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A tender shoot in dry ground
For many Christians, the passage in the Old Testament book, Isaiah, chapter 53, carries a powerful message from…
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Connie and Scott Jeffers celebrate 40th anniversary
Connie Frankforter wed Scott Jeffers on Dec. 27, 1975. The couple, who have made Juneau their home, plan…
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TMHS December student recognition
Thunder Mountain High school recognized five students for the month of December. Senior Abby DeRocher was nominated by…
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David and Genelle Massey celebrate 50th anniversary
Genelle Harlow wed David Massey on Dec. 18, 1965, at College Avenue Presbyterian Church in Alton, Illinois. Soon…
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Environmental assessment for Treadwell Ditch Trail
The Juneau Ranger District is moving forward with planning for the Treadwell Ditch Trail Bridges Construction project. The…
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Eaglecrest to open full mountain
Eaglecrest Ski Area is opening the entire mountain Saturday, Dec. 19 and will remain open daily until Jan.…
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Council tightens Southcentral charter halibut allocation for 2016
The ratchet keeps tightening on Southcentral halibut charter operations, among other groups, and relief measures are still stuck…
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Alaska Science Forum: Measuring the highest peaks in the Brooks Ridge
U.S. Geological Survey topographic maps give you a choice on the height of Mount Isto. Depending on what…
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Marten trapping in Southeast Alaska
I grew up trapping muskrat in western New York state in the small rural community of Bolivar. I…
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Parental care by males (fishes and amphibians)
Editor’s note: This is part one of a two-part series. Some months ago I was captivated by a…
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What’s happening this week
EVENTS Community Potluck & Fun-Raiser, 5–8 pm, Wednesday, Dec. 16, St. Ann’s Parish Hall (Fifth & Gold…
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Juneau Volunteer Fire Department to offer free swims through Youth Activity Fund
The Juneau Volunteer Fire Department recently partnered with the Juneau Community Foundation to establish the Juneau Volunteer Firefighters’…
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Juneau moms reaching out to help refugees
Most Syrian refugees have a long and winding path ahead of them. Some Juneau mothers, and a national…
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Two breads for Winter Solstice
Dies Natalis Solis Invictus, “Birthday of the Unconquered Sun.” Dec. 21 is the shortest day of the year…
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Writers’ Weir: Orderly Transfer of Power
Splitting chain-sawed hemlock roundson a drizzly November day, I imaginewoodstove heat chasing January’s chill. An orange…
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Science and history behind Harry Potter to be showcased in Haines
HAINES – The Sheldon Museum and Cultural Center will open a new exhibit, “Harry Potter’s World: Renaissance Science,…
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Governor’s Awards for the Arts and Humanities recipients include three Juneau residents
The Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Alaska Humanities Forum have announced the eight recipients of…
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In memoriam: Juneau mayor Greg Fisk
BY SAM DEGRAVE JUNEAU EMPIRE At the end of October, I had the privilege of sitting down with…
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Making Local Work: Ewing Dry Goods
Dan Ewing’s been through dark times, but he considers himself blessed — with his family, his business, and…
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Movie listings
GOLD TOWN NICKELODEON For complete listings, visit www.goldtownnick.com. “Trumbo” — Thursday-Sunday. Synopsis: The successful career of 1940s screenwriter…