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Alaskans join Idle No More movement

Alaskans join Idle No More movement

Alaskans are joining the Canadian First Nations’ Idle No More movement.

Juneau hires new library director; Berg to retire

Juneau hires new library director; Berg to retire

Robert Barr has been hired as CBJ Library Director.

Congress fails to reauthorize Violence Against Women Act

When Congress first wrote the bill 20 years ago, it required a check up every few years. But the Congress that just wound down failed to agree on another round of the legislation.

School budget process gets underway

The Juneau Board of Education has appointed a 17-member committee to help write the school district’s budget for fiscal year 2014.

The committee will hold … more

Another groundbreaking for SLAM

Another groundbreaking for SLAM

Another groundbreaking ceremony will be held next Wednesday in Juneau for the state Library, Archives and Museums project, also known as SLAM. Contractor PCL Construction began work on the project about a month ago.

State sues Fairbanks wood-burners

The state of Alaska is suing owners of two Fairbanks outdoor wood boilers, claiming they’re violating public nuisance laws.

Yukon Quest not concerned about skimpy snow

Organizers of the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race say it’s a bit premature to panic about too little snow on the trail.

Auke Lake draft plan would restrict jet skis

Auke Lake draft plan would restrict jet skis

Jet skis, water skis and wake boards would not be allowed on Juneau’s Auke Lake, under a proposal to limit watercraft to 10 horsepower on … more

Anchorage student accused of having gun

Anchorage police were called to a high school after getting a report of a student with a gun.

Draft Auke Lake Management Plan would eliminate towing

Draft Auke Lake Management Plan would eliminate towing

The draft Auke Lake Management Plan would tighten lake use regulations.