Rep. Don Young was way off with his reaction to rule change of Alaska National Wildlife Refuge by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.Recently, the… Continue reading
Today, in the Juneau Empire, I read James Sherk’s Heritage Foundation essay on why raising the minimum wage will reduce employment. One of the most… Continue reading
Quyanaq ("thank you") Mr. Rex Rock Sr., for your editorial, “Alaska Wilderness League Disregards Alaskans.” For too long, outside special interest groups have used Alaska… Continue reading
To our wonderful neighbors in Juneau,Many of you have honored us with your visits. We are so lucky to meet such wonderful people who are… Continue reading
Here are some observations on the now-closed Juneau Community Collective fireworks poll ON Facebook.It is now very apparent that residents are disturbed by fireworks in… Continue reading
My 14 year old son came to me in the last week and told me that he was nearly hit by city buses traveling down… Continue reading
As a young child in the early sixties I can remember my sister and me walking to the neighborhood gas station to put 15 cents… Continue reading
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus wrote that “the only thing that is constant is change.”I say that change is refreshing! Many American citizens have clamored for… Continue reading
The Chuitna River produces salmon and trout, among other things. For one setnet fisherman, this question is easy to answer. In 2015, he landed more… Continue reading
We are lifelong Alaskans with many vested interests in our state, including children and grandchildren. We are grateful for Gov. Bill Walker’s determination to set… Continue reading
In Sherri Wes’ recent Letter to the Editor, she wondered how Jesus would react to the Catholic Diocese of Juneau’s inability to accept LGBTQ individuals.I… Continue reading
I applaud the leadership of Deputy Mayor Jessie Kiehl for putting forward an ordinance that would provide important protection for all residents of Juneau. Ordinance… Continue reading
If you read the May article, “Twice the victim of a rapist,” in the Empire, you may remember that James Curtain proposed that my grandchild,… Continue reading
I returned to Juneau after three years of retirement to enjoy the Fourth of July activities and hear the latest political news. I know the… Continue reading
To The local police, firefighters, EMS, and all who wear the badge, thanks from one of your own, who sees what you do. THANK YOU!In… Continue reading
I was interested to read about Avista’s July 14 presentation to the Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Here are some interesting, related items that were not… Continue reading
I must admit I am embarrassed. In a moment of frustration, I submitted a Letter to the Editor [Letter: Please return my pretzel magnet] in… Continue reading
Back to the future, 2050, the state of Alaska is in financial crisis. The federal government has taken over running the state of Alaska. Reserves… Continue reading
Months ago, as legislators gathered in Juneau, to begin a new legislative year, Gov. Bill Walker submitted a much needed financial budget plan for Alaska.… Continue reading
I’m sending this message with my unconditional respect.We live in an age where cameras are everywhere and sometimes very unfortunate scenes are recorded and posted… Continue reading
