City expands free parking hours downtown

For some areas of downtown, free parking is starting a little earlier in the day. Beginning July 1, free off-street hourly parking will start at… Continue reading

Defendant in multiple cases takes plea agreement, to serve 25 days

Here is a list of recent court judgments recorded in Juneau District and Superior Courts: • Felicia Marcides Evenson, 28, was sentenced on June 16… Continue reading

“Courageous Heart” by Lindsay Carron. (Artwork courtesy of The Canvas)

The Canvas hosts ‘animal identity’ workshop for kids

Juneau youth ages 8 and up are invited to explore their wild side with a weeklong “Creating your own animal identity” workshop at The Canvas… Continue reading

“Courageous Heart” by Lindsay Carron. (Artwork courtesy of The Canvas)

Search is on for lost Hydaburg boater

The U.S. Coast Guard was searching Friday for a 20-year-old man after he did not return from a fish camp near Hydaburg on Thursday afternoon.… Continue reading

They’re here: It’s invasive species awareness week

They’re here: It’s invasive species awareness week

Crawfish, “rock vomit” and sea Borgs: the Empire has written recently about a variety of invasive plants and animals around Juneau and in Alaska. In… Continue reading

They’re here: It’s invasive species awareness week

Auke Rec road to be closed Tuesday

Those looking to take in the view at Auke Recreation Area on Tuesday morning will have to wait a few hours. Due to hazard tree… Continue reading

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Woosh Kinaadeiyí adds music to poetry slam

Five local poets will take the stage Saturday for a unique performance at the Rockwell Ballroom for Woosh Kinaadeiyí’s Summer Showcase. The annual event —… Continue reading

In this file photo from 2012, Woosh Kinaadeiy&

Seward statue arrives, ready for unveiling

A long-awaited statue of William Henry Seward is ready to take its spot near the Alaska State Capitol on July 3. The statue has been… Continue reading

Deadline approaching for Fourth of July parade registration

There are already 22 organizations signed up to be in this year’s Juneau Fourth of July Parade, and there’s still time for others to apply.… Continue reading

Cleanup process begins at Twin Lakes Playground

Nearly two months after the Twin Lakes Playground burned to the ground, the cleanup process began Tuesday morning. Two employees from GR Cheeseman Construction strapped… Continue reading

In this file photo from 2012, Misty Butler takes her dog, Bridger, for a spin on Mendenhall Lake. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Learn to kayak safely

Want to get out on the water, but are unsure of how to use the kayak that’s been sitting in the garage? Above &Beyond Alaska… Continue reading

In this file photo from 2012, Misty Butler takes her dog, Bridger, for a spin on Mendenhall Lake. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Author to speak about Treadwell Mine history

It’s been almost 100 years since the Treadwell Mine operated on Douglas Island, but the mine has gotten quite a bit of press this year.… Continue reading

Runners will use Mount Roberts Trail for Thursday morning race

The Juneau Trail and Road Runners will hit Mount Roberts Saturday morning for the annual Run to the Cross. According to the City and Borough… Continue reading

Expert to present on infant mental health

Sound mental health is vital for a community, from its oldest members to its youngest. At the Mendenhall Valley Public Library today, one expert will… Continue reading

The Juneau-Douglas City Museum, pictured April 2017.

Donation aims to bring more students to City Museum

Getting students closer to local history just became easier. The Juneau Community Foundation’s Empty Chair Project is making a donation to the Juneau-Douglas City Museum,… Continue reading

The Juneau-Douglas City Museum, pictured April 2017.

Alea Oien takes top prize at Gold Rush Days

Alea Oien took home another top prize from Gold Rush Days, coming out as the best female miner and Babe of the Woods in the… Continue reading

Pre-register for Only Fools Run at Midnight

Pre-registration is under way through June 22 for the Only Fools Run at Midnight event on June 24. This year’s event is hosted by Central… Continue reading

TR stages ‘Running With Pretty Sharp Things’

This year, playwright and Theater in the Rough co-founder Aaron Elmore celebrated 25 years of producing plays in Juneau with wife and co-founder Katie Jensen.… Continue reading

Smoke detectors avert more serious fire at Riverside Drive home

Capital City Fire/Rescue Assistant Fire Chief Chad Cameron credited the smoke detectors in a residence for averting a more extensive fire at a residence Friday… Continue reading

Bear cub in the meadow at the Mendenhall Glacier on June 8. (Photo by Kerry Howard)

Bear necessities: What you need to know to stay safe

Southeast Alaska is bear country. This time of year, Alaska’s ursine denizens are frequenting neighborhoods and local trails looking for food, often putting themselves within… Continue reading

Bear cub in the meadow at the Mendenhall Glacier on June 8. (Photo by Kerry Howard)