Nominate for 2017 Governor’s Awards for the ArtsNominations are now open for the 2017 Governor’s Awards for the Arts and Humanities. These awards are an… Continue reading
In the kind of writing most of us do every day—the kind of writing I’ve mainly been concerned with in these columns—the only criteria that… Continue reading
I believe that listening and sharing can undermine prejudice and judgment. I believe that if we embrace the vulnerability it takes to get to know… Continue reading
Once again, the Panhandlers Motorcycle Club is gearing up to resupply Bartlett Regional Hospital with a bin of stuffed toys for young patients.On Sunday, Aug.… Continue reading
University of Alaska Southeast has launched Finish College Alaska, a new program for Alaskans who have attended college but have not completed a degree. Advisors… Continue reading
Bartlett Regional Hospital Foundation is accepting applications for the Bartlett Foundation Behavioral Wellness Scholarship to support expansion of resources to treat behavioral health illnesses and… Continue reading
Spring-flowering bulbs are now available for purchase from the Juneau-Gastineau Rotarians. These bulbs, including daffodils, hyacinths, crocus and tulips, are selected by Master Gardeners to… Continue reading
The Juneau Arts & Humanities Council brings the ninth annual Food Festival, featuring fresh local produce, homemade jams and jellies and arts and crafts on… Continue reading
On July 29, Ralph and Gloria Wolfe’s Yakutat house burnt down, taking with it their home, belongings and Gloria’s brother Eric. The family has two… Continue reading
Recent births at Bartlett Regional Hospital• A daughter, Stella Louise Onstad, weighing 8 lbs. 7 oz., was born to Shyanna Fanning and Walter Onstad of… Continue reading
Donald and Alma Harris will have their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 20. Join them for a celerbation at Helping Hands-Healing Hearts, 5952 Montgomery St.… Continue reading
Monday, Aug. 15Chicken and Peach SautéPastaPeas and CarrotsApple and Cabbage SaladTuesday, Aug. 16Beef and Vegetable SoupWhole Grain CrackersPeaches and Cottage CheeseWednesday, Aug. 17Southeast Stir-fry (with… Continue reading
A Capital City Fire/Rescue captain recently joined an elite group of credentialed firefighters.CCFR announced last week that the Commission on Professional Credentialing officially awarded Fire… Continue reading
CCF/R is looking to have the residents of the Lynn Canal district join the fire department as volunteers. There will be an open house on… Continue reading
Imagine you are facing your greatest fear. Maybe it is imminent danger. Maybe it is impending doom of illness or being alone or overwhelming circumstances.… Continue reading
On a beautiful spring day in April of 2006, my son Dylan approached our front door along with his friend and a beautiful 6-month-old giant… Continue reading
Each week throughout the summer, the Juneau Public Libraries, in collaboration with the Friends of the Juneau Public Libraries and local businesses, award young readers… Continue reading
In Juneau, 846 community members have saved $149,089 on prescription medications through the partnership between United Way of Southeast Alaska and FamilyWize. The results were… Continue reading
Three professors at the University of Alaska Southeast Juneau campus received promotions.Eve Dillingham was promoted to full professor of information systems in the School of… Continue reading
Aiding Women in Abuse and Rape Emergencies, Inc. is an organization run by love, and in no way is that more obvious than with the… Continue reading
