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Juneau, Alaska Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning to you Juneau! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will a new ferry terminal move Juneau’s main dock 30 miles away?
  • Why a Douglas architect calls Juneau’s Telephone Hill plan a “time bomb”.
  • Bear trapped in Subaru leaves Juneau driver with a wrecked interior.

Also on today's calendar: Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Juneau and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the math teacher write "41596" on a napkin after lunch? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Windy with rain, with a high of 43 and low of 35 degrees.
  • Saturday: A passing morning shower, temps: high: 40, low: 33.
  • Sunday: A mix of snow and rain, with a high of 37 and low of 35 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• State contractor mobilizes equipment, prepares for construction of ferry terminal at Cascade Point (adn.com) — State transportation officials have allowed a contractor to stage equipment for the proposed Cascade Point ferry terminal, which would shift Juneau’s main ferry access 30 miles north of town. Supporters say it could save fuel and improve efficiency, while Juneau-area critics and lawmakers warn it may complicate travel, bypass local needs, and waste millions if later permits or a new governor halt the project.
   

• Telephone Hill plan draws sharp criticism from Douglas resident (juneauempire.com) — Juneau’s controversial Telephone Hill redevelopment is facing fresh criticism from a Douglas architect, who warns the city’s new Request for Qualifications is confusing, risky, and rushed. She argues flaws could expose Juneau taxpayers to lawsuits and ignores local hazards, while city leaders say the plan follows years of public process. RFQ evaluations are scheduled for early January 2027.
   

• Caped Crusader to the rescue (alamosanews.com) — A curious black bear recently broke into an unlocked Subaru in a Juneau neighborhood, got trapped, and repeatedly leaned on the horn until a neighbor called 911. Juneau police ultimately freed the animal using a rope to open the damaged door, and the unharmed bear bolted, leaving the car’s interior destroyed and a fresh reminder for residents to keep vehicles locked and scent-free.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Haines

  • Haines should implement a bear policy, police chief says (juneauindependent.com)
  • Juneau joins nationwide ‘blue wave' in 2026 midterms (ktoo.org)
  • ‘We did it' – Honor Festival students fill the community with the sounds of their hard work (khns.org)

Skagway

  • Alaska Ferry Columbia Out of Service Until Nov. 8, Delays Trips (deeparrival.com)

Ok Juneau! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the math teacher write "41596" on a napkin after lunch?" — Because he wanted a piece of pi(e)! (Thank you Greg S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Juneau

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