We followed retired fisheries biologist Bob Armstrong around Eagle Beach to learn about an interesting phenomenon buried in the sand.
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.
Back in session: How the UAS campus looks different this year
More students are able to live on campus this year, but some rooms are still reserved for “quarantine housing.” All students living on campus were required to get a COVID-19 vaccine, unless they’ve been approved for an exemption.
Juneau health officials ask community to help limit the spread of COVID-19: ‘Being tired of something doesn’t make it go away’
Over the past two weeks, more than 260 people tested positive for COVID-19 in Juneau. New, stricter mitigation measures go into effect at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 20.
Masks will be required inside Juneau schools when classes begin next week
The board voted unanimously on Tuesday, but not before more than a dozen parents, teachers and community members voiced their opinions over Zoom. Board President Elizabeth Siddon said they also received more than 230 emails on the topic.
Juneau Assembly to introduce $700,000 plan for local vote by mail facility
The Juneau Assembly is considering turning a city-owned warehouse into a more permanent ballot counting facility.
Was there really a gun range in the basement of Harborview Elementary School?
The short answer is yes. It was there for decades, and there are plenty of people still around in Juneau who remember it.