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Police calls for Friday, Aug. 7, 2020

Police calls for Friday, Aug. 7, 2020

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Police calls for Friday, Aug. 7, 2020
A traveler not from Alaska tested for COVID-19 at Juneau International Airport has tested positive. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire File)

Here’s what’s needed to travel to Alaska

The state released new mandate Thursday afternoon.

A traveler not from Alaska tested for COVID-19 at Juneau International Airport has tested positive. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire File)
Police calls for Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020

Police calls for Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020

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Police calls for Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020
State reports 59 new cases, Juneau reports 9
State reports 59 new cases, Juneau reports 9
President Donald Trump speaks during a briefing with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House, Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020, in Washington. Trump said Wednesday he would “listen to both sides” after his eldest son and a campaign adviser urged him to intervene to block a proposed copper and gold mine in Alaska’s Bristol Bay region. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
President Donald Trump speaks during a briefing with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House, Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020, in Washington. Trump said Wednesday he would “listen to both sides” after his eldest son and a campaign adviser urged him to intervene to block a proposed copper and gold mine in Alaska’s Bristol Bay region. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Trump Jr. expresses opposition to proposed Pebble Mine

Donald Trump Jr. agrees with calls to block a proposed copper and gold mine.

With social distancing making signature-gathering difficult, the Recall Dunleavy campaign has had to find new ways to get people to sign. There’ll be drive-thru signings in Anchorage and Fairbanks this weekend but nothing’s yet planned for Juneau. (Peter Segall | Juneau Empire file)

Alaska governor recall campaign not on track to be on ballot

Effort falls about 30,000 signatures short.

With social distancing making signature-gathering difficult, the Recall Dunleavy campaign has had to find new ways to get people to sign. There’ll be drive-thru signings in Anchorage and Fairbanks this weekend but nothing’s yet planned for Juneau. (Peter Segall | Juneau Empire file)
The site of Juneau Youth Wrestling Club’s future practice facility has been cleared, and Josh Houston, club board president said it’s hoped the building will be in place by October. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)
The site of Juneau Youth Wrestling Club’s future practice facility has been cleared, and Josh Houston, club board president said it’s hoped the building will be in place by October. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)
Here’s what’s happening for First Friday
Here’s what’s happening for First Friday
Police calls for Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020

Police calls for Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020

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Police calls for Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020
Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks at a press conference in Anchorage on July 7, 2020. (Courtesy photo | Office of Gov. Mike Dunleavy)
Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks at a press conference in Anchorage on July 7, 2020. (Courtesy photo | Office of Gov. Mike Dunleavy)
City and Borough of Juneau announced the city will distribute masks provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

City to distribute free cloth face coverings

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides the masks.

City and Borough of Juneau announced the city will distribute masks provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)
University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service will host distance delivered classes on a variety of subjects, including fermented foods. Kimchi is a Korean dish made of salted and fermented vegetables. (Courtesy Photo / Wikimedia)

Extension service to offer free, virtual classes

University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service is hosting a week of free distance delivered classes the week of Aug. 10. Extension service agents and… Continue reading

University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service will host distance delivered classes on a variety of subjects, including fermented foods. Kimchi is a Korean dish made of salted and fermented vegetables. (Courtesy Photo / Wikimedia)
Police calls for Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020

Police calls for Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020

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Police calls for Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020
Opinion: Puzzled by ‘tipping point’ question

Opinion: Puzzled by ‘tipping point’ question

Regardless of who wins in November, do you think nastiness and divisiveness will suddenly cease?

Opinion: Puzzled by ‘tipping point’ question
Opinion: Not all fishermen support Sullivan

Opinion: Not all fishermen support Sullivan

We encourage independent-minded fishermen to support independent candidate Dr. Al Gross.

Opinion: Not all fishermen support Sullivan
This poop pumping sign prompted revisiting a quote. (Courtesy Photo/ Tari Stage-Harvey)

Living & Growing: Are you consuming what’s needed for a worthy adventure?

Ask more questions and listen to a variety of resources.

This poop pumping sign prompted revisiting a quote. (Courtesy Photo/ Tari Stage-Harvey)
Web tease

Juneau student earns academic honor

Recognition for Aug. 2, 2020.

Web tease
Police calls for Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020

Police calls for Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020

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Police calls for Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020
Zoos and aquariums from Alaska to Florida see fewer visitors

Zoos and aquariums from Alaska to Florida see fewer visitors

Visitors are down, but the cost of feeding, treating and sheltering animals remains.

Zoos and aquariums from Alaska to Florida see fewer visitors