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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 Friday, July 9, 2021

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)
An election official lays out more “I voted” stickers on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Stickers for the 2020 general election featured designs by Alaskan artist Barbara Lavallee. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Ranked-choice voting isn’t that simple

The change isn’t simple, and Alaskans need to prepare for it.

An election official lays out more “I voted” stickers on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Stickers for the 2020 general election featured designs by Alaskan artist Barbara Lavallee. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Passenger arrested after taking over small plane in Alaska

The incident occurred Wednesday on a flight between Bethel and Aniak.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
The Juneau Police Department, along with law enforcement partner organizations, is preparing for the possibility of political violence at the capitol, seen above, on the day of the inauguration. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Infrastructure package could mean opportunities for Alaska

We have some opportunities coming up that can help us with our perennial budget problems.

The Juneau Police Department, along with law enforcement partner organizations, is preparing for the possibility of political violence at the capitol, seen above, on the day of the inauguration. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)
A group seeking Gov. Mike Dunleavy's ouster has yet to collect the necessary signatures to force a recall election.  (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

Recall effort lacks signatures nearly 2 years in

A total of 71,252 signatures are needed to qualify for a recall election.

A group seeking Gov. Mike Dunleavy's ouster has yet to collect the necessary signatures to force a recall election.  (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)
Backpackers often want seclusion and peace, but with a trail comes company and the perception of too many people. 
(Jeff Lund / For the Juneau Empire)

I Went to the Woods: Can 2 things be true?

I want people to get outside and be heathy. But not where I’m going.

Backpackers often want seclusion and peace, but with a trail comes company and the perception of too many people. 
(Jeff Lund / For the Juneau Empire)
Salmonberries sit in a cedar basket woven by Faye Kohrt in Wrangell. (Vivian Faith Prescott/ For the Capital City Weekly)

Planet Alaska: Celebrating salmonberries

What I love about salmonberries is they’re persistent.

Salmonberries sit in a cedar basket woven by Faye Kohrt in Wrangell. (Vivian Faith Prescott/ For the Capital City Weekly)
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Police calls for Wednesday, July 7, 2021

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

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In this photo provided by the Alaska Division of Forestry, guests at the Chena Hot Springs Resort watch the Munson Creek Fire near Fairbanks, Alaska, on Monday, July 5, 2021. Authorities on Monday advised residents and guests at an Alaska hot springs resort to evacuate immediately after a nearby wildfire intensified. The Fairbanks North Star Borough issued the evacuation order when the fire reached a point less than a mile behind Chena Hot Springs. (Courtesy Photo / Alaska Division of Forestry)

Firefighters defend Chena Hot Springs Resort from advancing wildfire

About 150 firefighters were working to protect the resort, homes and cabins in the area.

In this photo provided by the Alaska Division of Forestry, guests at the Chena Hot Springs Resort watch the Munson Creek Fire near Fairbanks, Alaska, on Monday, July 5, 2021. Authorities on Monday advised residents and guests at an Alaska hot springs resort to evacuate immediately after a nearby wildfire intensified. The Fairbanks North Star Borough issued the evacuation order when the fire reached a point less than a mile behind Chena Hot Springs. (Courtesy Photo / Alaska Division of Forestry)
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Police calls for Monday, July 5, 2021

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13 Best Background Check Companies: Find the Best Background Site for You

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Online Tarot Reading: Best Free Tarot Card Reading Services Ranked by Accuracy

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Cooley’s buttercup is one of the early flowers to bloom on Mount Roberts. (Courtesy Photo / Bob Armstrong)

On the Trails: Summer comes in Juneau

What a difference those 10 days made!

Cooley’s buttercup is one of the early flowers to bloom on Mount Roberts. (Courtesy Photo / Bob Armstrong)
This photo shows Page A1 of the Sunday, July 4, 2021, edition of the Juneau Empire. Due to mechanical problems the paper's printing was delayed.

Printing, delivery delayed for Sunday, July 4

This notice has been updated to reflect an expected delivery time. Due to challenges during the printing process, the July 4, 2021, edition of the… Continue reading

This photo shows Page A1 of the Sunday, July 4, 2021, edition of the Juneau Empire. Due to mechanical problems the paper's printing was delayed.
Fireworks light up the night sky over the Gastineau Channel with reds, whites and blues in the early hours of the Fourth of July. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)
Fireworks light up the night sky over the Gastineau Channel with reds, whites and blues in the early hours of the Fourth of July. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)
This public domain image shows a printing of the Declaration of Independence.

Opinion: Understanding our declaration on Independence Day

Widespread ignorance of U.S. history contributes to gullibility.

This public domain image shows a printing of the Declaration of Independence.
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Juneau students earn academic honors, awards

Recognitions for the week of July 4, 2021.

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Thank you letters for the week of July 4, 2021

Thank you, merci, danke, gracias, gunalchéesh.

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