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State Library to present historical film treasures in Juneau

As part of the University of Alaska Southeast’s Sound + Motion, the Alaska State Library Historical Collections will present its seventh annual Film Treasures from… Continue reading

Avery Skaggs at Work, photo by Marilyn Holmes

Coffee & Collections Program to highlight artist Avery Skaggs

An exhibit of paintings by Avery Skaggs, titled “Kinetic,” is on display at the Juneau-Douglas City Museum during the month of February. On Saturday, Feb.… Continue reading

Avery Skaggs at Work, photo by Marilyn Holmes

Day of Remembrance to be observed Feb. 19 in Juneau

February 19, 1942, is the day President Franklin Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, leading to the forced removal of almost 120,000 Americans of Japanese ancestry… Continue reading

Woosh Kinaadeiyi to host an Open Mic on Friday Feb. 19

Woosh Kinaadeiyi will be hosting its second Open Mic of season six on Friday, Feb. 19 at 6:30pm. The Open Mic will be held at GonZo,… Continue reading

Dancing with the Spirit staff members (left to right) Bobby Gilbert, Kelly May, Belle Mickelson, Josephine Malemute, and Trimble Gilbert jam along the banks of the Yukon River in northern Alaska.

Mickelson wins Purpose Prize for music camps for Native Youth

The Rev. Belle Mickelson, surrounded by her staff, was honored with the Purpose Prize on Feb. 10, at a gala event at San Francisco’s Jazz Center.… Continue reading

Dancing with the Spirit staff members (left to right) Bobby Gilbert, Kelly May, Belle Mickelson, Josephine Malemute, and Trimble Gilbert jam along the banks of the Yukon River in northern Alaska.

Letter: Support USFW changes to Alaska refuges

Like many Alaskans, I share in the benefits of tourism from Outside. I have been a naturalist guide here in Juneau and am also a… Continue reading

  • Feb 15, 2016

Slacktide: 36 random thoughts while waiting for it to snow again

1. I wonder what happened to all our snow?2. And what happened to the Canadian reggae singer Snow? You know, he scored a hit in… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016
  • By Geoff Kirsch

Floyd Dryden Middle School’s honor roll

Floyd Dryden Middle School released their second quarter honor roll.All A Honor RollTyler Anderson,Jade Araujo, Maya Araujo, John Barnhill, Reece Bleakley, Abigail Booton, Molly Brocious,… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Six Juneau students on Montana State’s honor list

Six Juneau residents attending Montana State University made the honor lists for the fall 2015 semester: Matthew Campbell, Samantha Haight, Macleod Morehouse, Thane Reishus-Obrien, Amanda… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

DZ second quarter honor roll

Dzantik’i Heeni Middle School released their list of students who made their honor roll for the second quarter. They are as follows:Asterisk (*) denotes all… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Juneau teams advance in 2016 FTC Robotics Regionals

Eight high school robotics teams competed Jan. 27 at the SE Alaska First Technical Challenge (FTC) hosted by Sitka High School. Five qualifying rounds sent… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Priest wins Purpose Prize for music camps for Alaska Native youth

The Rev. Belle Mickelson received the $25,000 Purpose Prize on Wednesday evening, Feb. 10 at a gala event at San Francisco’s Jazz Center. Dancing with… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Senior Menu

Juneau Senior Center Menu Monday, Feb. 15Closed for President’s Day Tuesday, Feb. 16Sweet and Sour PorkRiceCarrotsTossed Salad Wednesday, Feb. 17Meat LoafMashed Potatoes with GravyGreen BeansRomaine Salad Thursday, Feb. 18Baked… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Recent Births

Recent births at Bartlett Regional Hospital• A son, Erling Hills, weighing 9 lbs. 2 oz., was born to Alexis and Andrew Hills of Juneau on… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Juneau resident places on Linfield College’s Dean’s List

Juneau resident Hailey Pusich placed on Linfield College’s Dean’s List by achieving a grade point average of 3.65 or higher for the 2015 fall semester… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016
Left to right: Kevin Allen, Makayla Harp, Hannah Elizarde,Jordan Cooper, Bill Peters,Dan Larson, Simon Smith,Kathy McCasland,Kay Smith and Craig Smith.

TMHS February student recognition

Thunder Mountain High School recognized six students during the month of February.Science teacher Kristen Wells nominated senior Makayla Harp.“Makayla has stepped up this year, and… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016
Left to right: Kevin Allen, Makayla Harp, Hannah Elizarde,Jordan Cooper, Bill Peters,Dan Larson, Simon Smith,Kathy McCasland,Kay Smith and Craig Smith.
The Alaska Club in the early days of its opening compared to present day.

The Alaska Club celebrates 30 years of health and fitness

The Alaska Club, the state’s largest fitness organization, will hold an open house at all their locations Feb. 22-29 to celebrate its 30-year anniversary.The Club… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016
The Alaska Club in the early days of its opening compared to present day.

SHI accepting applications for new juried art youth exhibit

Sealaska Heritage Institute will sponsor a new youth exhibit of Northwest Coast art during the biennial celebration in an effort to increase the number of… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Charles Collins hired as branch manager of Keybank’s Mendenhall branch

Charles (Chuck) Collins has been selected to manage KeyBank’s Mendenhall branch. In this role he is responsible for day-to-day operations as well as providing financial… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016

Rasmuson Foundation seeks nominations for Distinguished Artist Award

Rasmuson Foundation is seeking nominations for the 2016 Distinguished Artist Award, recognizing superior artistic accomplishments of an Alaskan. The selected artist will receive $40,000.“The Distinguished… Continue reading

  • Feb 14, 2016