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When Jerry Brown came to Nome
A few Alaska researchers recently accepted a surprise assignment of giving Jerry Brown a tour of the Seward…
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UAS offers new undergraduate fisheries degree
The University of Alaska Southeast and the University of Alaska Fairbanks have received approval for a new undergraduate…
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WhaleFest turns focus to scientists
The 21st annual Sitka WhaleFest, hosted by the Sitka Sound Science Center (SSSC), will kick off Nov. 2…
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Dreaming Glacier Bay: A true Alaskan story with a mystery at its heart
The first thing to say about Perseverance Theatre’s latest offering, “Dreaming Glacier Bay,” a world premiere by Joel…
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Why are haunted houses scarier than climate change?
In sitting down to write this installment of the UAS Sustainability Committee’s monthly column, I’m taking a break…
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Is climate change making the Chugach Range less hospitable to Dall sheep?
As a wildlife field technician, Luke Metherell combines job, hobby and homework on weeklong backpacking trips in the…
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November First Friday features Tsimshian story and more
November’s got some great events scheduled for Juneau’s First Friday. Here’s what people have let us know about.…
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Creating an opera for the Princess Sophia
On Oct. 24, 1918, the S.S. Princess Sophia, a coastal passenger liner in the fleet of the Canadian…
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Cranberries, lichens, and confused porcupines: Ben Stewart valley and more
On one of the few fine days in late September, a friend and I ventured up the Ben…
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The lives of swans
One of the great treats of fall is finding a group of these huge white birds hanging out…
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We’re temporary, but part of something vast
Halloween stresses me out a little. I struggle putting clothes together for a normal day; I don’t have…
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JDHS students recognized
Juneau Empire The following students in October were recognized for their contributions to the Juneau-Douglas High School community:…
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Juneau Style: Abby
Abby’s hot pink hat and scarf first caught my eye as she walked cautiously (it is almost Halloween!)…
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Frugal fashion show raises $2K for AWARE
The sixth annual Frugal Fashion Show & Tea was held on Oct. 22 at the Juneau Moose Family…
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Recent births
Recent births at Bartlett Regional Hospital: • On Oct. 13, a daughter, Isis Amunet Bakr-Nelson, weighing 7 pounds,…
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Douglas Island Neighbors Association sets next meeting
The next meeting of the Douglas Island Neighbors Association will be Monday, Nov. 13. As usual, the Douglas…
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A big hasty half thank you
Thank you to all who ran, walked, and supported the Hasty Half Marathon and Extra Tough 5K &…
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November is diabetes awareness month
On Nov. 4, the Mendenhall Flying Lions Club will be holding its 22nd annual barbecue at McGivney’s Sports…
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The food bank thanks you
On Saturday, Oct. 14, the Southeast Alaska Food Bank conducted a very successful food drive at Super Bear…
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A Halloween spirit thank you
On Saturday, Oct. 21, Don Abel’s Pumpkin Patch hosted 10 Bigs and Littles from the Big Brothers Big…