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One of the illustrations in "Little Whale," a chapter book for young readers written and illustrated by Roy A. Peratrovich, Jr.

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‘Little Whale’ takes readers on Tlingit canoe journey

More than 100 years ago, when he was just 10 years old, Roy A. Peratrovich Jr.’s grandfather, Andrew…

The M/V Westward once featured harpoons for the sport hunting of humpback whales mounted on its deck. Now, it does cruises of a much different sort.

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Guests of 92-year-old yacht once hunted humpback whales

Once upon a 90-year distant time, the M/V Westward carried cruise ships passengers hunting humpback whales, mountain goats…

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JAHC local food festival to be held Aug. 27

Juneau Arts & Humanities Council brings the 9th Annual Food Festival, featuring fresh local produce, homemade jams and…

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‘Adventurementalism’ shows link between nature, recovery from trauma

If you don’t see the connection between kayaking and mental health, Friday’s event at the Goldtown Nickelodeon aims…

Images from a work-in-progress at Ice Fog Press, started by Juneau photographer Ben Huff.

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Juneau photographer founds new press

Photographer Ben Huff has been dreaming of his own press since 2007, and this summer, with the help…

Realtor Jocelyn Miles is one of ten divas participating in Juneau Lyric Opera's "Who's Your Diva," upcoming Sept. 24 at the JACC.

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Who’s Your Diva? Jocelyn Miles

JLO: What was your first memorable public performance? JM: My first memorable performance was in elementary school talent…

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Who’s Your Diva: Week 1

Juneau Lyric Opera’s fifth production of the popular “Who’s Your Diva,” a singing competition and fundraiser showcasing Juneau’s…

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Who’s Your Diva? Britany McKibben

JLO: What was your first memorable public performance? BM: It was my junior year of high school. I…

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Writers’ Weir: Trust

A scatter of Vaux swifts, swallow-like “cigars with wings,” pluck insects from the afternoon air. As dusk approaches…

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Nominate an artist, educator for Gov. Award for the Arts

Nominate for 2017 Governor’s Awards for the Arts Nominations are now open for the 2017 Governor’s Awards for…

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On Writing: Clarity and Precision

In the kind of writing most of us do every day—the kind of writing I’ve mainly been concerned…

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Letter: Honest stories connect us

I believe that listening and sharing can undermine prejudice and judgment. I believe that if we embrace the…

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UAS offers special enrollment opportunities

University of Alaska Southeast has launched Finish College Alaska, a new program for Alaskans who have attended college…

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Panhandlers host 22nd annual Toy Run for BRH

Once again, the Panhandlers Motorcycle Club is gearing up to resupply Bartlett Regional Hospital with a bin of…

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BRHF accepting Behavioral Wellness Scholarship applications

Bartlett Regional Hospital Foundation is accepting applications for the Bartlett Foundation Behavioral Wellness Scholarship to support expansion of…

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Rotary Bulbs sale to raise funds for community service projects

Spring-flowering bulbs are now available for purchase from the Juneau-Gastineau Rotarians. These bulbs, including daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and…

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Ninth annual Food Festival at the JAHC

The Juneau Arts & Humanities Council brings the ninth annual Food Festival, featuring fresh local produce, homemade jams…

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Fire fundraiser for Wolfe family

On July 29, Ralph and Gloria Wolfe’s Yakutat house burnt down, taking with it their home, belongings and…

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Recent births

Recent births at Bartlett Regional Hospital • A daughter, Stella Louise Onstad, weighing 8 lbs. 7 oz., was…

Donald and Alma Harris on their wedding day.

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Alma and Donald to celerbate 50th anniversary

Donald and Alma Harris will have their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 20. Join them for a celerbation…