More new arrivals Nov 16, 2008
Glen Allan Mudge, Nov. 3, to Shannon Michelle Mudge and Douglas Steven Mudge of Palmer. Iradessa Christine Gyalog-White, Nov. 4, to Marian Gyalog and Christopher Pete Patrick White of Wasilla. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Cumberland beats Tennessee State Nov 15, 2008
Thomas Douglas scored 18 points for the Bulldogs, while Jamar Finley added 12. Gerald Robinson scored 31 points, hitting 16 of 17 shots from the free throw line for the Tigers. (Anchorage Daily News)
Wind cooperates with firefighters in Calif. blaze Nov 15, 2008
Much of the damage to homes and a small Christian college occurred Thursday night, but several more homes burned Friday in Montecito, a quaint and secluded area that has attracted celebrities such as Rob Lowe, Jeff Bridges, Michael Douglas and Oprah Winfrey. More than 1,000 firefighters worked to contain the 1,800-acre blaze ahead of winds that were expected to pick up by early Saturday morning. (Anchorage Daily News)
A Lifetime of achievement Nov 15, 2008
Sharing a lifetime: Lee Sandor speaks with the Empire on Wednesday at her Douglas home, which she and her husband, John, purchased in 1976 ... Prior to that, REACH members were meeting in the Douglas Methodist Church. (Juneau Empire)
Juneau Rotary presents Vocational Service awards Nov 13, 2008
Secondary planning: Representing the Juneau-Douglas High School Secondary Planning Team, Thunder Mountain High School Principal Patti Bippus, left, and Juneau School District Assistant Superintendent Laury Scandling accept one of Rotary's annual Vocational Service awards ... Rotary's Vocational Service award to a governmental organization went to the Juneau-Douglas High School Secondary Planning Team ... At Juneau-Douglas High School, stepped-up intervention efforts improved graduation rates,... (Juneau Empire)
California Focus: What happens if Mexican labor supply dries up? Nov 13, 2008
Running around talking to Democrats and Republicans, I had the privilege of listening to Jared Rainey and Dameane Douglas, two black men in their 30 s who were moved to see Barack Obama elected president. Rainey talked about how great this country is. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Roots' showmanship gives Alaska one of year's best shows Nov 12, 2008
When guitarist Kirk "Captain Kirk" Douglas sauntered onstage to play a funky groove in the low light, iPhones and Blackberries sent out a spray of light ... Imagine a hip-hop show with riffs from Guns N Roses, Led Zeppelin and James Brown along with a knockout vocal and guitar blowout by the deft and dazzling Douglas ... I almost felt sorry for Biddle when he followed Douglas with an extended bass solo, but once he dropped down into a bone-shattering blast of low notes, everyone's heart shook. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bismarck Tribune Breaking News Veteran fought on, from the Aleutians to Hiroshima Nov 11, 2008
Voll's brother-in-law was on the USS Missouri, where Gen. Douglas MacArthur accepted the Japanese surrender. Voll doesn't think much of MacArthur or his corncob pipe: "He said 'I will return,' but when he returned, the war was almost over.". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Hurricane Paloma batters Caymans, heads to Cuba Nov 8, 2008
"It was a real surprise," said Rick Douglas, 50, of Toronto, who checked weather Web sites before flying to the Caribbean ... His wife, Susan Douglas, was confident they would be safe as long as they follow orders. (Anchorage Daily News)
Click here to win Nov 7, 2008
By Torin Douglas Media correspondent, BBC News. An online strategy underpinned the knocking on doors for support. (BBC News -- Americas)
Young, Stevens still connect with voters Nov 7, 2008
"I do think having Palin on the ticket had folks going to the polls to vote for that part of the ticket," said Claudia Douglas, a state Democratic Party official from Wasilla. "And I think that it's almost like you just go down and vote the Republicans on the rest of the ballot, it's almost just a natural thing to go right down the line.". (Anchorage Daily News)
South wrestling team remains undefeated Nov 7, 2008
130 -- 1) Brooks Sutter, Grace; 2) Ryan Chavez, Bethel; 3) Cody Miller, Dillingham; 4) Nicholas Sharp, Bethel; 5) Echo Swanson, Kotzebue; 6) Shane Douglas, Seward. 135 -- 1) Brandon Reich, Kotzebue; 2) Brett Lopez, Petersburg; 3) Scott Reierson, Seward; 4) Mike Ace, Valdez; 5) Zach Ivanoff, Mt. Edgecumbe; 6) Jeff Klapak, Ninilchik. (Anchorage Daily News)
Preliminary results for the 2008 general election by precinct Nov 7, 2008
Supporters cheer victory: Ed Grant Jr. holds an Obama sign Tuesday night at Centennial Hall while watching President-elect Barack Obama make his acceptance speech. To view a photo slideshow of election night, visit juneauempire. (Juneau Empire)
And the winner is..... Nov 7, 2008
