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Opinion: The power of community banks

One of my favorite childhood memories is joining my father as he visited communities around Western Alaska to conduct some truly “mobile” banking. Pop would… Continue reading

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This photo shows the state seal on a ballot for June 11 special primary election. a lawsuit was filed on behalf of the Arctic Village Council, League of Women Voters of Alaska and two voters who a complaint says made mistakes on their ballot envelopes in the June special U.S. House primary that resulted in their ballots being rejected. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

Groups sue over lack of process to fix mail ballot mistakes

Lawsuit filed on behalf of the Arctic Village Council, League of Women Voters of Alaska and 2 voters

This photo shows the state seal on a ballot for June 11 special primary election. a lawsuit was filed on behalf of the Arctic Village Council, League of Women Voters of Alaska and two voters who a complaint says made mistakes on their ballot envelopes in the June special U.S. House primary that resulted in their ballots being rejected. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)
A female hairy woodpecker brings insect prey to chicks in an excavated nest cavity. (Courtesy Photo / Bob Armstrong)

On the Trails: Cavity-nesting birds

Hole sweet home.

A female hairy woodpecker brings insect prey to chicks in an excavated nest cavity. (Courtesy Photo / Bob Armstrong)
Alexander B. Dolitsky

Opinion: Richard Nixon, a fur coat, and an escape from the Soviet Union

Leo, wherever you are now. Give me a call. Let’s chat!

Alexander B. Dolitsky
In this Jan. 17, 2017, photo state Rep. Dean Westlake, D-Kotzebue, talks with another legislator during a break in the opening session of the Alaska Legislature in Juneau, Alaska. The son of the former Alaska lawmaker faces charges of manslaughter and evidence tampering in death of his father, according to charging documents. Tallon Westlake was arrested over the weekend. An online court records system did not show an attorney Monday, Aug. 22, 2022 who could speak on his behalf. The charging documents are dated Sunday. (AP File Photo / Mark Thiessen)

Son of ex-Alaska lawmaker faces charges in father’s death

He was arrested over the weekend.

In this Jan. 17, 2017, photo state Rep. Dean Westlake, D-Kotzebue, talks with another legislator during a break in the opening session of the Alaska Legislature in Juneau, Alaska. The son of the former Alaska lawmaker faces charges of manslaughter and evidence tampering in death of his father, according to charging documents. Tallon Westlake was arrested over the weekend. An online court records system did not show an attorney Monday, Aug. 22, 2022 who could speak on his behalf. The charging documents are dated Sunday. (AP File Photo / Mark Thiessen)
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Opinion: A constitutional convention would be bad for business

Every 10 years (at least) Alaskans are asked to vote on whether a constitutional convention should be called. Each time throughout history voters have overwhelmingly… Continue reading

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Recogntions for the week of Aug. 21

Awards and honors.

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Thank yous for the week of Aug.21.

Thank you, merci, danke, gracias, gunalchéesh.

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It's a police car until you look closely and see the details don't quite match. (Juneau Empire File / Michael Penn)

Police calls for Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022

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

It's a police car until you look closely and see the details don't quite match. (Juneau Empire File / Michael Penn)
Courtesy Photo /Chris Arp Harry Potter Lake, at the top of this photo, as it looked four years ago, perched 10 feet above and 30 feet away from the creek that in 2022 received most of its water.
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Alaska Science Forum: If a lake drains in northern Alaska…

Rarely do people get to see it.

Courtesy Photo /Chris Arp Harry Potter Lake, at the top of this photo, as it looked four years ago, perched 10 feet above and 30 feet away from the creek that in 2022 received most of its water.
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An angler holds up a king salmon in this August 2013 photo. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Wild Fish Conservancy focus is misguided

It’s a lot easier to pick on the little guy than power company giants.

An angler holds up a king salmon in this August 2013 photo. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
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Steel Bite Pro Reviews: What are Customers Saying? (Update)

Steel Bite Pro is a plant-based supplement that contains several vitamins and minerals that, according to the official website, may help you with the maintenance… Continue reading

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U.S. Senate candidate Kelly Tshibaka and former President Donald Trump stand on stage during a July rally in Anchorage. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire)

Opinion: It’s Murkowski vs. Trump in November

Alaskans must reward her defense of the truth…

U.S. Senate candidate Kelly Tshibaka and former President Donald Trump stand on stage during a July rally in Anchorage. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire)
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Marine-D3 Reviews: What are Customers Saying?

In the US, high blood pressure is one of the primary causes of heart disease and stroke, accounting for roughly 1,000 fatalities per day. High… Continue reading

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Jane Hale (Courtesy Photo)

Coming Out: Facticity and freedom

We have personal freedom — and thus the personal responsibility — to shape a lot about our lives.

Jane Hale (Courtesy Photo)
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Peak BioBoost Reviews – What are Customers Actually Saying?

Peak BioBoost is a daily gut health formula to promote more consistent bowel movements without disrupting any routine. The formula can be mixed into coffee… Continue reading

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It's a police car until you look closely. The eye shies away, the . (Juneau Empire File / Michael Penn)

Police calls for Friday, August 19, 2022

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

It's a police car until you look closely. The eye shies away, the . (Juneau Empire File / Michael Penn)
Adam Bauer

Living & Growing: Trustworthiness, truthfulness, honesty and cooperation can cure humanity’s ills

It is all too easy to look at the world today and become consumed by the discord…

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Opinion: There is no need for a constitutional convention

What are the odds a constitutional convention will be anything other than a circus?

(Peter Segall / Juneau Empire File)
This photo shows the Juneau School District headquarters on March 17, 2021. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire file)

When will our schools return to normal?

Somehow over the past 20 years, the “normal” school experience has changed.

This photo shows the Juneau School District headquarters on March 17, 2021. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire file)