Senate Judiciary Committee held its second hearing on a bill challenging a new regulation that…
News
Alaska House passes draft state budget amid warnings that state spending doesn’t balance
Changes during floor debate include $9M by Rep Andi Story, D-Juneau, for youth reading program.
News
Police calls for Monday, April 8, 2024
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Opinion
My Turn: The last thing Juneau needs now is a divisive school board recall campaign
The long-postponed and necessary closure and consolidation of Juneau schools had to happen. There is no question given…
News
Buddy Tabor’s folk music hits global streaming platforms
Online re-release of Juneau musician’s 1998 album occurring during this week’s Alaska Folk Festival.
News
Alaska lawmakers OK rules for subscription-style basic health care
The Alaska Legislature has voted to approve a health care approach likened to a gym membership.
News
Alaska House digs into budget — and a developing gap between expenses and revenue
Financial estimates show may not be enough revenue to cover the Legislature’s draft spending plan.
News
Alaska House prepares to consider budget changes, including money for homeless shelter and ferries
$12.3 billion spending plan includes PFD of more than $2,700, but lawmakers expect changes.
Opinion
My Turn: Juneau Community Charter School — an optional program with a long history of serving students
With charter schools in the news recently, it is worth examining the model and how it is being…
Letters to the Editor
Letter: School consolidation will limit students’ ability to participate in activities
I am a high school student at Thunder Mountain High School, and I understand consolidation had to occur…
Opinion
My Turn: Suggestions for Juneau’s future as the Planning Commission seeks public input
Note: This story has been updated to correct the amount of the head tax, and clarify references to…
Neighbors
Neighbors: Juneau student among four National Honor Society Scholarship Award winners
TMHS senior Elizabeth Djajalie selected from among nearly 17,000 applicants.
Sports
On the Trails: Flowers and their visitors
Flowers influence their visitors in several ways. Visitors may be attracted by floral color, shape, or scents. Flowers…
Death Notices
Death Notice: Karen Keen
Prominent Juneau resident Karen Keen, wife of movie producer Chuck Keen, passed peacefully at her home in Juneau…