In front of a replica 1776 U.S. flag, KC Mack hand sews a wallet from the leather of a used baseball mitt on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Juneau man turns vintage baseball mitts into wallets

KC Mack grew up with America’s pastime, playing baseball from a young age. Like any young player, he dedicated a huge amount of time to… Continue reading

In front of a replica 1776 U.S. flag, KC Mack hand sews a wallet from the leather of a used baseball mitt on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Downtown Juneau on Nov. 21, 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire)

Donuts, deals kick off downtown shopping season

Black Friday is always a chaotic day of searching for deals, and shoppers will need sustenance. Starting at 8 a.m. Friday, many downtown businesses will… Continue reading

Downtown Juneau on Nov. 21, 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire)

Annual Thanksgiving dinner expected to have more attendees, turkeys than usual

The biggest Thanksgiving dinner in town could be even larger than usual this year. Each year, the Salvation Army serves a free Thanksgiving dinner at… Continue reading

Man dies at Rainforest Recovery Center’s sleep-off area

A Juneau man died Sunday afternoon, alone at the Rainforest Recovery Center sleep-off area. RRC employees picked up Juneau resident Steven Jay West, 57, at… Continue reading

Juneau Holiday Village opens today

The opening of an annual Juneau holiday tradition could provide some refuge to shoppers exhausted by the craziness of Black Friday this weekend. The Juneau… Continue reading

From left, Harold Pence, David Eckerson, Molly Mcormick, Justine Bishop, Maggie Swanson and Bjorn Ford stand in front of the Douglas Christmas Tree. (Photo courtesy of the Douglas Fourth of July Committee)

Douglas tree ready for lighting ceremony

The tree is ready. On Friday night, the lights will be, too. This past Saturday, the Douglas Fourth of July Committee decorated a Christmas tree… Continue reading

From left, Harold Pence, David Eckerson, Molly Mcormick, Justine Bishop, Maggie Swanson and Bjorn Ford stand in front of the Douglas Christmas Tree. (Photo courtesy of the Douglas Fourth of July Committee)

Police still seeking suspect in Halloween break-in

In the early hours of Halloween, a Juneau man found an unknown man in his living room, and that person is still at large. Asleep… Continue reading

A bald eagle perches above Steep Creek at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017. The National Weather Service says Juneau could receive as much as 6 inches of snow by noon Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire file)

Juneau will have a white(r) Thanksgiving

Juneau won’t have to dream of a white Thanksgiving. It’ll soon be here, just like the ones it used to know. The National Weather Service… Continue reading

A bald eagle perches above Steep Creek at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017. The National Weather Service says Juneau could receive as much as 6 inches of snow by noon Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire file)

Prosecutors won’t seek death penalty in Alaska cruise death

JUNEAU — The Alaska U.S. attorney’s office says it does not plan to seek the death penalty in the case of a Utah man accused… Continue reading

Sandy Frickey , left, talks about new assistive technology being used at home to help Frickey’s daughter, Gina, be safe. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Assistive living technology helps disabled residents feel secure at home

The Frickey residence, located Out the Road, is in a picturesque spot. Snow-laden trees surround the house, the interior of which is bright, wood-paneled and… Continue reading

Sandy Frickey , left, talks about new assistive technology being used at home to help Frickey’s daughter, Gina, be safe. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Don’t expect alcohol at Eaglecrest this winter, general manager says

This summer, the City and Borough of Juneau Assembly approved an ordinance this summer allowing Eaglecrest Ski Area to serve alcohol, but skiers will likely… Continue reading

A sketch of the Taku Dock to Marine Park Urban Design Plan. The plan is up for approval at the Nov. 30 Docks & Harbors meeting. (Courtesy of City and Borough of Juneau)

City considering downtown waterfront development

Juneau’s downtown waterfront could look very different in two years, and the time is now for Juneau residents to share their thoughts on the current… Continue reading

A sketch of the Taku Dock to Marine Park Urban Design Plan. The plan is up for approval at the Nov. 30 Docks & Harbors meeting. (Courtesy of City and Borough of Juneau)

Tour company looks to expand summer use of Treadwell trail

A tour company that brings people on the Treadwell Mine Historic District Trail to its zip line is looking to increase the maximum number of… Continue reading

Maj. Gen. Laurel Hummel speaks during a town hall meeting at the National Guard Armory at the University of Alaska Southeast campus on Thursday. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire)

Guard brass talk Southeast challenges

Retaining Alaska National Guardsmen in Southeast Alaska isn’t as easy as it used to be. Cultural and institutional shifts have made it harder, Guard personnel… Continue reading

Maj. Gen. Laurel Hummel speaks during a town hall meeting at the National Guard Armory at the University of Alaska Southeast campus on Thursday. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire)
Alaska Electric Light and Power Company Lemon Creek operations center in Juneau on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

AEL&P rates to remain the same after state decision

This week, the Regulatory Commission of Alaska approved a permanent rate increase for Alaska Electric Light &Power, the first for the utility since May 2010.… Continue reading

Alaska Electric Light and Power Company Lemon Creek operations center in Juneau on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Father Gordon Blue, left, and Mary Alice McKeen, middle, prepare pie filling at a the Holy Trinity Church on Saturday. Blue and McKeen helped with the church’s “pie-a-thon” charity event, where they made 300 pies for sale and for donation in preparation for Thanksgiving Day. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire)

Pie prep pandemonium

What does it take to create 300 apple pies in a day? About 45 volunteers, 600 pounds of apples, hot coffee and careful planning. A… Continue reading

Father Gordon Blue, left, and Mary Alice McKeen, middle, prepare pie filling at a the Holy Trinity Church on Saturday. Blue and McKeen helped with the church’s “pie-a-thon” charity event, where they made 300 pies for sale and for donation in preparation for Thanksgiving Day. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire)

Space heater suspected as cause in construction trailer fire

As the snow began to fall Thursday night, a small fire was burning in the Mendenhall Valley. At 10:05 p.m. Thursday, Capital City Fire/Rescue responded… Continue reading

Board of Game upholds restriction on sheep spotting by plane

Using an airplane to spot Dall sheep while hunting will stay illegal in the state for now. The Board of Game on Tuesday reaffirmed its… Continue reading

Turkey Shoot returns

The Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot returns this year on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Juneau Gun Club and Alaska Department of Fish… Continue reading

Monthly poetry slam combines forces with student group

For its monthly poetry slam, Woosh Kinaadeiyí is combining forces with a University of Alaska Southeast student group tonight. At 7 p.m. Friday at the… Continue reading