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The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation building in Juneau on Thursday, October 1, 2020. The corporation’s CEO Angela Rodell spoke to the Juneau Chamber of Commerce Thursday saying the fund had remained strong during the pandemic in large part due to prudent management and past investments in the fund itself. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)

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Permanent fund CEO stresses long-term focus

Maximize returns, minimize risk.

Central Council Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska President Richard Chalyee Éesh Peterson speaks at the Juneau Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Elizabeth Peratovich Hall on Thursday, March 12, 2020. Peterson was elected to his third term as President during the 85th Tribal Assembly held virtually this year. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire File)

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Peterson reelected in condensed Tribal Assembly

It’s a third term.

Incumbent has deep pockets in Juneau House race

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Incumbent has deep pockets in Juneau House race

Not quite a King’s ransom.

Rule recommendation met with both praise and distrust

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Rule recommendation met with both praise and distrust

Tongass may see ‘complete exemption.’

Peter Segall / Juneau Empire file                                Crew members on the Tazlina standby as the vessel docks at the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal on May 16.

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AMHS is down but not out, panelists say

Are regional systems the answer?

A sign posted by Travel Juneau notes the pamphlet-filled visitor’s center kiosk is closed because of the pandemic. The center, located near the downtown library, opened in May 2019 during Infrastructure Week. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

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Industry pros say don’t expect a normal tourism season next year —or 2022

Visitor industry is ready to reopen, but recovery could take years.

Gross talks importance of public option after campaign event

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Gross talks importance of public option after campaign event

Doctor-turned-candidate talks health care on the campaign trail.

Sullivan: I look forward to seeing who the President nominates

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Sullivan: I look forward to seeing who the President nominates

Senator says president has authority to nominate, Senate will take on confirmation responsibilities.

3 local cases, 50 statewide reported

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3 local cases, 50 statewide reported

City and Borough of Juneau reported on Tuesday three new COVID-19 cases.

Eyes turn to Alaska’s senators amid Supreme Court vacancy

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Eyes turn to Alaska’s senators amid Supreme Court vacancy

Trump wants nominee ‘without delay.’

Holocaust awareness in Alaska is low, survey shows

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Holocaust awareness in Alaska is low, survey shows

Alaska ranked 41st in US for Holocaust awareness in new survey

Election reform measure goes beyond party lines

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Election reform measure goes beyond party lines

Success or horror story?

Judge makes decision on whether to force Alaska to reprint 800K ballots

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Judge makes decision on whether to force Alaska to reprint 800K ballots

Decision came today.

Gov. Mike Dunlevy speaks at a news conference on Aug. 18, 2020. (Courtesy Photo / Office of Gov. Mike Dunleavy)

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State says additional unemployment payments are coming soon

People will receive the extra $300 payment for each week filed if eligible to receive $100 or more.

An Alaska man will appear in Canadian court on Sept. 21 after an incident entering Canada when border security officers seized the fourteen firearms pictured, alongside loaded magazines, ammunition, and other paraphernalia at a crossing southeast of Vancouver. (Courtesy photo / Canada Border Services Agency)

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Alaska man charged in Canada for smuggling firearms

There were fourteen firearms, many illegal in Canada, seized in a July incident.

Winds kick up century old volcanic ash in Alaska

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Winds kick up century old volcanic ash in Alaska

While western states were suffered hazy skies, Alaska dealt with an air problem born a century ago.

State department warns of social media pyramid scheme

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State department warns of social media pyramid scheme

It’s likely operating in multiple communities.

Pitney wants to bring certainty back to UA

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Pitney wants to bring certainty back to UA

‘A merger is not being considered.’

Public hearings for a pair of measures that will appear on ballots come Election Day will be held by telephone. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

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Dates set for ballot measure hearings

They’re later this month.

Woman comes forward about encounter with ex-Lt Gov

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Woman comes forward about encounter with ex-Lt Gov

She said she decided to come forward now because of harassment she said her teenage daughter faces.