The flag, which features a full image of the Confederate flag in its upper left corner, was removed Saturday morning after a monthlong debate.
Arts & Culture
2 Gene Studies Suggest First Migrants To Americas A Complex Mix
Scientists assume a wave of people from what’s now Siberia crossed into North America via Alaska, maybe 23,000 years ago. Genetics support that, but may also suggest another wave from Australasia.
How Vandalism And Fear Ended Abortion In Northwest Montana
When Zachary Klundt broke into All Families Healthcare he destroyed the only clinic providing abortions in the Flathead Valley of Montana. More than a year later, the clinic remains closed.
12 Lost American Slangisms From The 1800s
Today’s lingo seems creative, but slang in 19th century America was every bit as colorful.
Senate education bill bolsters role of Alaska tribes
The bill establishes a competitive grant program to support Native language immersion schools.
Fundraiser set up for local volunteer group after controversy over Mississippi flag
A $1,000 fundraiser has been set up for local volunteer group, Friends of the Flags, after controversy over the Mississippi state flag.
Flag with Confederate imagery removed from Juneau’s all-states flag display
Community members took the Mississippi flag down around 7 a.m. Saturday. While several other state flags include the Confederate stars and bars, the Mississippi flag is the only one to feature the full Confederate flag.
Flag with Confederate imagery to be removed from Egan Drive display
After a month long dispute, the Mississippi flag on Egan Drive is coming down. Former Assemblyman Marc Wheeler received a permit earlier this morning to remove the flag this weekend.
Bust a move: International duo brings breakdancing to Juneau
A visiting breakdance duo has been teaching Juneau residents some new moves. They’re featured in a documentary that’s playing in town over the weekend about hip hop culture and social change in Uganda.
Confederate flag controversy prompts deeper look at racism in Juneau
Nearly 200 people have signed a letter asking for the removal of the Mississippi flag downtown because it features an image of the Confederate flag.