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Newscast – Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021

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  • The Juneau Board of Education decided to pay a newly retired coach and teacher for his unused leave.
  • The City and Borough of Juneau is asking its assembly to adopt updated hazard maps. A new scientific report puts about half of the structures downtown at moderate to severe risk of landslide or avalanche. But some residents say they aren’t ready for the “upgrade.”
  • Starting next month, all Juneau School District staff members will be required to get weekly COVID-19 tests.

Bridget Dowd

Local News Reporter

I keep tabs on what’s happening in Juneau’s classrooms for the families they serve and the people who work in them. My goal is to shine a light on both stories of success and the cracks that need to be filled, because I believe a good education is the basis of a strong community.

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