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Looking back: Dads shape future dads
We are our fathers. To some extent we were shaped to function in our lives from their sometimes unseen actions of love and, of course, the times that are stuck on our faces in smiles much like one would magnetize a note to the refrigerator door. I often wonder how my father shaped my sporting life.
Jun 214 min read
Notes On The News: Print newspapers continue to vanish, while digital nonprofit news expands
Rosemarie Alexander addresses attendees at a Juneau Independent fundraiser at TK Maguire's on Feb. 19, 2026. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Independent) (Editor’s note: The one-year anniversary of the Juneau Independent is Saturday, June 20. This is part of a series of articles focusing on the intent, to-date efforts and future plans of the nonprofit online local newspaper.) By Rosemarie Alexander Nearly 3,500 U.S. newspapers have closed since 2005, according to The State of Local
Jun 194 min read
On The Trails: Early June observations
As I started on the dike trail, I noticed a few photographers all focused in one direction. Just then, I met some old friends who asked "Have you seen that flycatcher?" My response was "Flycatcher? What flycatcher?"
Jun 143 min read
On The Trails: Ducks, midges, and flowers
The first little mallard ducklings have been appearing on ponds around town.
Jun 73 min read
Rooted in Community: Juneau-Douglas City Museum preserves town’s past, but faces uncertain future
Compact and comprehensive museum tells Juneau’s history through exhibits, art and stories.
Jun 710 min read
Cooking for Pleasure: Two chocolate almond coconut cookie recipes
One gluten-free and one with wheat flour.
Jun 22 min read
On The Trails: Spring in late May
On a recent semi-sunny day, I ventured down the badly pot-holed access road to the trailhead for the wetlands at the end of Industrial Boulevard. Elderberry shrubs bore a few inflorescences with open flowers and more to come soon.
May 313 min read
Notes On The News: A day editing the Independent
May 20 was the 11-month anniversary of the Indy’s launch. It was also the final day of the legislative session, budget decision day for the Assembly, and full of other routine duties and breaking news.
May 245 min read
On The Trails: Basin Road, jumping mice, calypso orchids
On a recent chilly, drizzly day, I ventured up Basin Road with a friend. The flume trail was not available, due to some work project. Our time was limited, so we stuck to the road, up and back.
May 243 min read
Clara Nevada, Eldred Rock and the light that guides the way
Eldred Rock Lighthouse Preservation Association honors 120th anniversary Friday ahead of grand ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 30.
May 217 min read
Cooking for Pleasure: Baked salmon or halibut in garlic mayonnaise
Easy and delicious way to cook fish.
May 192 min read
On The Trails: On the Outer Point Trail
On a day in mid-May with alternating sun and showers, a friend and I took a stroll on the Outer Point Trail. Our original intent was a walk on the Rainforest Trail, but that idea was jettisoned vigorously and immediately upon seeing a horde of tourists beginning a guided tour there. The Outer Point Trail was ours for a time, and a few others came later.
May 173 min read
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