Juneau makes it to the top of a surprising list
When you think of cities with a lot of restaurant options places like Seattle, San Francisco, New York or New Orleans often come to mind.
Parnell urges mining students to follow their passions
More than 50 high school students taking an “Introduction to Mining Occupations” course through the University of Alaska Southeast had quite the guest speaker on … more
Hazy forecast for Alaska’s economy
Alaska’s economy weathered the Great Recession better than most states, and should hold steady for the foreseeable future. But depending on who you ask, there could be gloom on the horizon.
China in Transition
- Friday at 8:00 pm - The Juneau World Affairs Council presents China in Transition with Jack Perkowski. Mr. Perkowski is often called ”Mr. China” because he is widely recognized as an expert on doing business there. He authored Managing the Dragon: How I’m Building a Billion Dollar Business in China, which provides timely insights into ongoing developments in the country. This program was recorded in Juneau on December 12 for broadcast on 360 North.
Alaskan Brewing Company recycles grain to make “green” beer
Next time you tip a bottle of Amber, Pale or IPA from Juneau’s Alaskan Brewing Company the beer you’ll be drinking will be a little greener, as in good for the environment.
Democrats blame redistricting for loss of blue seats in legislature
Democrats in the Alaska Legislature say the state’s redistricting process is flawed and needs to be made more nonpartisan.
Retired USCGC Storis added to National Register of Historic Places
The listing perhaps bolsters the Storis’ chances of becoming a museum on Juneau’s downtown waterfront.
Kerttula, Munoz ready to tackle SE Alaska issues
While almost a third of their colleagues in the Alaska House are new faces, Juneau Representatives Beth Kerttula and Cathy Munoz return for their 15th and 5th sessions respectively.
Update: Rep. Lindsey Holmes switches parties, joins Republican-led House Majority
The announcement that Anchorage Rep. Lindsey Holmes had switched parties from Democrat to Republican came after a two-hour House Majority caucus meeting.
Juneau’s Brown resigns from Alaska Board of Fisheries
Bill Brown of Juneau has resigned from the Alaska Board of Fisheries with nearly a year and a half remaining in his term.