DOUGLAS SCHOEN has it nailed in today s. McCain s biggest mistake was not going with his instincts and picking Joe Lieberman as his running mate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
BBC 'slow' to react to calls row Nov 7, 2008
Brand resigned from Radio 2 as a result of the incident, as did station controller Lesley Douglas. Inexplicable. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
In sheer numbers, votes shatter U.S. record Nov 7, 2008
Towering above this year's turnout was the historic race of 1860, when Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas faced off, attracting 81. 3 percent. (CNN -- US)
Hip-hop rising Nov 6, 2008
Aside from "?uestlove" on drums, the band includes co-founder Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter on vocals, Kamal Gray on keyboards, Frank Knuckles on percussion, Kirk "Captain Kirk" Douglas on guitar and Owen Biddle on bass. John Kendall, music manager for UAA radio station KRUA The Edge 88. (Anchorage Daily News)
Settlement brings end to Juneau 'bong hits' case Nov 6, 2008
In a free speech case that reached the nation's highest court, the Juneau-Douglas School District and former student Joseph Frederick have reached a settlement ... Frederick's Juneau-based attorney Douglas Mertz says the settlement essentially brings an end to the case as far as his client sees it. (Anchorage Daily News)
Douglas Fourth of July Committee to host historical program Nov 6, 2008
In honor of Alaska's 50th year of Statehood, the Douglas Fourth of July Committee will host a special program, "Stories and Pictures of the Douglas Bell and Cannon" by Mark Whitman, at 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at Mt. Jumbo Gym ... Bell ringers: From left, Leif Lie, of Mount Bradley Enterprises Corp., and Pat Peterson, Douglas Fourth of July Committee president, stand with the Douglas bell and cannon at the Douglas Post Office ... In honor of Alaska's 50th year of Statehood, the Douglas Fourth of... (Juneau Empire)
Thanks to the Douglas Post Office workers Nov 6, 2008
For those of us with post office boxes in Douglas, it is always a pleasure to visit with the guys behind the counter, Lee and Dean. Not only do they do their jobs well, they are helpful and courteous, and they keep alive the small town flavor of the Douglas Post Office ... Not only do they do their jobs well, they are helpful and courteous, and they keep alive the small town flavor of the Douglas Post Office. (Juneau Empire)
School Board, Frederick reach settlement in 'Bong Hits' case Nov 6, 2008
Officials say the final chapter of the "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" saga has been written with a settlement being reached between the Juneau Board of Education and former Juneau-Douglas High School student Joseph Frederick ... Officials say the final chapter of the "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" saga has been written with a settlement being reached between the Juneau Board of Education and former Juneau-Douglas High School student Joseph Frederick ... Douglas Mertz, Frederick's lawyer, said this settlement closes... (Juneau Empire)
Attentionturns to transition, state of the country a day after Obama electedfirst black president Nov 6, 2008
By DOUGLAS BIRCH and STEVEN R. HURSTThe Associated Press. Wednesday, November 5, 2008 11:19 AM CST. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
COMPLETE COVERAGE: The 2008 White House race Nov 6, 2008
Political News: U.S. Politics, Election 2008 & Presidential Candidates - USATODAY.com - USATODAY.com. 11/06/2008 - Updated 01:10 AM ET. (USA Today)
Voting locations see changes Nov 5, 2008
Douglas: Douglas Library, 1016 Third St.. Juneau No. 1 has moved from the Assembly Chambers to the Juneau Arts & Culture Center, the former National Guard Armory building at 350 Whittier Avenue. (Juneau Empire)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 4, 2008 Nov 5, 2008
DD Wiz wrote on Nov 4, 2008 7:57 AM:Ron Still Avoids and EvadesThe post from "Ron" (7:08am) criticizes the letter from Douglas Dunn for stating that "Marx also offers some good proposals.""Ron" follows that with the nefarous ellipsis ... sdraoul wrote on Nov 4, 2008 8:46 AM:DD and his alter ego Douglas Dunn continue to promote Karl Marx because of all the positions Marx took setting forth Communism, he got three right ... Apollo wrote on Nov 4, 2008 10:12 AM:Re: Douglas Dunn (letter)Re: Ron... (North County Times)
Police & Fire Nov 4, 2008
At about 1:10 a.m. Sunday, the police responded to a report of a vehicle in a ditch in the 14000 block of Douglas Highway. ARTICLE LINKS: | | Reader Comments Disclaimer ng: These comments do not represent the Juneau Empire's views. (Juneau Empire)
Is Obama-Terry the winning ticket in Omaha? Nov 3, 2008
He reminds them of the importance of telling voters they can vote early, by going on Monday to the Douglas County election office here in Omaha. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Chamber honors Goldbelt VP Nov 3, 2008
