Gov. Walker said while it may be convenient for lawmakers to meet in Anchorage, that’s not where the Capitol is. Juneau Rep. Sam Kito III noted several other potential problems with meeting outside of Juneau.
Juneau
The story behind Juneau’s latest public art project — and who paid for it
The new cruise ship berths cost $54 million, and a city ordinance requires at least 1 percent of that go toward public art – these sculptures.
Mayors urge Alaska Legislature to take action on deficit
Mayors across Alaska are asking the Legislature to solve the state’s multibillion-dollar deficit during next month’s special session.
State rejects teen climate change petition
The commissioner at the state’s Department of Environmental Conservation said the request posed “significant consequences for employment and resource development.”
How Juneau Assembly candidates are doing — by the numbers
Filings a week before the Oct. 3 local election show who’s supporting which candidates. It also shows how much they’ve spent and how much cash remains on hand.
Next election may delay plan to fund state government
Candidates have been announcing plans for governor, lieutenant governor and the Legislature since July. And they’re taking positions that could make a budget deal more difficult.
‘Large amount’ of contraband discovered on would-be smuggler turning herself into prison
The contraband included a chain with rings on it, suspected drugs, and a few other items. It was all seized. Potential charges depend on crime lab results.
Artists of All Nations fosters communal creative space
More than 30 artists, children and crafters got together this past weekend for an open studio gathering at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center. The Artists of All Nations events are a result of the JAHC’s Diversity and Inclusion Task Force, which responded to Alaska Native artists’ desire to create art as a collective experience.
Gardentalk – Clean up and garlic planting prep
Clear out debris and old dying plants in your garden before they become prime habitat for slugs. Don’t put old potato and cabbage plants into the compost bin. Individual garlic cloves should be planted six inches apart and two inches deep, and with the pointy end up.
Ferry plan calls for smaller ships, public management
A plan to reform the Alaska Marine Highway calls for replacing some ferries with smaller, more efficient vessels. It would be run by a public corporation.