Some Juneau residents have noticed street lights with a purple glow popping up around town. A KTOO listener asked why.
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.
Forecasters warn of flooding and avalanches in Juneau as atmospheric river passes over Southeast Alaska
The heavy rain on top of new snow in higher elevations is also raising concerns about potential avalanches. A
Coming soon: Everything you wanted to know about Juneau’s most popular humpbacks
There’s about to be a new resource to educate locals, tour guides and visitors about the humpback whales of Southeast Alaska.
Juneau offers alternative to masking for some high school athletes
Juneau’s high school basketball and hockey players no longer have to wear masks while playing the game. They can instead participate in increased testing.
Juneau museum features pandemic artwork by local nonverbal painter
A new exhibit at the Juneau-Douglas City Museum features paintings created by local artist Avery Skaggs. Skaggs is in a wheelchair and is non-verbal, but expresses himself through art.
Juneau schools prepare to reopen after winter break amid COVID surge
Juneau’s schools are set to open to students on Monday. KTOO’s Bridget Dowd spoke with Juneau School District Superintendent Bridget Weiss about what it takes to keep schools open during a surge of new COVID-19 cases.