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Alaska again seeks American shipyards to build new oceangoing Tustumena replacement ferry
New mainline ship would sail the longest, most remote state ferry route in the United States, with a range of 4,000 nautical miles.
Feb 23 min read


Residents bounce ideas for Jackie Renninger Park
Parks and Recreation asks residents to consider what elements they consider phase one priorities at the five-acre site as city copes with revenue loss.
Feb 14 min read


Juneau legislators hear from constituents about governor's proposed fiscal plan
The plan proposes a statewide sales tax, but those at Mendenhall Valley Public Library town hall largely prefer state income tax.
Feb 17 min read


On The Trails: Flying squirrels
A rather common but seldom seen denizen of our forests is the northern flying squirrel (Glaucomys sabrinus). They are strictly nocturnal and rather small (about the size of our more familiar red squirrel).
Feb 13 min read


Police blotter for Jan. 30
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Feb 11 min read


Police blotter for Jan. 29
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Feb 12 min read


Poked Bears stir up trouble in Ketchikan
JDHS responds to Friday loss with Saturday feast of Lady Kings.
Feb 115 min read


Some small businesses in Juneau speak out against ICE amid nationwide strike
Some storefront owners in Juneau spoke out against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or shuttered their doors Friday as part of the nationwide general strike following recent killings in Minneapolis.
Jan 311 min read


Dunleavy’s statewide sales tax repeals local exemptions on food, utilities — but city may lose far more than it receives
Juneau’s government would regain several million dollars annually, but could lose tens of millions if voters rebel by rejecting renewal of temporary sales taxes.
Jan 317 min read


State board to probe concerns on MEHS
The Alaska Board of Education is supporting a recommendation by the state education commissioner to form an ad-hoc committee to address student well-being at Mt. Edgecumbe High School.
Jan 316 min read


Alaska Beacon state and legislative daybook for the week of Feb. 2, 2026
Here’s what’s happening in the Alaska Capitol and elsewhere across the state.
Jan 313 min read


JDHS girls fall in conference opener at Kayhi
Crimson Bears start hot, but simmer and cool under Lady Kings pressure
Jan 3110 min read
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