Democratic candidate for governor Les Gara recently campaigned in Juneau. The candidate sat down to talk about why he’s running, the state’s finances and how he thinks the new ranked choice voting system will play out.
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Gov. Walker responds to Juneau lawmakers’ concerns over commissioners
Gov. Bill Walker says he’d like all of his commissioners to live in Juneau, but thinks it’s OK if some of them choose to live in other parts of the state.
Despite spending freeze, Juneau Access road effort continues
Work continues on the Juneau Access Project, despite Gov. Bill Walker’s spending freeze. But it doesn’t involve moving dirt or pouring concrete.
Draft Juneau Economic Plan released
The draft Juneau Economic Plan identifies eight key initiatives to guide the capital city’s financial future over the next decade.
Weigh in on seven initiatives guiding Juneau’s economic future
“If people have a particular passion for affordable housing or for workforce training or providing childcare, these are all things that people will have an opportunity to talk about,” Sarah Bronstein says.
House of Wickersham project derailed by governor’s veto
Juneau’s legislative delegation has long sought to turn the House of Wickersham into the lieutenant governor’s residence
Former Sen. Bill Ray dies
Longtime former Juneau resident and former state senator Bill Ray has died. He was 91.
Alaska’s Capital City changes with the times
As the State of Alaska has grown, the Capital City of Juneau has adapted and grown along with it.
Juneau residents have their say on coastal management initiative
A month-long series of hearings on Ballot Measure 2 wrapped up in the Capital City yesterday (Thursday).