News
Alaska plans to send National Guard members to Mexico border in support of the federal government
The state of Alaska is planning to send members of its National Guard south to the Mexican border,…
News
Southeast Alaska tribes seek Canadian recognition due to transboundary issues
A group of Southeast Alaska tribes is asking Canada to recognize their right to have a voice in…
Opinion
Opinion: Dunleavy’s immigration duplicity
“People will go where they believe they have a future. That should be obvious” Gov. Mike Dunleavy said…
Neighbors
Cooking for Pleasure: Alaska Rockfish for dinner
The halibut and salmon being sold right now are superb, delicious fish. But there are other options out…
Sports
I Went to the Woods: Math meets guts
I found myself emotionally involved Sunday and felt the pending demise of the Detroit Lions with every dropped…
News
Telephone Hill: Dialing up the past, ringing in the future
Mining camp, military outpost, courthouses, a Capitol battle and now a modern development debate.
News
Police calls for Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024
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Opinion
Opinion: Juneau School District financial challenges require deliberate, thoughtful response
As the extent of the financial difficulties facing the Juneau School District (JSD) unfolds, it’s clear that their…
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Be a part of humankind, not human mean
When I was a teenager I met a man who greeted me with “It’s a good day for…
Neighbors
Living and Growing: Rethinking Hell?
Does a merciful God really torture unbelievers, forever? Now, more than ever, more people reject God. One reason…
Neighbors
Neighbors: SHI, stakeholders to develop first-ever Alaska Native language reading standards
Two virtual meetings scheduled next week to consult with Alaskans statewide.
News
Alaska Senate passes new pension program for state employees, but final approval is in question
The Alaska House of Representatives has shown little interest in considering pension bills
News
School district schedules three public comment meetings during next week to discuss budget deficit
First meeting is Wednesday at TMHS; meeting at JDHS next Tuesday and virtual meeting next Monday.
News
High job vacancies in Alaska state agencies can reduce services and lead to burnout
An average of about 14% of Alaska state jobs are unfilled
News
Police calls for Monday, Jan. 29, 2024
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News
‘Pandemic of snow’ in Anchorage sets a record for the earliest arrival of 100 inches of snow
Even by Alaska standards, there is a lot of snow this winter.
News
As lawmakers consider student funding, Juneau families and educators rally for larger increase
It rained and blew Monday on the Capitol steps in Juneau, but dozens of education supporters turned out…
News
At annual legislative speech, Gov. Dunleavy calls for more Alaska development projects
In his sixth annual State of the State address, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy promoted development projects, called on…
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Dunleavy should respect majority of Alaskans, take down ‘pro-life’ flag from governor’s mansion
When Gov. Dunleavy hung a so-called “pro-life” flag at the governor’s house — the people’s house in Alaska’s…