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David Michael Kennedy, acclaimed photographer, speaks about the state of photography while at the Alaska State Museum on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019. Kennedy is in town as the juror of the museum’s Alaska Positive photography exhibit. Kennedy is giving a lecture at the museum on Friday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
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Nationally known photographer shares advice, his Bob Dylan story and why he’s still drawn to old tech

“It’s like every time you push the button you’re saying yes to life.”

David Michael Kennedy, acclaimed photographer, speaks about the state of photography while at the Alaska State Museum on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019. Kennedy is in town as the juror of the museum’s Alaska Positive photography exhibit. Kennedy is giving a lecture at the museum on Friday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Evan Wood, one of the owners of Devil’s Club Brewing Company, talks in August about what proposed rule changes for Alaska’s breweries and distilleries would mean for his business. Those changes weren’t adopted because of an Alcoholic Beverage Control Board decision Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Alcohol board vote means huge ‘relief’ for local breweries, distilleries

They can keep doing what they’re doing.

Evan Wood, one of the owners of Devil’s Club Brewing Company, talks in August about what proposed rule changes for Alaska’s breweries and distilleries would mean for his business. Those changes weren’t adopted because of an Alcoholic Beverage Control Board decision Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Swap co-organizer Miranda McCarty moves a pile of clothing to be processed by volunteers at the community clothing swap Saturday, Nov. 9. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

It’s ridiculously hard to get rid of clothing in Juneau. This could help.

There’s a new way to get rid of unwanted clothes.

Swap co-organizer Miranda McCarty moves a pile of clothing to be processed by volunteers at the community clothing swap Saturday, Nov. 9. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)
Reduced bail, house arrest denied for alleged sex offender

Reduced bail, house arrest denied for alleged sex offender

He’s facing 14 charges.

Reduced bail, house arrest denied for alleged sex offender
Killah Priest, who is known for his appearances on Wu-Tang Clan member albums as well as over a dozen solo efforts, will be in Juneau for a Dec. 20 concert. (Courtesy Photo | Killah Priest)
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Wu-Tang Clan rapper is coming to Juneau

Killah Priest heads to Southeast.

Killah Priest, who is known for his appearances on Wu-Tang Clan member albums as well as over a dozen solo efforts, will be in Juneau for a Dec. 20 concert. (Courtesy Photo | Killah Priest)
These three Alaskans are disrupting the salmon business
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These three Alaskans are disrupting the salmon business

They want to hook fish and customers.

These three Alaskans are disrupting the salmon business
Lucky Number 7: More girls than ever join Juneau high school hockey team

Lucky Number 7: More girls than ever join Juneau high school hockey team

They’re finding their edge.

Lucky Number 7: More girls than ever join Juneau high school hockey team
Jury announces verdict against one-time Assembly candidate accused of PFD fraud

Jury announces verdict against one-time Assembly candidate accused of PFD fraud

It was a quick trial, and the verdict is in.

Jury announces verdict against one-time Assembly candidate accused of PFD fraud
Crystal clear: First-time Juneau business owner enjoys her new adventure

Crystal clear: First-time Juneau business owner enjoys her new adventure

A one-stop shop for wellness.

Crystal clear: First-time Juneau business owner enjoys her new adventure
Ferry service canceled to Southeast towns after repair costs run high

Ferry service canceled to Southeast towns after repair costs run high

Costs keep piling up.

Ferry service canceled to Southeast towns after repair costs run high
In this July photo Ivette Naida, left, receives HIV medication from social workers from the IDEA Exchange. HIV medication is part of the reason transmission rates of the virus are low in Alaska. (AP Photo | Lynne Sladky)

Alaska has some of the highest STD rates, but the lowest HIV rates. Why?

While HIV and STD rates are different, they’re not totally unrelated.

In this July photo Ivette Naida, left, receives HIV medication from social workers from the IDEA Exchange. HIV medication is part of the reason transmission rates of the virus are low in Alaska. (AP Photo | Lynne Sladky)
Thinking outside the raffle ticket: How Juneau sports teams get by with less school district dollars

Thinking outside the raffle ticket: How Juneau sports teams get by with less school district dollars

Counting the cost of Juneau activities.

Thinking outside the raffle ticket: How Juneau sports teams get by with less school district dollars
Malaspina to end service in December

Malaspina to end service in December

“Keep Alaska Moving” just got harder.

Malaspina to end service in December
Two men were involved in a crash on Glacier Highway that killed one early Thursday morning. (Courtesy photo | Juneau Police Department)

Early morning car crash ends in fatality

Alcohol was involved.

Two men were involved in a crash on Glacier Highway that killed one early Thursday morning. (Courtesy photo | Juneau Police Department)
Anthonyu Hotka customizes his mask at the Haunted Station at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Station Juneau last October. Station personnel pay for all the decoration themselves and take three weeks to ready the station. Entry is non perishable food items for the Southeast Alaska Food Bank. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
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Haunted houses and more: Juneau’s Halloween 2019 Guide

Here’s what’s happening for Halloween.

Anthonyu Hotka customizes his mask at the Haunted Station at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Station Juneau last October. Station personnel pay for all the decoration themselves and take three weeks to ready the station. Entry is non perishable food items for the Southeast Alaska Food Bank. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
A bone to pick: Artist’s oosik-Dunleavy sticker goes viral
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A bone to pick: Artist’s oosik-Dunleavy sticker goes viral

A sticker sticking point.

A bone to pick: Artist’s oosik-Dunleavy sticker goes viral
Small Southeast city tries for big borough

Small Southeast city tries for big borough

It would be the biggest borough in Southeast Alaska.

Small Southeast city tries for big borough
Big Leaguer shares wisdom with Juneau youth

Big Leaguer shares wisdom with Juneau youth

He’s pitched in Fenway Park, struck out the reigning MVP of Major League Baseball and been profiled by Forbes.

Big Leaguer shares wisdom with Juneau youth
Recently, several businesses have moved out of the Triangle Building, which was built in the late ’20s, and is located at the corner of Franklin and Front Streets. Business owners said possible rent increases and building conditions are among the reasons for the moves. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Longtime businesses are leaving Juneau’s historic Triangle Building. Here’s why

Historic downtown building loses renters.

Recently, several businesses have moved out of the Triangle Building, which was built in the late ’20s, and is located at the corner of Franklin and Front Streets. Business owners said possible rent increases and building conditions are among the reasons for the moves. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Auke Bay Elementary School teacher Angie Wright won the award for Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. (Courtesy Photo)

Local teacher wins presidential award for STEM teaching

Auke Bay teacher wins national recognition.

Auke Bay Elementary School teacher Angie Wright won the award for Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. (Courtesy Photo)