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Tour operators demand enforcement of permits at Mendenhall Glacier as fee increases are put forward
Public can leave feedback on recreation fee increases for sites in Juneau, Ketchikan and near Hoonah until July 20.
Jul 85 min read


Missing man found dead in wooded area near Adair-Kennedy Memorial Park
Oscar Griffin, 25, last seen in area on June 29, was found last Thursday after search by officials; JPD says death not considered suspicious.
Jul 72 min read


Julie Jackson Piper named Eaglecrest’s new GM as city-owned ski area ponders private takeover of operations
Former instructor and supervisor at ski area says she wants to rebuild community trust and support; board member says possible private operating agreement is ‘probably years away.’
Jul 74 min read


Learn about flood preparedness and fill sandbags this weekend at Dimond Park
Suicide Basin still expected to fill early August; USACE completes Phase 2 installation.
Jul 73 min read


Class that grew up along Gastineau Channel honored as Douglas grand marshals
The Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé class of 1966, this year's grand marshal for the Douglas Fourth of July parade, walks together on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Barbara Nielson, who traveled from Seattle, and Sharon Kelly, who lives on Douglas, hold the banner. (Jasz Garrett / Juneau Independent) By Jasz Garrett Juneau Independent The same class that marched across the Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé graduation stage 60 years ago marched in the Douglas Fourth
Jul 63 min read


City museum staff spend last days getting plans in place for downsizing that takes effect Friday
Museum will be closed Sundays through Tuesdays, open reduced hours other days due to budget cuts; seasonal workers will supplement volunteers and lone holdover employee.
Jul 65 min read


Juneau’s Logan Fellman places eighth at Mount Marathon
Incoming JDHS senior finished his fourth junior race in 30 minutes and 44 seconds.
Jul 65 min read


Flamingos flock for FIFA
Couple’s Auke Bay front yard becomes a pitch for pink players keeping pace with World Cup matches.
Jul 53 min read


A traditional July 4 parade, with an extra spring in the step, as Juneau celebrates USA at 250
Familiar floats get extra flourishes, new entries mark semiquincentennial and snowmageddon, and a young grand marshal regains his footing.
Jul 45 min read


Juneau residents find their spark without fireworks on eve of Independence Day
Annual watermelon-eating contest, soapbox derby trials, marching band concert continue their traditions despite threat of stormy weather.
Jul 44 min read


Dogging the docks: Patsy Ann still watches for ships
As nation prepares to celebrate 250th birthday on Saturday, statue of ‘Official Greeter of Juneau, Alaska’ marks 34th anniversary Friday.
Jul 32 min read


A salute to those who make Juneau beautiful at this year’s July 4 downtown parade
Cade Jobsis, 5, getting community-supported treatment for rare disorder, and cleanup activists Leticia McRae and Litter Free are grand marshals for 250th Independence Day.
Jul 311 min read
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