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Obituary: William (Bill) Searls, 84
Longtime Juneau resident William (Bill) Searls, 84, passed away peacefully at home on November 8.
Nov 25, 20252 min read
Resurrection Lutheran Church’s leadership lawsuit ends, questions about its social services remain
Judge upholds finding by church’s governing body that new congregation council that ousted pastor was properly elected; dispute fueled by extent of help offered to homeless .
Nov 25, 20254 min read
Even with no election, the Alaska Legislature is in flux ahead of the regular session
Gov. Mike Dunleavy is now considering who may fill two legislative seats vacated by state senators seeking higher office.
Nov 25, 20252 min read
‘Messiah’ is returning, after Juneau offers its thanks
Two performances of the ’Christmas portion’ of Handel’s oratorio scheduled this weekend at Ḵunéix̱ Hídi Northern Light United Church.
Nov 25, 20252 min read
Juneau’s new Parks and Rec director says fee increases, service reductions likely
Marc Wheeler has worn a lot of hats in Juneau – from serving on the Juneau Assembly, to founding a beloved Juneau coffee shop and working with youth at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska, he’s no stranger to public service…( Read full story )
Nov 25, 20251 min read
Police blotter for Nov. 23
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Nov 25, 20251 min read
Dunleavy makes new pick for Alaska Permanent Fund Corp. board of directors
Craig Richards, a longtime member of the board in charge of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation, has been replaced.
Nov 25, 20252 min read
Kennicott delayed coming back to service, disruptions possible
State ferry officials on Monday were trying to work out a new early-December schedule after learning that the Kennicott will be delayed coming out of a yearlong layup at a Puget Sound shipyard for new generators and maintenance work.
Nov 25, 20252 min read
Disaster relief crews begin to depart Western Alaska as winter sets in, officials say
Some work on critical infrastructure projects will continue, but the state’s focus will transition to supporting storm-impacted communities and evacuated residents through the winter, officials said.
Nov 25, 20255 min read
Alaska’s commercial salmon harvest rebounds after ultra-low harvest last year
Alaska commercial fishers caught much more salmon in 2025 than they did last year, but the money they earned was modest, according to the statewide harvest report.
Nov 24, 20252 min read
Campers say intruders’ attempt to set tent on fire raises cold-season concerns beyond harsh weather
Unhoused people at sites around town say they’re in ’safe zones’ recommended by local officials providing assistance, but other violent incidents have occurred.
Nov 24, 20253 min read
Cooking for Pleasure: Perfect stress-free turkey gravy
You just realized you will need a quart of gravy for your Thanksgiving dinner guests! Don’t panic.
Nov 24, 20254 min read
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