“Sen. Reinbold, you can remove your mask now,” Senate President Micciche said to laughter and applause from people in the room.
Juneau
‘This is creating havoc’: Juneau regional hospital’s mental health surge continues
Behavioral health staff say social restrictions are causing spikes in anxiety, depression, substance use, and self-harm — for students, parents and just about everyone experiencing the disruption of the pandemic.
Fully vaccinated people in Juneau no longer have to wear masks, city says
The new guidelines mirror the CDC’s guidelines that also relax social distancing measures for fully vaccinated people.
Juneau lowers risk level, confirms upcoming youth vaccine clinics
The lower risk level comes now that more than half of Juneau’s total population is considered fully vaccinated.
UnCruise started operating in Juneau early this year, several other small ships are set to join
There are three other small ship operators planning stops in Juneau this summer. Including the UnCruise boats, there will be more than a dozen vessels making port calls.
Juneau Assembly’s revised fireworks proposal allows much more than initial version
The proposal imposes the heaviest restrictions on only the biggest, boomiest types of fireworks legal to sell in Alaska.
Alaska Fashion Week kicks off in Juneau, organizers hope to make it an annual tradition
It’s not all about dressing up and checking out the latest trends. Event organizers hope to educate people about fast fashion and sustainability.
Juneau officials release COVID-19 vaccine survey results, more than 2,300 residents responded
The form was intended to get a better sense of resident attitudes and concerns about getting the shot.
Signature gathering can begin on proposed cruise ship limits in Juneau
About 3,000 Juneau residents who are registered to vote will have to sign official petition booklets by June 2 for the questions to get on October ballots.
Coast Guard scuttles Juneau’s troublesome tugboat Lumberman
The black-and-yellow tugboat changed hands several times, decaying over the years to become a rustic liveaboard that skirted local laws.