Most of the people paying a visit to Cathy Munoz’s trick-or-treat campaign table at the Nugget Mall on Halloween were clearly too young to vote. But, she says this kind of event is a huge part of campaigning.
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Days before election, Parish continues door-to-door campaigning
Days before the election, Justin Parish took time off his day job to focus on his campaign.
Everyone is family at Gerry’s Barbershop
Gerry’s Barber Shop has been around for nearly three decades in Juneau. Owner Gerry Carrillo Sr. runs the shop with his daughter and son. They say after awhile, even the clients become family.
Alaska’s U.S. House and Senate candidates Debate for the State at 8 p.m. Thursday
Public media journalists based in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau and Washington will moderate the debates and provide analysis.
Candidate Kito supports Walker revenue plan
Juneau Democrat Sam Kito is running for his second full term representing state House District 33. He has no officially recognized opposition.
‘Artful Teaching’ in Juneau schools couples art — including this awkward pose — and curriculum
The teaching strategy is part of a district-wide initiative to bring more art into students lessons. These kids are getting warmed up — they’re a pumpkin.
Consumers’ mental health nonprofit begins membership drive in Juneau
Wade Rathke, who founded ACORN, is the Mental Health Consumer Action Network’s new board president. He was recently in Juneau and discussed his role and aspirations for the new organization.
Enrollment dollars could save Juneau schools from Walker vetoes
Juneau School District will most likely be able to cover a near $248,000 cut to its transportation budget — partly because of higher enrollment numbers. The state could give the district up to $2.6 million more than it expected.
Business organization hopes to deliver Juneau’s Halloween revelers home safely
Leeann Thomas is project manager for the Safe Ride Home program, which will offer free cab rides from participating venues on Saturday from 9 p.m. until bar close.
JPD warns Halloween season brings increased number of pedestrians, drivers
Juneau Police Department would like to remind residents that Halloween celebrations this weekend bring an increase in pedestrians, according to a news release.