Toy run returns for 22nd year

The annual Panhandlers Motorcycle Club toy run returns this weekend for a 22nd year. The lineup takes place in the Donna’s Restaurant parking lot ahead… Continue reading

Richard Dauenhauer in his office in 2006.

UAS hosts Dauenhauer memorial

The University of Alaska Southeast is hosting a memorial service in remembrance of Richard Dauenhauer, the poet and translator who died in August 2014 of… Continue reading

Richard Dauenhauer in his office in 2006.

Tongass Democrats host annual picnic

Juneau’s branch of the Democratic Party hosts its annual picnic this weekend at Sandy Beach.The picnic begins at 11 a.m. Saturday and runs until 2… Continue reading

Rescuers find, return New York couple stranded on Mount Roberts

A pair of hikers from New York called for help on Wednesday night when they were unable hike down Mount Roberts, according to an Alaska… Continue reading

The parking lot on the corner of Franklin and Second streets is seen in July.

City gov picks parking over housing for downtown

In 1970, Joni Mitchell famously lamented the paving of paradise to put up a parking lot in her hit song “Big Yellow Taxi.” On Monday… Continue reading

The parking lot on the corner of Franklin and Second streets is seen in July.
Poll worker Linda Hollinbeck smiles as she gives a "I Voted" sticker to Kevin Poole on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016 at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library during Alaska's statewide primary. Tuesday was the first time an election was held at the library, which opened in October.

Tuesday’s election results promise at least seven new faces in Legislature

It took 18 1/2 hours to get the last word, but when it arrived, it wasn’t that different from the first word.On the North Slope,… Continue reading

Poll worker Linda Hollinbeck smiles as she gives a "I Voted" sticker to Kevin Poole on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016 at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library during Alaska's statewide primary. Tuesday was the first time an election was held at the library, which opened in October.

DBA to speak at chamber lunch

Several members of the Downtown Business Association will be speaking at the Juneau Chamber of Commerce’s weekly luncheon today about a new downtown revitalization program.Association… Continue reading

Police and fire for Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016

Assault• At 2:33 p.m. Saturday, the Juneau Police Department received a report of an assault in the Juneau area. Investigation continues.Criminal trespass• At 12:28 p.m.… Continue reading

Around Town

Juneau Gastineau Rotary Club meeting, 7 a.m., The Prospector Hotel.Women, Infants and Children walk-in clinic, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., SEARHC Juneau WIC Clinic, 3245 Hospital Drive,… Continue reading

Beverage distributor plans $40 million facility in Anchorage

ANCHORAGE — A major Alaska beverage distributor is planning a $40 million investment in Anchorage.Washington-based Odom Corp. announced Tuesday it will build a 240,000-square-foot warehouse… Continue reading

Murkowski enjoys primary win, looks ahead to general

ANCHORAGE — U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski had a bit of fun after winning her party primary Tuesday — hugging smiling supporters, dancing to classic rock… Continue reading

Young, Lindbeck easy House primary winners

ANCHORAGE — Steve Lindbeck and Don Young barely took any time to celebrate easy primary victories Tuesday night before sharpening their message in the U.S.… Continue reading

Dozens of health aides hired in Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta

BETHEL — Villages in southwest Alaska now have access to help from more health care workers following the certification of dozens of community health aides.This… Continue reading

An Auke Bay poll worker helps a voter determine which ballot she wants to use during Tuesday's Aug. 16, 2016 primary election.

Analysis: Election results present mixed messages

On Tuesday night, Alaska political reporter Casey Reynolds gathered a handful of the state’s political experts for a live blog on the results of the… Continue reading

An Auke Bay poll worker helps a voter determine which ballot she wants to use during Tuesday's Aug. 16, 2016 primary election.

Statewide races: Full 2016 primary election results

Following are the results of Tuesday’s statewide primary elections. The primary election selects one candidate from each party for November’s general election. Independents do not… Continue reading

AMHS deals ferries to cover winter gaps

The Alaska Marine Highway will shuffle the schedules of three ferries this winter to avoid dropping service to a handful of Southeast and Prince William… Continue reading

In this file photo from last month, people watch as the city's annual Fourth of July fireworks display takes place downtown.

Assembly considers fireworks ban

The Juneau Assembly has directed the city attorney to draft a borough-wide ordinance restricting the use of fireworks.After speaking with Juneau Police Department officers about… Continue reading

In this file photo from last month, people watch as the city's annual Fourth of July fireworks display takes place downtown.

Coast Guard rescues cruise ship passenger suffering from internal bleeding

The U.S. Coast Guard has rescued a cruise ship passenger suffering from internal bleeding, the agency reported Wednesday.Petty Officer 1st Class Kelly Parker said by… Continue reading

Fight to shut down Haven House comes to an end

A neighborhood association’s multi-year fight to shut down a transitional home for women recently released from prison may be coming to an end.Juneau Superior Court… Continue reading

Correction

The article, “Four run to fill two seats,” on page A1 of yesterday’s paper includes the incorrect first name of one of the school board… Continue reading