Jill Ramiel, left, Dana Herndon, center, and Evelyn Rousso, right, speak about a new downtown revitalization program during the Juneau Chamber of Commerce's weekly luncheon Thursday. All three are members of the Downtown Business Association.

Main Street USA: Juneau looks to join downtown revitalization program

Downtown Juneau is on the cusp of what several business owners see as an exciting revitalization, and it’s all starting with Main Street.No, not the… Continue reading

Jill Ramiel, left, Dana Herndon, center, and Evelyn Rousso, right, speak about a new downtown revitalization program during the Juneau Chamber of Commerce's weekly luncheon Thursday. All three are members of the Downtown Business Association.
The front page of the Juneau Empire on Aug. 18, 1986

This Day in Juneau History: Aug. 18, 1986

On Aug. 18, 1986, 260 municipal workers of the Inland Boatmen’s Union were to vote at their next meeting whether to defer their next salary… Continue reading

The front page of the Juneau Empire on Aug. 18, 1986

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.

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

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

Correction

A Tuesday story about a decision by Alaska’s attorney general to drop opposition to tribes’ land-into-trust case mischaracterized a July decision by the U.S. Court… Continue reading

Around Town

Women, Infants and Children walk-in clinic, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., SEARHC Juneau WIC Clinic, 3245 Hospital Drive, first floor. Free nutrition services for income-eligible women who… Continue reading

Fire and medical calls for Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction information. Anyone listed… Continue reading

Poll worker Linda Hollinbeck smiles as she gives a "I Voted" sticker to Kevin Poole on Tuesday 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.

Polls bare: Few turn out for primary in Juneau

Juneau voters might disagree about politics, but on Tuesday, they seemed to agree about one thing: Turnout at this year’s statewide primary stunk.By 10 p.m.,… Continue reading

Poll worker Linda Hollinbeck smiles as she gives a "I Voted" sticker to Kevin Poole on Tuesday 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.

Juneau police take over search for missing fisherman

The sister of a missing man in Juneau said she’s grateful for the U.S. Coast Guard’s efforts to find her younger brother after he reportedly… Continue reading