Alaska Native languages at crucial juncture, biennial report says
Call to action urges systemic reforms to the state’s support and integration of Native languages.
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Alaska Native languages at crucial juncture, biennial report says
Call to action urges systemic reforms to the state’s support and integration of Native languages.
Entering their final two regular weeks, Alaska legislators are narrowing their focus
Juneau Assembly fails by 2-5 vote to pass resolution seeking ‘bilateral peace’ between Israel and Palestine
Annual community cleanup is its own reward — and then some
Alaska Senate unanimously OKs increasing maximum state disaster relief payments and eligibility
Here’s what happening for First Friday in May
Sports
All four Juneau high school soccer teams notch winning records during road trip north
JDHS girls remain undefeated; both TMHS teams get first victories of season.
On the Trails: April jaunts
A walk at Fish Creek was productive, as it usually is. The marine side of the point was full of… Continue reading
Alaska’s Indigenous teens emulate ancestors’ Arctic survival skills at the Native Youth Olympics
Season full of ups and downs ends about average for Eaglecrest Ski Area
JDHS, TMHS turn in strong showings at three-day softball tournament in Sitka
Alaska Science Forum: Treasures found within a volcanic cave
I Went to the Woods: Growth mindset
Neighbors
Cooking for Pleasure: Tortilla beef casserole for Cinco de Maya
When my kids were growing up their appetites were insatiable. Every night I had to come up with a meal… Continue reading
Neighbors briefs
Annual Litter Free citywide cleanup on Saturday Saturday is set for Litter Free’s annual communitywide cleanup. People are encouraged to… Continue reading
Neighbors: Public input sought as Tongass begins revising 25-year-old forest plan
Gimme a Smile: Is it artificial intelligence or just automatic?
Living and Growing: Embracing progress while honoring Our roots
Living and Growing: “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”
Cooking for Pleasure: Secret to this chicken paprika is authentically fresh Hungarian spice
Alaska Outdoors
Alaska Science Forum: Treasures found within a volcanic cave
Ben Jones suspected he had found something special when he squeezed into… Continue reading
On the Trails: Spring is really happening
A spate of fine, sunny weather in mid-April was most welcome. Those… Continue reading
Events
Here’s what happening for First Friday in May
Exhibit by more than 45 Alaska Natives at state museum features protector robes, MMIP Day preview.
Neighbors briefs
Annual Litter Free citywide cleanup on Saturday Saturday is set for Litter… Continue reading
Opinion
My Turn: School district budget revisions raise questions about revising consolidation decisions
I am responding to the Juneau Empire article (April 24, 2024): “The Juneau School District had a $9.5M projected deficit… Continue reading
Letter: Fond memories and a sad farewell to Thunder Mountain High School
My Turn: Exploring Juneau’s wealth of trails as Walk Southeast begins
Opinion: The toxic debate about transgender care
Opinion: Huna Totem dock project inches forward while Assembly decisions await
My Turn: Set ANWR aside and President Biden is pro-Alaska
Most Read
Long-term blueprint for downtown Juneau sent to Assembly after six years of work
JDHS ranks fourth, TMHS fifth among 64 Alaska high schools in U.S. News and World Report survey
Alaska Science Forum: Treasures found within a volcanic cave
House passes bill banning kids under 14 from social media, requiring age verification for porn sites
Cooking for Pleasure: Tortilla beef casserole for Cinco de Maya