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Renovation of Adair-Kennedy park’s tennis and pickleball courts begins Monday
Renovation of Adair-Kennedy Memorial Park’s outdoor tennis and pickleball courts begins Monday, July 6. Renovations will result in fresh court surfaces and paint, new net posts, and three functional courts: one for tennis that can be used as two shared pickleball courts, and two dedicated pickleball courts.
City and Borough of Juneau
1 day ago
CCFR seeking volunteers for July 11 simulated disaster exercise
Capital City Fire/Rescue is looking for 24 community volunteers to act as mock patients for its large-scale Mass Casualty Incident exercise at Juneau International Airport on Saturday, July 11, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
City and Borough of Juneau
3 days ago
Hear 35-Mile Off-Road Vehicle Riding Park updates on July 9
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Parks & Recreation Department is sharing the latest updates and volunteer opportunities for the 35-mile Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Riding Park project.
Thank You Letter from Juneau Garden Club
The Juneau Garden Club recently installed a large raised garden planter at the Pioneer Home.
Guest contributor
Jun 18
Residents invited to take CBJ emergency operations plan survey
Share your experience during past city emergencies through the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Emergency Operations Plan Survey by Friday, July 3 at 11:59 p.m. Feedback collected will inform the update to CBJ’s 2016 Emergency Operations Plan.
Launch of Safe Place sites for youths to seek crisis help scheduled Friday at ZGYC
This month, in partnership with Tlingit and Haida, first responders, and several others, the Shéiyi Xaat Hít Youth Shelter launched Safe Place, a new community initiative designed to better serve youth in crisis.
Juneau Crime Line’s crimes of the month for June
People with information about these crimes can visit Juneau Crime Line's tip website at juneaucrimeline.com or P3Tips.com, or download the smartphone app P3Tips.
Kussarts celebrate 60th wedding anniversary
Donald and Janet Kussart were wed on May 27, 1966, in Cerro Gordo, Illinois.
AARP Alaska honors locals for Older Americans Month and Senior Recognition Day
On May 20 AARP Alaska celebrated Older Americans Month and Senior Recognition Day with an afternoon gathering at the Douglas Library.
Residents invited to June 9 open house on 2026 glacial lake outburst flood
Juneau residents impacted by the glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) are invited to attend an open house on Tuesday, June 9, in the Thunder Mountain Middle School common area.
CBJ Permit Center ‘Planner on Call’ available Mondays and Tuesdays only
Beginning Monday, June 1, the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Community Development Department (CDD) will offer “Planner on Call” services on Mondays and Tuesdays only.
Registration for Start Smart Soccer opens June 1
Families are invited to register their kids for the Zach Gordon Youth Center’s Start Smart Soccer program taking place this summer. Registration opens at 12 p.m. on Monday, June 1 under the “Youth & Teen” tab on the Parks & Recreation registration site.
CBJ reminds public of costs and fines of illegal dumping
This spring, the Juneau Police Department (JPD) and the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Streets Division remind residents of the penalties of illegal dumping within the municipality as they respond to an increase in reports of trash dumped and vehicles abandoned on both public and private property.
Mark Sabbatini
May 16
CBJ Docks & Harbors Celebrates National Infrastructure Week and National Maritime Day
In recognition of National Infrastructure Week and National Maritime Day, the City and Borough of Juneau Docks and Harbors will host a series of events to highlight recently completed harbor improvement projects.
Kaycee Parady selected as national youth delegate for 2026 Washington Youth Summit in D.C.
Kaycee Parady, a student at Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé as a National Youth Delegate to the 2026 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment at George Mason University.
Community contributor
May 11
Juneau Dance Theatre to present classical comic ballet 'Coppelia' this weekend
Young romantics, Swanilda and Franz are among villagers celebrating the upcoming installation of a new clock in the town square.
Capital Transit summer service begins May 4
Schedules and routing for Capital Transit’s 2026 summer season will go into effect Monday, May 4 with service changes, extended hours, and temporary route suspensions.
Friends of the Flags completes annual installation
Friends of the Flags installed the U.S. state flags along Egan Drive between 10th Street and Marine Way on Saturday.
