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Letter: Selling our souls to the cruise ships

Returning to Juneau after a five-year hiatus, I am stunned to witness the changes brought on by mega floating tourist movers, the cruise ships. Previous… Continue reading

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Is Boostaro Legit? The Real Supplement Facts Behind Formula That Claims to Repair The Root Cause of Erectile Dysfunction

In the realm of men’s health supplements, Boostaro has emerged as a prominent contender, captivating the attention of those seeking natural solutions for improved sexual… Continue reading

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Is Java Burn Legit? The Real Supplement Facts Behind The Coffee Loophole Everyone Is Talking About

Innovative solutions to common challenges are constantly emerging in the ever-evolving world of health and wellness. One such groundbreaking product is Java Burn, a metabolic-boosting… Continue reading

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I Tried Alpha Drive RX Gummies – Here is My Review

In the realm of male enhancement supplements, Alpha Drive RX has garnered significant attention and anticipation. Marketed as a medical-strength solution, it promises to address… Continue reading

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Jasmine Chavez, a crew member aboard the Quantum of the Seas cruise ship, waves to her family during a cell phone conversation after disembarking from the ship at Marine Park on May 10. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file photo)

Ships in port for the week of July 13

Here’s what to expect this week.

Jasmine Chavez, a crew member aboard the Quantum of the Seas cruise ship, waves to her family during a cell phone conversation after disembarking from the ship at Marine Park on May 10. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file photo)
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Letter: Calm down the rage from national events with local actions

Most of us have heard the term “Act locally, think globally.” With all the political rhetoric and anger being expressed, here is what we can… Continue reading

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A common aerial wasp forages on cow parsnip flowers. (Photo by Bob Armstrong)

On the Trails: Cow parsnip flowers

Cow parsnip is known in our field guides as Heracleum lanatum, although it sometimes has other names. The flowers are typically displayed in big, flattish… Continue reading

A common aerial wasp forages on cow parsnip flowers. (Photo by Bob Armstrong)
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Police calls for Saturday, July 13, 2024

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

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Police calls for Friday, July 12, 2024

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

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Police calls for Thursday, July 11, 2024

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

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Police calls for Wednesday, July 10, 2024

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

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Former President Donald Trump is surrounded by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pa, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at rally after sounds like shots; the former president was escorted into his motorcade at his rally in Butler, Pa., a rural town about an hour north of Pittsburgh. (Doug Mills/The New York Times)

Trump rally shooting investigated as assassination attempt; gunman identified

One rally attendee and the shooter dead, two other spectators critically injured.

Former President Donald Trump is surrounded by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pa, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at rally after sounds like shots; the former president was escorted into his motorcade at his rally in Butler, Pa., a rural town about an hour north of Pittsburgh. (Doug Mills/The New York Times)
An array of stickers awaits voters on Election Day 2022. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire file photo)

Opinion: The case for keeping the parties from controlling our elections

Next month Alaskans will participate in the second open primary under the ranked-choice system approved by voters in 2020. Groups calling them themselves Alaskans for… Continue reading

An array of stickers awaits voters on Election Day 2022. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire file photo)
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ChillWell 2.0 Review – Will It Work For You?

Summer can be a blissful season filled with outdoor activities, beach days, and poolside relaxation. However, it also comes with the relentless heat that can… Continue reading

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People gather for “Our Cultural Landscape,” Sealaska Heritage Institute’s culturally responsive education conference. (Sealaska Heritage Institute photo)

Neighbors briefs

SHI to offer pre-conferences on Native literature, artful teaching Sealaska Heritage Institute (SHI) will offer two pre-conferences on Native literature and artful teaching prior to… Continue reading

People gather for “Our Cultural Landscape,” Sealaska Heritage Institute’s culturally responsive education conference. (Sealaska Heritage Institute photo)

Neighbors: Letters of thanks

Thanks to Juneau Community Foundation and CBJ for supporting elders On behalf of our staff, volunteers, and the wonderful people we serve, we want to… Continue reading

Commercial fishing boats are lined up at the dock at Seward’s harbor on June 22. Federal grants totaling a bit over $5 million have been awarded to the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute to help Alaskans sell more fish to more diverse groups of consumers. (Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)

Federal grants to state agency aim to expand markets for Alaska seafood

More than $5M to help ASMI comes after Gov. Dunleavy vetoed $10M for agency.

Commercial fishing boats are lined up at the dock at Seward’s harbor on June 22. Federal grants totaling a bit over $5 million have been awarded to the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute to help Alaskans sell more fish to more diverse groups of consumers. (Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)
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Letter: School board recalls a vote of no-confidence?

While four previous columns in the Empire have expressed concerns about efforts to recall the Juneau Board of Education president and vice president, I see… Continue reading

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Gov. Mike Dunleavy holds up the omnibus crime bill, House Bill 66, after signing it at a ceremony Thursday at the Department of Public Safety’s aircraft hangar at Lake Hood in Anchorage. At his side are Sandy Snodgrass, whose 22-year-old son died in 2021 from a fentanyl overdose, and Angela Harris, who was stabbed in 2022 by a mentally disturbed man at the public library in Anchorage and injured so badly that she now uses a wheelchair. Snodgrass and Harris advocated for provisions in the bill.Behind them are legislators, law enforcement officers and others. (Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)

Goals for new Alaska crime law range from harsher penalties for drug dealers to reducing recidivism

Some celebrate major progress on state’s thorniest crime issues while others criticize the methods.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy holds up the omnibus crime bill, House Bill 66, after signing it at a ceremony Thursday at the Department of Public Safety’s aircraft hangar at Lake Hood in Anchorage. At his side are Sandy Snodgrass, whose 22-year-old son died in 2021 from a fentanyl overdose, and Angela Harris, who was stabbed in 2022 by a mentally disturbed man at the public library in Anchorage and injured so badly that she now uses a wheelchair. Snodgrass and Harris advocated for provisions in the bill.Behind them are legislators, law enforcement officers and others. (Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)
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Living and Growing: The silence of God and the language of creation

“There is one God who revealed Himself through Jesus Christ His Son, who is His Word which came forth from silence.” — St. Ignatius of… Continue reading

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