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Opinion: Sen. Sullivan’s misguided defense of Fox News

Sullivan was certainly combative in the hearing. But don’t mistake that for courage or strength.

(Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire File)
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A tiny bird tooth — 73 million years old — found in bluffs of the Colville River. Lauren Keller carried this sample to her presentation at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Courtesy Photo / Ned Rozell 
A tiny bird tooth — 73 million years old — found in bluffs of the Colville River. Lauren Keller carried this sample to her presentation at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Near the spot where Héloïse and Peter Abelard fell in love, concise graffiti offers a testament of more recent lovers, four red hearts flitting like butterflies around two simple words in English: “in love.” (Courtesy Photo)

Coming Out: Hints from Héloïse

OK, kids, gather ‘round. Auntie Jane has a story.

Near the spot where Héloïse and Peter Abelard fell in love, concise graffiti offers a testament of more recent lovers, four red hearts flitting like butterflies around two simple words in English: “in love.” (Courtesy Photo)
spelling bee

Slack Tide: Bee-ing and nothingness

It’s hip to bee square.

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Gimme a Smile: Don’t miss that deadline

I have a deadline today.

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Racers from the Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay head south on the Haines Highway during the first leg of the race the last time it was held on June 15, 2019. Organizers have announced the 2023 race is planned to go ahead on June 17, with registration opening March 15. (Yukon News file)

Haines Junction to Haines, Alaska bike relay returns June 17

Registration opens March 15 with spots for 1,200 cyclists

Racers from the Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay head south on the Haines Highway during the first leg of the race the last time it was held on June 15, 2019. Organizers have announced the 2023 race is planned to go ahead on June 17, with registration opening March 15. (Yukon News file)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Friday, Feb. 24, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
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Suit alleges rights violations by Alaska Department of Corrections

The lawsuit was filed on behalf of four plaintiffs who were granted discretionary parole.

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Alaskans respond to the increase in eating disorders

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is Feb. 27- March 5

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Guy Crockroft

Living & Growing: Slow down and add love

“Listen to this, O Job; Stand still and consider the wondrous works of God.” Job 37:14 It is easy to miss what God has put… Continue reading

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(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
A man walks past destroyed buildings in Antakya, southeastern Turkey, Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. Douglas Mertz writes that the disaster offers lessons for Alaska’s capital city. (AP Photo / Unal Cam)

Opinion: Lessons from Turkey for Juneau

There are two clear lessons here.

A man walks past destroyed buildings in Antakya, southeastern Turkey, Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. Douglas Mertz writes that the disaster offers lessons for Alaska’s capital city. (AP Photo / Unal Cam)
(Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Senate Bill 63 emboldens the dereliction of promoted duty

As a 25-year Alaska resident and vested member of an organized human purpose (that, of “seeking fulfilled happiness” individually, and as a community-state-nation of organic… Continue reading

(Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)
Lucy consults with Builder Nic Howell on float house construction issues. (Courtesy Photo / Lucy Moline-Robinson)

Planet Alaska: A float house named Sea Pig

“I’ve always had a fascination with float house life.”

Lucy consults with Builder Nic Howell on float house construction issues. (Courtesy Photo / Lucy Moline-Robinson)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
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The Aurora Borealis glows over the Mendenhall Glacier in 2014.

Aurora Forecast

Forecasts from the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Geophysical Institute for the week of Feb. 19

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The Aurora Borealis glows over the Mendenhall Glacier in 2014.
The Tazlina docks in Auke Bay. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: The value of a Berners Bay ferry terminal

A year-round Berners Bay Ferry Terminal is needed to allow cost-effective Alaska Class Ferry service

The Tazlina docks in Auke Bay. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire File)
Killdeer can be seen in winter and nest here in spring. (Courtesy Photo / Bob Armstrong)

On the Trails: Breaking out the snowshoes

Surprise! A starlit night, a nice day, lower temperatures, and then some lovely snow.

Killdeer can be seen in winter and nest here in spring. (Courtesy Photo / Bob Armstrong)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
This photo shows Point Louisa at Auke Recreational Area. (Courtesy Photo / Kenneth Gill, gillfoto)

Wild Shots: Photos of Mother Nature in Alaska

Superb reader-submitted photos of wildlife, scenery and/or plant life.

This photo shows Point Louisa at Auke Recreational Area. (Courtesy Photo / Kenneth Gill, gillfoto)