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Staff Picks for February: What we’re reading, watching and listening to

‘True Detective,’ ‘The Revolution of Marina M,’ Mike Krol and more.

  • Feb 10, 2019
  • Capital City Weekly
Staff Picks for February: What we’re reading, watching and listening to
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The best valentine of all

The best valentine of all

Celebrate God and show love to the people you love.

  • Feb 10, 2019
  • By DAN WIESE FOR THE JUNEAU EMPIRE
The best valentine of all
Juneau youth becomes talk of the Super Bowl

Juneau youth becomes talk of the Super Bowl

He’s got Tom Brady’s approval.

Juneau youth becomes talk of the Super Bowl
Juneau wins are sparse at Anchorage girls hoops tourney

Juneau wins are sparse at Anchorage girls hoops tourney

A tough roadtrip.

Juneau wins are sparse at Anchorage girls hoops tourney
The Alaska State Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

No-bid contract for psychiatric institute raises questions

A previous report advised against privatizing the institute.

The Alaska State Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Sen. Jesse Kiehl, D-Juneau, receives a kiss from his daughter, Adara, before Kiehl is sworn in on the first day of the 31st Session of the Alaska Legislature on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Juneau senator proposes first legislation

It continues a theme from his days on Juneau’s Assembly.

Sen. Jesse Kiehl, D-Juneau, receives a kiss from his daughter, Adara, before Kiehl is sworn in on the first day of the 31st Session of the Alaska Legislature on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Four Falcons finish in double figures in win over Kayhi

Four Falcons finish in double figures in win over Kayhi

Falcons snatch win.

Four Falcons finish in double figures in win over Kayhi
Photos: Friday night basketball action

Photos: Friday night basketball action

Check out photos from the action of Juneau-Douglas boys varsity basketball’s loss to East Anchorage 66-54 and Thunder Mountain’s upset win over Ketchikan 62-55. Read… Continue reading

Photos: Friday night basketball action
Things to do in Juneau for Valentine’s Day

Things to do in Juneau for Valentine’s Day

Put the Conversation Hearts down and hit the town.

Things to do in Juneau for Valentine’s Day
Odd museum collection has rhyme and reason

Odd museum collection has rhyme and reason

It’s ekphrastic.

Odd museum collection has rhyme and reason
Gray-Jackson hoping Black History Bill passes this month

Gray-Jackson hoping Black History Bill passes this month

Honoring African-American contributions.

Gray-Jackson hoping Black History Bill passes this month
Capitol Live: Economy to take a hit, no matter the budget outcome

Capitol Live: Economy to take a hit, no matter the budget outcome

Live updates from inside the Alaska State Capitol.

Capitol Live: Economy to take a hit, no matter the budget outcome
Sen. Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, introduces Senate Bill 22 to the Senate Resources Committee at the Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019. The bill would allow organizations to obtain permits and enhance the habitat of shellfish in hopes of improving the seafood industry. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Shellfish rehabilitation bill carries economic potential

Experts see a bright future in mariculture.

Sen. Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, introduces Senate Bill 22 to the Senate Resources Committee at the Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019. The bill would allow organizations to obtain permits and enhance the habitat of shellfish in hopes of improving the seafood industry. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Should Alaska privatize prisons? Dems upset over budget director’s ties to industry

Should Alaska privatize prisons? Dems upset over budget director’s ties to industry

Lawmakers are sending a letter to the governor.

Should Alaska privatize prisons? Dems upset over budget director’s ties to industry
Leaderless House on track to break 37-year record

Leaderless House on track to break 37-year record

Given Monday’s drama, organization is unlikely.

  • Feb 8, 2019
  • By Kevin Baird Juneau Empire
Leaderless House on track to break 37-year record
Donna Arduin, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, speaks to House members during an informational meeting at the Capitol on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

House Republicans criticize Dunleavy’s proposed education cut

Some representatives confident education cut won’t happen.

Donna Arduin, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, speaks to House members during an informational meeting at the Capitol on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
The daily struggles of a gearhead

The daily struggles of a gearhead

How to justify purchasing those new waders.

The daily struggles of a gearhead
Photos: Governor’s Arts and Humanities Awards

Photos: Governor’s Arts and Humanities Awards

Highlights from the ceremony.

Photos: Governor’s Arts and Humanities Awards
Capitol Live: Private contractor to take over administration at psych institute

Capitol Live: Private contractor to take over administration at psych institute

Live updates from inside the Alaska Capitol.

Capitol Live: Private contractor to take over administration at psych institute
Dr. Michael Johnson, Commissioner of Education and Early Development, is interviewed by members of the Senate Finance Committee at the Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019. Gov. Mike Dunleavy has chosen Dr. Johnson as a Lt. Governor successor if needed. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Senate questions Lt. Gov. Meyer’s back-up

Education commissioner tagged as emergency replacement Lt. Gov.

Dr. Michael Johnson, Commissioner of Education and Early Development, is interviewed by members of the Senate Finance Committee at the Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019. Gov. Mike Dunleavy has chosen Dr. Johnson as a Lt. Governor successor if needed. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)