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Alaskla Seafood Company owner Richard Hand, left, and Jeff Isturis prepare turkeys in November 2016 for the annual Salvational Army Thanksgiving dinner at Hangar on the Wharf. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Salvation Army to serve community Thanksgiving dinner today

All are welcome to free community dinner.

Alaskla Seafood Company owner Richard Hand, left, and Jeff Isturis prepare turkeys in November 2016 for the annual Salvational Army Thanksgiving dinner at Hangar on the Wharf. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Weekend Guide: Thanksgiving happenings, chances to see Santa and more
Weekend Guide: Thanksgiving happenings, chances to see Santa and more
Thankful for being overwhelmed

Thankful for being overwhelmed

Happy to be living in Southeast.

Thankful for being overwhelmed
Birds of a different feather can hunt together

Birds of a different feather can hunt together

There’s a reason they call ravens ‘wolf-birds.’

Birds of a different feather can hunt together
Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019

Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019

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Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019
In this file photo, the Alaska Marine Highway System ferries LeConte, left, Malaspina and Tazlina, hidden from view, are tied up at the Auke Bay Terminal on Thursday, July 25, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Ferries are a vital part of public transportation and should be treated as such

Without a reliable transportation system, people suffer.

In this file photo, the Alaska Marine Highway System ferries LeConte, left, Malaspina and Tazlina, hidden from view, are tied up at the Auke Bay Terminal on Thursday, July 25, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Opinion: Oil tax credits and budget cuts could swing coastal votes

Opinion: Oil tax credits and budget cuts could swing coastal votes

“Houston, we’ve got a problem.” This famous distress call, issued 50 years ago this April, will likely be the message that is soon beamed to… Continue reading

Opinion: Oil tax credits and budget cuts could swing coastal votes
Police calls for Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019

Police calls for Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019

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Police calls for Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview at the Juneau Empire in February 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)                                 U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview at the Juneau Empire on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: I’m thankful for Lisa Murkowski’s time and efforts

Last week, I traveled to Washington, D.C., and Sen. Lisa Murkowski agreed to meet with me in person. I asked the Senator to work hard… Continue reading

U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview at the Juneau Empire in February 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)                                 U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview at the Juneau Empire on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Mastering the dying art of cursive

Mastering the dying art of cursive

Don’t curse cursive.

Mastering the dying art of cursive
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview at the Juneau Empire on Monday, Aug. 5, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Sullivan must denounce Trump’s impeachment defense

It’s a rare occasion when the state Republican Party openly parts ways with its national leadership. That’s what appears to be happening regarding the impeachment… Continue reading

U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview at the Juneau Empire on Monday, Aug. 5, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Delivery of Friday’s Juneau Empire will be delayed

Due to a mechanical error with the Juneau Empire’s press, delivery of Friday’s edition will be delayed. We thank you for your patience.… Continue reading

The Tongass National Forest sign on the way to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Eliminating Tongass Roadless Rule would benefit Southeast Alaska

The Roadless Rule application in the Tongass National Forest should be eliminated as articulated in Alternative Six in the draft environmental impact statement offering proposals… Continue reading

The Tongass National Forest sign on the way to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Opinion: It’s high noon for the rule of law

Opinion: It’s high noon for the rule of law

This country is at a crossroads. The U.S. Congress and Southern District of New York have subpoenaed President Trump’s tax returns. President Trump has requested… Continue reading

Opinion: It’s high noon for the rule of law
Heavy metals run out of the Tulsequah Chief mine opening and down to holding ponds next to the Tulsequah River Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. Leakage from those ponds can be seen entering the river that flows into the Taku River down stream. Eight U.S. senators sent a letter Thursday to British Columbia, Canada’s premier asking for more transboundary water oversight. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: We need to make sure mine cleanup plan happens

I was raised on the Taku River. In the ’40s and ’50s, from May through October, my brothers and I did everything together on the… Continue reading

Heavy metals run out of the Tulsequah Chief mine opening and down to holding ponds next to the Tulsequah River Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. Leakage from those ponds can be seen entering the river that flows into the Taku River down stream. Eight U.S. senators sent a letter Thursday to British Columbia, Canada’s premier asking for more transboundary water oversight. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
What killed the world’s giants?

What killed the world’s giants?

Lions in Alaska? Yes, it’s a thing.

What killed the world’s giants?
The Tongass National Forest sign seen en route to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Roadless areas of the Tongass are good for wildlife and people, and they ought to be protected

How much of the Tongass will a dying industry mow down on its way out?

The Tongass National Forest sign seen en route to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Police calls for Friday, Nov. 22, 2019

Police calls for Friday, Nov. 22, 2019

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Police calls for Friday, Nov. 22, 2019
Police calls for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019

Police calls for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019

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Police calls for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019
Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019

Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019

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Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019