For some in the crowd, the event signified how communities are changing the conversation when it comes to talking about addiction.
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In aftermath of fire, Emmonak declares disaster
Without emergency aid, Emmonak City Manager Martin Moore said last month’s fire damage could cripple the area’s economy.
Juneau closer to establishing local pot laws
Marijuana entrepreneurs may be required to apply for a city pot business license in addition to the state’s. The city license would give the municipality more local control if businesses fails to comply with city laws.
Juneau seawater heat pump more than a pipe dream?
Recently, the Alaska House passed a bill that could make it easier for one hydro project to get off the ground. If the Juneau Hydropower Inc. gets built, the company wants to bring sustainable heat to some residents from an abundant source.
Ready, aim, fire! Lawmakers, aides and staff compete for best shot
Every year, legislators take a break from their work at the Capitol and head to the gun range to compete in three events: archery, handguns, rifles and trap shooting.
At ‘Hope, Not Heroin’ event Saturday, JPD to try softer approach
“We need to do something differently because our old tactics don’t work. The old tactics of just focusing on the supply don’t work, so we have to go after the demand,” said Lt. Kris Sell.
Weekend finals underway in Gold Medal tournament
“Now that teams are getting knocked out, there are a lot of player-fans at this point,” said Kevin Gullufsen, who’s covering the tournament for the Juneau Empire.
Dispatches from Gold Medal Basketball Tournament
Family atmosphere, competitive play marks the annual event at the Juneau-Douglas High School gym.
Gold Medal has urban origins, village tradition
Before statehood, before the Alaska Marine Highway System, there was the Gold Medal Basketball Tournament in Juneau. This year, the event turns 70.
Gold Medal kicks off in Juneau
This year’s lineup includes teams from Hoonah, Kake, Craig, Haines, Wrangell, Hydaburg, Klukwan, Yakutat and Metlakatla.