July - 2026 6/24

In photos: Wander the Wetlands with Discovery Southeast

Fifth annual guided hike by Discovery Southeast, Southeast Alaska Land Trust takes community members off-trail to explore how Mendenhall Valley has been shaped over time.

6 days ago6 min read

Auk Village Campground closed after bear ransacks food box, tent

Auk Village Campground is closed indefinitely due to a bear vandalizing a tent Wednesday while searching for food, following a visit on Tuesday when the bear ransacked a secured food box, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

6 days ago2 min read

Goldbelt Tram reopening date still uncertain; CEO says another update expected July 31

Company says increased activity involving repairs may be visible during coming weeks; website still lists various tram jobs available.

6 days ago2 min read

Notes On The News: A big helping hand and facing the big financial gap that remains

Hundreds of donors get the Juneau Independent’s second year off to a promising start, but we’re still grappling with how to get a mix of donors, ads and sponsors to cover our costs.

6 days ago5 min read

Wrangell shipyard project estimated at $605M to $726M

A 258-foot-high assembly hall would dominate the footprint of a possible shipyard at the former 6-Mile Mill site in Wrangell, as envisioned in this conceptual drawing prepared for borough officials to use in their sales pitch for state and federal funding. (Artwork courtesy Pearlson and Pearlson and the City and Borough of Wrangell) By Larry Persily Wrangell Sentinel The consultant that put together a feasibility study for a major shipbuilding and repair operation at the form

7 days ago5 min read

Police blotter for July 20

This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.

7 days ago1 min read

Commemorating the president comes down to a coin flip

President Donald Trump is infatuated with gold, from bathroom fixtures in the White House to gold coasters, ceilings, door frames and fireplace decorations in the Oval Office.

7 days ago2 min read

Citing a hunger ‘crisis,’ US mayors call for end to federal SNAP cuts

More than 200 mayors say the feds should be expanding food access — not cutting it.

7 days ago3 min read

A parasite that thrives in warm conditions adds to Yukon River salmon woes

Alaska scientists are teasing out the effects of Ichthyophonus, a parasite that has taken a particularly severe toll on already weak Yukon River Chinook runs.

7 days ago13 min read

Juneau’s American Legion team prepares for state tournament

Auke Bay Post 25 closes season as top ranked team heading into tourney play

Jul 214 min read

Erickson helps Alaska Youth Soccer team win first National title

Incoming JDHS junior leads Cook Inlet Soccer Club to U17 championship

Jul 214 min read

Human remains discovered in chest freezer by relative cleaning residence at Switzer Village

Person cleaning home after death of a family member finds person also be a relative in a locked outbuilding; cause and timing of death unknown, according to JPD.

Jul 212 min read