Guest contributor
Apr 30
Douglas-Dornan Foundation Fund 2026 grant application period is now open
The Juneau Community Foundation’s Douglas-Dornan Foundation Fund will accept applications for funding support through June 1.
Community contributor
Apr 20
Bartlett Regional Hospital moves emergency entrance during construction
In preparation for the renovation of the Emergency Department and construction of a new entrance, the entrance has moved from the backside of the hospital to the channel (west) side of the hospital. This is a temporary entrance that will be used for much of the project. The new ED entrance will be opened once the project nears completion.
The Juneau Piano Series concert is coming up on April 24th
Currently in its 7th concert season, I am proud of how far the series has come since its founding in 2018.
Guest contributor
Apr 11
Homestead Park reopens to public after reconstruction
The City and Borough has reopened Homestead Park, a popular viewpoint of downtown Juneau located in Douglas.
Open house seeking input on use of flood disaster funding scheduled Thursday
An open house by state officials is planned from 4-8 p.m. Thursday as part of a recovery plan following the 2024 glacial lake outburst flood in Juneau.
State Of Alaska
Apr 1
Letter of thanks: A heartfelt thank you from AWARE
AWARE's 2026 Women of Distinction. (Photo courtesy of AWARE) AWARE is profoundly grateful to everyone who supported our 28th Annual Women of Distinction Gala. It was a privilege to join our community in celebrating the remarkable contributions of our 2026 honorees: Maria Gladziszewski, Seikoonie Fran Houston, Christina Love, and Dr. Alice Taff. Their inspirational words made the evening truly unforgettable. We also paid special tribute to Saralyn Tabachnick, honoring her 39 y
Community contributor
Mar 25
Mazelle Joseph of Juneau to be honored with Spirit of Youth Awards
Mazelle Joseph, a Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé student, has been selected to receive a Spirit of Youth Dreamer Award, which recognizes teens who are actively engaging in their community through the preservation of cultural practices and arts, those who share personal expression through visual or performing arts, and those who cultivate youth voice through media and digital art forms.
Community contributor
Mar 16
Phase 2 of HESCO barriers set to begin next week
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with the City and Borough of Juneau, is scheduled to begin the first phases of the Phase 2 HESCO barrier project installation along the Mendenhall River during the week of March 16.
SHI announces winner of Celebration 2026 art contest
‘Endurance and Strength: The Power of the Clan House’ by Washington-based artist Bill Pfeifer will represent Celebration 2026.
Visitor Industry Task Force discusses flightseeing at two March meetings
The Visitor Industry Task Force invites the public to listen to two meetings about flightseeing at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, and Thursday, March 19, in the Assembly Chambers and via Zoom.
‘Alternative public comment event’ for Cascade Point Ferry Terminal on Wednesday evening
An alternative public comment event about the proposed Cascade Point Ferry Terminal, hosted by the Southeast Alaska Conservation Council, is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center.
CBJ Recycling Center opens 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday
The Recycling Center will open Tuesday, February 24 to Saturday, February 28 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Recycling Center will take cardboard, mixed paper, and glass but not aluminum or plastic due to limited storage space.
Marine Park improvements to begin March 2
The planned rebuild of Marine Park will begin on Monday, March 2. Construction is expected to last through 2026 with estimated completion in April 2027.
CBJ Recycling Center to reopen after equipment repairs completed
The Recycling Center will open with limited services this Friday, Feb. 20, and Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Recycling drop off will be limited to cardboard and mixed paper only.
Visitor Industry Task Force meets Feb. 19 on downtown crowding
The City and Borough of Juneau’s Visitor Industry Task Force meets Thursday, Feb.19, at 5:30 p.m. to discuss crowding in downtown Juneau during the cruise ship season.
SHI launches intermediate Tlingit language course
Sealaska Heritage Institute (SHI) has launched an intermediate Tlingit language course through the 7000 Languages platform, marking the first time an intermediate-level course has been offered in this format.
North Douglas Boat Launch closed until further notice due to sinkhole
Juneau’s Docks and Harbors on Tuesday identified a large sinkhole/pothole that has developed in the North Douglas Boat Launch parking lot.
