While an Alaska Department of Corrections works through a plan to move inmates out of state, the increase in the state’s prison population is already having impacts at Juneau’s correctional facility.
Adelyn Baxter
Audience Engagement Editor, KTOO
Tourism advocates say proposed Roadless Rule exemption threatens industry’s growth
Tourism operators in Southeast say they plan to continue pushing back against further development in the Tongass National Forest following this week’s news that the U.S. Department of Agriculture plans to fully exempt the region from the Roadless Rule.
After record-breaking season, city task force takes on tourism challenges
Mayor Weldon wants the task force to focus on are whether the city’s current approach to managing tourism is effective and to tackle the controversial topic of capping the number of cruise ship visitors to Juneau.
When it comes to cruise ship passengers, how much is too much? Visitor industry insiders differ.
After a season of record-breaking growth, a gathering of tourism industry stakeholders in Juneau celebrated the summer’s success. But some attendees voiced concern about the need for serious conversations about the number of cruise ship passengers visiting the state.
It’s official: Hotel bed tax and Centennial Hall bonds approved, funding for new JACC rejected
Even though Juneau voters passed two out of three ballot propositions, the Juneau Assembly has the final say on how they are implemented.
Juneau ballot propositions earn mixed support from voters
Juneau voters appeared to approve one ballot proposition and reject another in Juneau’s municipal election Tuesday. A third proposition was too close to call.
In mostly uncontested election, Juneau Assembly takes shape
The only competitive race was in District 1, which had two open seats. Greg Smith appeared to receive more votes than Alicia Hughes-Skandijs and would serve a three-year term.
New JACC newspaper ad sets off debate over campaign messaging days before Juneau election
While the sponsors say the New JACC Partnership’s full-page ad in the Juneau Empire wasn’t intended to be political, those upset by it feel the ad implied their support for a contentious ballot proposition.
If you think Juneau’s municipal ballot measures are confusing, you’re not alone
The most contentious part of Juneau’s municipal election has turned out to be a trio of ballot propositions related to funding for the community’s aging arts venues.
The bids are in: Norwegian Cruise Line is apparent high bidder on waterfront property
If the sale goes through, the City and Borough of Juneau will have to determine if its long-term goals for waterfront development can be compatible with Norwegian’s plans.