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‘We need to beautify this ugly building’: Architects ask public what they want out of Centennial Hall

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‘We need to beautify this ugly building’: Architects ask public what they want out of Centennial Hall

An overhaul planned for the hall.

Woman arrested for stealing puppy from owner’s front yard

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Woman arrested for stealing puppy from owner’s front yard

Owner says he doesn’t know the accused thief.

Committee: No space in schools for more child care programs

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Committee: No space in schools for more child care programs

Elected officials talk child care.

Subport property goes up for sale

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Subport property goes up for sale

The sale is a long time coming.

Airport’s projects are taking off

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Airport’s projects are taking off

Multiple projects are underway.

Bill would delay new school construction for another five years

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Bill would delay new school construction for another five years

Local officials worry it will cost us more down the road.

Amid concerns about ferries’ future, hundreds show up to greet new ship

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Amid concerns about ferries’ future, hundreds show up to greet new ship

The Alaska-made vessel was a hit.

Photos: Take a look inside Alaska’s newest ferry, the Tazlina

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Photos: Take a look inside Alaska’s newest ferry, the Tazlina

Hundreds showed up to take a look.

Measles could be getting off the boat in Juneau

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Measles could be getting off the boat in Juneau

Rash-causing virus is the most prevalent it’s been in 25 years.

School district hires new director of student services

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School district hires new director of student services

The search began in January.

Meet Nick Bursell, UAS student graduation speaker

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Meet Nick Bursell, UAS student graduation speaker

Commencement ceremony is Sunday

Maritime Festival celebrates Juneau’s connection to the ocean

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Maritime Festival celebrates Juneau’s connection to the ocean

A little rain didn’t keep people away.

Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center Director John Neary smiles outside the visitor center, May 3, 2019. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center director plans to retire

Neary nears retirement.

Students strike against climate change

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Students strike against climate change

Juneau high schoolers hope policy changes faster than the climate does.

Planet or plastic? Students do their part to protect oceans

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Planet or plastic? Students do their part to protect oceans

A shark and a dolphin taught valuable lesson to students.

Moss covers old growth trees along Auke Lake on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Congress attempts to strengthen Roadless Rule

Environmental groups are elated.

Police charge suspect in fatal stabbing with first-degree murder

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Police charge suspect in fatal stabbing with first-degree murder

The stabbing happened during a fight, authorities say.

With ceremonial song and dance, Hoonah ready for new dock that will bring thousands of tourists

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With ceremonial song and dance, Hoonah ready for new dock that will bring thousands of tourists

The hope is for commerce and culture to coexist.

Centennial Hall during the afternoon on Monday, July 2, 2018. (Gregory Philson | Juneau Empire File)

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Centennial Hall’s needs move into focus

First public presentation is in a week.

Open house set in Juneau for new Tazlina ferry

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Open house set in Juneau for new Tazlina ferry

See it on May 5.