An audio slideshow of the Alaska Folk Festival, 2012.
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No comments on CBJ budget proposal
The Assembly adopted a motion setting the city’s local contribution to schools at about $23-million next year. But all budget ordinances were referred to the Finance Committee for more work. Douglas Harbor was renamed the “Mike Pusich Douglas Harbor.”
Danner continues to argue for inquiry into Planning Comm. decision
Juneau Assembly Member Ruth Danner last night (Monday) continued to argue for a full vetting of a Planning Commission decision allowing a rock crusher at a gravel pit along Montana Creek Road. But her protests may have backfired. If the decision is appealed, the Assembly likely won’t be deciding the matter.
Juneau man arrested again for growing marijuana
Scott W. Eberhardt was arrested on Friday for allegedly growing 61 plants.
CBJ Assembly to take comments on budget measures
The Juneau Assembly tonight (Monday) will take public comment on elements of the city and school district budgets for next fiscal year, though none of the measures are likely to be voted upon.
KTOO, local papers win Alaska Press Club awards
KTOO, the Juneau Empire and Capital City Weekly each took home several awards at the annual Alaska Press Club conference held this weekend in Anchorage.
Former police officer indicted for alleged shooting, standoff
Troy Wilson now being charged with 22 felonies and misdemeanors for the April 7th incident.
Ted Nugent to plead guilty to illegal SE bear kill
He’s being charged with taking and transporting a black bear after already wounding another bear days earlier.
Sitka Tlingit elder Isabella Brady passes away at 88
She advocated against racial discrimination and for integrating cultural studies in the schools.
Sex trafficking bill approved during special session
The measure passed both bodies with no opposition.