A street in Juneau is a popular locale for residents and tourists alike. South Franklin Street particularly is home to several bars, shops and a rich history. But some wonder how that street got its name.
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Alaska Legislature defies Walker’s call to weigh nominees
Efforts by Alaska Gov. Bill Walker to try and force legislators to consider his appointments to boards, commissions and key administration posts were rebuffed Thursday in a joint session.
Ex-Alaska senator works on Permanent Fund repeal plan
A former state senator is preparing to fight back against a bill that would restructure the Alaska Permanent Fund and reduce the dividends Alaskans receive from the oil-wealth fund each year.
Southeast Alaska tribal government moves into defense contracts
Southeast Alaska’s regional tribal government is developing its business side. That’s because most of its funding comes from the government.
Assembly funds schools to full legal amount again
The appropriation meets the full amount state law allows the CBJ to give the school district plus provides $925,700 for other programs and activities not tied to the state funding cap.
City museum gets reprieve from Juneau Assembly
The Juneau Assembly is no longer considering shuttering the Juneau-Douglas City Museum. The 41-year-old institution is one of several facilities singled out for closing to help close a $1.9 million shortfall.
Hope explores Indigenous thought in new book of poetry ‘Rock Piles Along the Eddy’
Ishmael Hope’s second book of poetry, “Rock Piles Along the Eddy,” explores indigenous thought.
Residents uneasy over mass tire slashing in Douglas and West Juneau
Police say 33 vehicles’ tires were slashed. It’s seeking the public’s help with information.
Boosters of Juneau’s city museum dig in over proposed cuts
The Juneau-Douglas City Museum is included on a list of city-run facilities that could close. What would happen to the 85,000 items in its collection?
In public testimony, most support state income tax bill
The legislation would close a quarter of the gap between what the state government spends and what it raises.