The president of the University of Alaska is proposing a 2 percent tuition increase for the 2013-14 school year.
Archives for 2012
Rasmuson Foundation announces funding for AWARE and Glory Hole
The Rasmuson Foundation announced $9.6 million in funding for nonprofit projects in Alaska at its biannual meeting on Thursday, June 28.
Bartlett board announces CEO hire
Christine Harff will join Juneau’s city-owned medical facility in mid-August. She comes from Thief River Falls, Minnesota, where she’s currently CEO of Sanford Medical Center.
Native art reflects traditions, new media and techniques
A virtual gallery of art from Celebration 2012 that’s now on display at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center.
Friday Newscast 6/29/12
No agreement on capital project propositions
The Juneau Assembly still has no agreement on which projects to include in two financing measures likely to be sent to voters this fall. After chipping away at the list somewhat last night, the Assembly Finance Committee will continue the discussion Monday, hopefully with a fresh set of eyes.
Dad takes custody of driver accused of probation violation
Prosecutors allege that Tyler Emerson’s drinking violated the probation conditions stemming from the death of his friend Taylor White.
Juneau police want to interview accident witnesses
Witnesses to Saturday’s accident on Auke Lake, which resulted in a teenage girl’s death, should call Juneau police at 586-0600.
New trash carts don’t pass the bear-proof test
Yesterday morning police responded to a call on Mountainside Drive where a resident had reported a bear with cubs was in the neighbor’s trash.
Begich applauds Health Care Act benefits for Alaska
U.S. Senator Mark Begich is applauding the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the key element of President Barack Obama’s signature health care overhaul.