Douglas Public Library closed for water mitigation as of Wednesday
(City and Borough of Juneau press release) The Douglas Public Library (DPL) is closed temporarily starting Wednesday, Jan. 7, due to water intrusion caused by recent weather conditions. There was no damage to library collections and damage mitigation is under way. Juneau Public Libraries does not yet know when the DPL will reopen, but hopeful that it will be within the next week. Visit Juneau Public Libraries Facebook page or juneau.org/library for updates on the closure. Fo
Assembly makes appointments to Planning Commission and Bartlett Regional Hospital board
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Assembly made the following appointments to the Bartlett Regional Hospital (BRH) Board and the Planning Commission during a Special Assembly Meeting held Wednesday, Dec. 17, via Zoom Webinar.
City and Borough of Juneau
Dec 18, 2025
Thanks to those assisting people with housing needs
I would like to thank the local businesses, 40 individual donors and 15 volunteers who made it possible to recognize those who work on the front lines of our homeless and housing issues every day with joyful holiday gift bags filled with treats.
Community contributor
Dec 18, 2025
Juneau Crime Line’s ‘December Crimes of the Month’
People with information about these crimes or any person involved can go to the Juneau Crime Line Tips Website at http://juneaucrimeline.com, the CrimeStopppers USA smartphone P3TIPS app or P3TIPS.com to submit a web tip.
Community contributor
Dec 18, 2025
Senior Moments: Is Juneau age-friendly?
Juneau’s senior population (30% and growing) agree this is a great place to live but many worry about their ability to remain in our home town. Is Juneau “age friendly” for people of all ages and abilities? What makes a community truly livable? The Juneau Commission on Aging (JCOA) and the AARP Community Action Team (CAT) have joined forces to improve Juneau’s “livability” and ensure seniors can stay in the community we love as we age.
City and Borough of Juneau
Dec 16, 2025
Annual Holiday Open House at Governor’s Residence on Tuesday
The Christmas decorations are up, and the cookies are ready for the governor’s annual Holiday Open House in Juneau on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 3-6 p.m.
State Of Alaska
Dec 9, 2025
CBJ accepting public proposals for marine passenger fee proceeds starting December 1
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) invites the public to submit proposals for how proceeds from the 2026 Marine Passenger Fee (MPF) are used.
City and Borough of Juneau
Dec 1, 2025
Thanksgiving weekend schedule for CBJ offices & facilities
Most City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) offices and facilities—including City Hall offices, administrative offices of the Juneau Police Department, the Juneau-Douglas City Museum, Zach Gordon Youth Center, Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool, Dimond Park Field House, and all Juneau Public Library branches—will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
City and Borough of Juneau
Nov 27, 2025
JAHC announces Maggie McMillan as next executive director
The Juneau Arts and Humanities Council (JAHC) announces the appointment of Maggie McMillan as its next executive director.
Juneau Arts and Humanities Council
Nov 21, 2025
2026 Women of Distinction Honorees Chosen by AWARE’s Board of Directors
2026 Women of Distinction Honorees Chosen by AWARE’s Board of Directors.
AWARE
Nov 21, 2025
SE Alaska Transportation Plan open house from 5-7 p.m. Thursday
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is hosting public open houses in November and December 2025 to gather input for the Southeast Alaska Transportation Plan (SEATP) update. An in-person open house in Juneau is scheduled from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library.
State Of Alaska
Nov 20, 2025
Special glacial lake outburst flood Committee of the Whole meeting Oct. 30
Several Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) mitigation topics will be presented by local experts and federal agencies during a Special GLOF Assembly Committee of the Whole Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 30.
City and Borough of Juneau
Oct 29, 2025
Juneau Futures public workshops on Nov. 6, 10 and 19
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) will host three Juneau Futures public workshops in November. Each workshop is a standalone session designed to explore where and how Juneau should grow in the years ahead.
City and Borough of Juneau
Oct 29, 2025
SHI lecture to uncover story of Alaska Native Surrealist
Presentation examines Xenia Kashevaroff Cage's contributions to avant-garde art, music.
Sealaska Heritage Institute
Oct 27, 2025
Artists sought for spring meditation exhibit
Juneau/Southeast Alaska artists are being sought to participate in an exhibit which will be opening at the Juneau Arts and Humanities Gallery in March 2026.
Community contributor
Oct 23, 2025
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