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A bowl of cherries: Abundant red fruit brightens the neighborhood known as ‘The Flats’
Nobody seems quite sure about the origin of the fruit trees, but people have plenty of ideas.
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Mail delays postpone the start of pre-Election Day voting in parts of rural Alaska
Democrats express worries about the effect on Mary Peltola’s campaign for U.S. House.
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Following state disaster declaration, Gov. Dunleavy and Sen. Murkowski survey Juneau’s flooded homes
“What do we do with the community a year from now?”
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Record flooding exceeding ‘worst-case’ forecast swamps homes and streets near Mendenhall River
Water from glacial outburst flood crests at 15.99 feet, tops last year’s record by more than a foot.
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City says more than 100 homes damaged by record flood; Gov. Dunleavy issues state disaster declaration
Congressional delegation, organizations and businesses also discussing assistance possibilities.
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As early voting opens in Alaska’s U.S. House race, current and former candidates talk about what’s at stake
State has only one seat in the House, but in closely divided Congress is one of few swing…
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Suicide Basin flood tracker: Mendenhall River crests at 15.99 feet, expected to retreat rapidly
New record water level more than a foot higher than last year, causes unexpected damage to some homes.
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‘Special street dog’ Juno searches for her forever home
“We just want to make sure she goes to a good, loving home.”
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Pedestrian on Egan Drive critically injured in early morning hit-and-run collision with vehicle
Relative says victim, 38, has broken neck; man ‘involved’ in accident leads police to damaged vehicle.
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Newly remodeled Capitol Park welcomes community at ribbon-cutting ceremony
“I’m just looking forward to my great-grandchildren using this park.”
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Suicide Basin breaks, Mendenhall River expected to crest Tuesday morning with “worst case” similar to 2023
Forecast for river level of nearly 15 feet will flood numerous homes, according to weather service.
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Residents in Mendenhall River flood zone preparing, not panicking after Suicide Basin breaks
“Go” bags, alternate places to stay, other safeguards set as people watch waters expected to peak Tuesday.
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Record number of racers feel heat of new challenges, including first-ever long course, at Aukeman Triathlon
Isabella Lang, in a “for-fun” effort, gets dominant overall win in Olympic-length course.
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CCFR celebrates the retirement of Ed Quinto, Juneau’s longest-serving firefighter
Looking back at 45 years, retired assistant chief says it’s the journey that matters
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Alaska officials echo federal push to promote healing after boarding schools report
Murkowski, state lawmakers have pushed for a Native-led documentation effort.
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Gov. Dunleavy vetoes five bills passed late by state House
All five pieces of legislation were passed by the House after midnight on Legislature’s 121st day.
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JPD: Callers pretending to be police, court officials are scamming locals out of thousands of dollars
People often told to pay a fine online to avoid arrest for missing jury duty, officials say.
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New Alaska Permanent Fund reports show fiscal crisis growing closer
More money is being spent from the fund than is being deposited or earned through investments.
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Weather Service: Suicide Basin overflowing from top, but ‘no indication of a release at this time’
“Now is the time to start preparing for potential flooding impacts along the Mendenhall lake and river.”
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What Alaskans need to know ahead of the Aug. 20 primary
By-mail voting has already begun, while early in-person voting starts on Aug. 5