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Detail of "The Tank with the Crank," an interactive sculpture by David Pahl in the  Historic Fort William H. Seward Interpretive Sculpture Garden.

A renaissance for public art in Haines

HAINES — Haines hasn’t been known for its art scene, despite having more than 80 professional artists in a town of only 2,500. But the… Continue reading

Detail of "The Tank with the Crank," an interactive sculpture by David Pahl in the  Historic Fort William H. Seward Interpretive Sculpture Garden.
Transfiguration, by Bruce Elliott at the Juneau Public Library can be seen on the Art Walk.

Behind the scenes with Juneau’s public art

Salmon transform as they make their way up Juneau’s skyline. A miner painted on black velvet turns away to urinate against the wall. An empty… Continue reading

Transfiguration, by Bruce Elliott at the Juneau Public Library can be seen on the Art Walk.
Chef Lionel Uddipa, who works his magic at SALT in Juneau, shows off his Alaskan scallops with pea puree.

Meals with Midgi: Local scallops inspired by a local chef

One of the most wonderful aspects of dining in a particular town is knowing that the chefs are local. The fact that they have ties… Continue reading

Chef Lionel Uddipa, who works his magic at SALT in Juneau, shows off his Alaskan scallops with pea puree.

Juneau, Petersburg and Haines receive state water grants

Three Southeast communities are among 14 statewide recipients of the Alaska Clean Water Actions grants. The combined $295,493 in grants are awarded by a partnership… Continue reading

Haines, Hydaburg receive Forest Service grants

Haines, Hydaburg awarded Forest Service Wood Innovation GrantsJUNEAU — The Haines Borough and the Hydaburg School District were two of 42 Forest Service Wood Innovation… Continue reading

Youth fishing events to be held around Southeast

The Tongass National Forest, partner agencies, groups, businesses, and local volunteers are sponsoring youth fishing events throughout Southeast. No experience is needed to participate in… Continue reading

Fish Factor: High prices – the talk of the town

Alaska’s salmon season officially got underway on May 16 with the arrival of thousands of sockeye and king salmon at the Copper River near Cordova,… Continue reading

An Afternoon of Ave Marias to be held at the Shrine of St. Therese

JUNEAU — The Juneau Lyric Opera will present An Afternoon of Ave Marias on Sunday, May 29 at the Shrine of St. Therese chapel.Local singers… Continue reading

Mendenhall River Commuity School Principal Kathryn Milliron is surrounded by students as she walks the school's hallway on Friday. Milliron is retiring in June.

5 questions with retiring Juneau principal

Kathryn Milliron has been an educator for 26 years, but on May 27, she will call this year her last.She is set to retire from… Continue reading

Mendenhall River Commuity School Principal Kathryn Milliron is surrounded by students as she walks the school's hallway on Friday. Milliron is retiring in June.

Slacktide: Good day, sunshine

Let’s not beat around the bush: I’d make a terrible nudist.First of all, no belt loops. What am I supposed do with my thumbs? And… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016
  • By Geoff Kirsch
Senior Ashley Wittwer writes about artwork on display at the Semester Art Show the Juneau-Douglas High School Art Studios on Thursday.

Photos: JDHS Art exhibit

Senior Ashley Wittwer writes about artwork on display at the Semester Art Show at the Juneau-Douglas High School Art Studios on Thursday.… Continue reading

Senior Ashley Wittwer writes about artwork on display at the Semester Art Show the Juneau-Douglas High School Art Studios on Thursday.

Healing Hand Foundation receives donation from Wells Fargo Bank

Recently Healing Hand Foundation received a $2,500 donation from Wells Fargo Bank. The donation was presented by Karen West, Wells Fargo Business Manager, to Joe… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016

Recent Births

Recent births at Bartlett Regional Hospital• A daughter, Annalise Enya Lockie, weighing 7 lbs. 2 oz., was born to Emily and Scott Lockie of Juneau… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016

Flag Day patriotic competition

The Douglas 4th of July Committee asks Douglas residents, organizations and businesses to fly the American flag on Flag Day, Tuesday, June 14. The Douglas… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016

JDHS graduate earns BP Principals Scholarship

Martina Worden, a graduating senior from the Juneau-Douglas High School, received a $4,000 scholarship and is among 25 winners of the BP Principals Scholarship program… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016

Local elementary schools receive funding for breakfast program

Next school year, the Juneau School District will be offering free breakfast for all students at most elementary schools and grab and go foods where… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016
Tari Stage-Harvey.

Living & Growing: Confession of a Lutheran pastor

I come closer to ecstasy through sex, poetry and hikes (and gingersnaps dipped in coffee) than I do reading scripture or prayer.Worship is close at… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016
  • By TARI STAGE-HARVEY
Tari Stage-Harvey.

Meet and Greet with the Mendenhall Flying Lions

The Juneau Mendenhall Flying Lions Club is inviting the community to join them for a special celebration event. In honor of the upcoming 100th anniversary… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016

Preview the new State Library Archives and Museum

On June 4 you have a date with history, an exclusive preview tour for 200 people inside the newly completed Father Andrew P. Kashevaroff State… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016

Juneau resident graduates with honors from WSU

Matthew Staley graduated with his bachelor’s of science degree in architectural studies, summa cum laude, on May 7 from Washington State University. Staley also received… Continue reading

  • May 22, 2016