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In this July 9, 2014 photo, an adult humpback whale breaches in Lynn Canal near Juneau. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Food chain disruption eyed in Hawaii whale sighting decline

Issue likely caused by warmer ocean temperatures in Alaska.

In this July 9, 2014 photo, an adult humpback whale breaches in Lynn Canal near Juneau. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Bald eagles fight over salmon on the outgoing tide near the Macaulay Salmon Hatchery on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
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Tlingit Word of the Week: ch’áak

This week’s word is ch’áak’, which means eagle.

Bald eagles fight over salmon on the outgoing tide near the Macaulay Salmon Hatchery on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Marie Riley, a recovering alcoholic, receives congratulations and a cupcake after graduating from Juneau’s Therapeutic Court on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

‘Not going back’: Longtime alcoholic wows others with turnaround

She went from angry to inspirational.

Marie Riley, a recovering alcoholic, receives congratulations and a cupcake after graduating from Juneau’s Therapeutic Court on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
New play features 30 time jumps, 2 headstrong women and 1 original song
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New play features 30 time jumps, 2 headstrong women and 1 original song

“Franklin,” Perseverance Theatre’s latest production, makes its premiere this week.

New play features 30 time jumps, 2 headstrong women and 1 original song
Hoofs, chutes, neurology and no sign of slowing down

Hoofs, chutes, neurology and no sign of slowing down

At 75, she continues to pursue her passions.

Hoofs, chutes, neurology and no sign of slowing down
Alyssa Fischer performs at the Mountainside Open Mic at the Rookery, Wednesday, Oct. 24. Fischer will be one of the vocalists performing at Juneau Cabaret’s December concerts. (Ben Hohenstatt | Capital City Weekly)
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Juneau Cabaret opens up ‘The Great American Songbook’

You’ll hear old tunes and learn new information. Juneau Cabaret’s ongoing “Great American Songbook” Series focuses on learning through live performances of music by classic… Continue reading

Alyssa Fischer performs at the Mountainside Open Mic at the Rookery, Wednesday, Oct. 24. Fischer will be one of the vocalists performing at Juneau Cabaret’s December concerts. (Ben Hohenstatt | Capital City Weekly)
Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018

Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading

Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018
SHI announces new books; library shares bookmark winners
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SHI announces new books; library shares bookmark winners

CCW news briefs for the week of Nov. 28, 2018.

SHI announces new books; library shares bookmark winners
They went from making music to making instruments
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They went from making music to making instruments

Paul Gardinier loves the exactitude. That’s the part of making string instruments that stands out as the Juneau man’s favorite. “It’s super precise,” Gardinier told… Continue reading

They went from making music to making instruments
A vehicle sits in a ditch along Thane Road after the driver fell asleep on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018. The driver was taken to Bartlett Regional Hospital. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Car crashes on Thane Road after driver falls asleep

There was nobody else in the car.

A vehicle sits in a ditch along Thane Road after the driver fell asleep on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018. The driver was taken to Bartlett Regional Hospital. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Alaska Marine Lines to expand service to Arctic ports

Alaska Marine Lines to expand service to Arctic ports

Expansion comes through an agreement with Bowhead Transport.

  • Nov 27, 2018
  • By Mollie Barnes Juneau Empire
  • Local News
Alaska Marine Lines to expand service to Arctic ports
Police search for shooter puts middle school in ‘stay put’ mode

Police search for shooter puts middle school in ‘stay put’ mode

School’s security measure was precautionary, police say.

Police search for shooter puts middle school in ‘stay put’ mode
Eaglecrest Ski Area postpones opening day to Dec. 8

Eaglecrest Ski Area postpones opening day to Dec. 8

It’s too warm outside.

Eaglecrest Ski Area postpones opening day to Dec. 8
Tlingit elder Marie Olson smiles at the Salvation Army’s annual Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018 at Hangar on the Wharf. (Courtesy Photo | Salvation Army)

Community involvement again high at annual meal

The Salvation Army of Juneau served more than 500 meals at its annual Thanksgiving dinner.

Tlingit elder Marie Olson smiles at the Salvation Army’s annual Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018 at Hangar on the Wharf. (Courtesy Photo | Salvation Army)
Appeals court ruling mixed on Alaska campaign finance laws

Appeals court ruling mixed on Alaska campaign finance laws

The case brought by three individuals and an Alaska Republican Party district challenged elements of state campaign finance law.

Appeals court ruling mixed on Alaska campaign finance laws
First-ever Artists and Authors Market a success
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First-ever Artists and Authors Market a success

Four Juneau venues were bustling marketplaces Friday afternoon. Centennial Hall, Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall, Alaska State Library, Archives and Museum and Juneau Arts & Culture Center… Continue reading

First-ever Artists and Authors Market a success
Photos: 2018 Public Market

Photos: 2018 Public Market

Scenes from this year’s Public Market.

Photos: 2018 Public Market
A pedestrian walks by City Hall on June 7, 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire File)

Deadline pushed back for Planning Commission, hospital board applications

The deadline is now next week.

A pedestrian walks by City Hall on June 7, 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire File)
Tattoo parlor offers discounts, raise money for suicide prevention
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Tattoo parlor offers discounts, raise money for suicide prevention

In the coming weeks, you might see a lot more tattoos like the semicolon behind Amy Ridle’s right ear or the fresh one on her… Continue reading

Tattoo parlor offers discounts, raise money for suicide prevention
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Bishop David, leader of the Russian Orthodox Church’s Diocese of Alaska, presents a certificate of appreciation to Patrick Kearney at the end of Divine Liturgy at St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Chruch on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2015. (Nolin Ainsworth | Juneau Empire)

‘Dedicated servant of God’: Bishop honors St. Nicholas parishioner

Patrick Kearney helps keep downtown church running.

Bishop David, leader of the Russian Orthodox Church’s Diocese of Alaska, presents a certificate of appreciation to Patrick Kearney at the end of Divine Liturgy at St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Chruch on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2015. (Nolin Ainsworth | Juneau Empire)