As vice president, Martin oversees the Mount Roberts Tramway, the Goldbelt Hotel, Goldbelt Security Services and development of lands in west Douglas, Hobart Bay and Cascade Point. He is a past member of the Goldbelt board of directors. (Juneau Empire)
Readers' Comments Net censorship a danger sign Nov 3, 2008
Posted by: Sam Douglas of Newcastle 11:33pm November 02, 2008 Comment 8 of 28. Censorship of Internet porn and violence would be good for families, but bad for paedophiles and other sickos. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Radunz-Van Meeteren vows spoken at Ocheyedan Nov 3, 2008
Parents of the couple are Douglas and Debra Radunz of Ocheyedan and Lynn and Elvina Van Meeteren of George. Melissa Van Meeteren, sister of the groom, served as maid of honor, Melissa Radunz, sister-in-law of the bride, Heather Rieger, cousin of the bride, and Jessica Full served as bridesmaids. (Ocheyedan Press Melvin News, IA)
University of Minnesota recognizes 2008 Farm Families of the Year (2) Nov 2, 2008
Douglas, Alan and Jessica Klimek, Alexandria. East Otter Tail, Tony and Terry Peeters, Menahga. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Man faces 60 years in prison for rape Nov 1, 2008
Douglas Artemie, 38, was accused of raping and severely beating a woman in February 2003 during an attack that left her with life-threatening injuries that required surgery, prosecutors said. In a verdict returned Monday, the jury convicted him on one count of first-degree sexual assault and one count of first-degree assault but acquitted him on another count of sexual assault, prosecutors said. (Anchorage Daily News)
10 choke points for Election Day Nov 1, 2008
"We knew that by midsummer," said Douglas Jones, a computer science professor at the University of Iowa who serves as a researcher and consultant on voting technologies. Voter registration levels have risen to what appear to be historic proportions. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Gubernatorial seats up for grabs in 11 states Oct 31, 2008
In Vermont, Republican incumbent Jim Douglas is poised to defeat Democratic challenger Gaye Symington to win a fourth two-year term. But a strong showing by independent Anthony Pollina could deny Douglas a majority, meaning the Legislature would decide the winner. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Voters in 11 states to elect governors next week Oct 31, 2008
In Vermont, Republican incumbent Jim Douglas is poised to defeat Democratic challenger Gaye Symington to win a fourth two-year term. But a strong showing by independent Anthony Pollina could deny Douglas a majority, meaning the state Legislature would decide the winner. (Concord Monitor)
Halloween happenings Oct 31, 2008
The Island Pub, 915 Third St., Douglas. People are encouraged to come down to the Douglas Island pub in full costume for a Halloween party environment ... PP's Douglas Inn, 915 3rd St., Douglas. (Juneau Empire)
Mielke, Obey clash over bailout Oct 28, 2008
Besides Chippewa County, the district includes: Douglas, Bayfield, Ashland, Iron, Burnett, Washburn, Sawyer, Price, Lincoln, Polk, Barron, Rusk, Taylor, Marathon, Wood and Portage, and portions of Clark, Oneida and Langlade. Eau Claire, Chippewa County s neighbor to the south, is in the 3rd Congressional District. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Voters consider $315 million for transportation Oct 27, 2008
The Juneau project is likely to include a roundabout at the Glacier Highway and Back Loop Road intersection that's similar to the one at the west end of the Douglas Island Bridge, said Roger Wetherell, spokesman for the Department of Transportation. If the voters approve, the project will be designed this year. (Juneau Empire)
Oprah effect: Can celebs sway voters? Oct 26, 2008
For people like Melvin Douglas and Gene Kelly, it wasnt just about the box office anymore; it was about coming out as responsible citizens. . (MSNBC -- Race)
Obituaries for Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008 Oct 26, 2008
In addition to her parents of La Crosse, she is survived by one sister Susan (Douglas) Miller of Waterloo, Wis. one brother Daniel Peshak of Lewisville, Texas, her nieces Kristin Miller of Plover, Wis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Thai airport wind alert 'faulty' Oct 25, 2008
They have described how the plane, a McDonnell Douglas MD-82 travelling from Bangkok, skidded off the runway and smashed into an embankment. The aircraft broke up and burst into flame. (Yahoo News -- Thailand)
Douglas honoured as humanitarian Oct 25, 2008
The humanitarian work of actor Kirk Douglas has been honoured by a host of stars at a dinner in Los Angeles ... Over the past decade, Douglas and his wife have funded the construction of 400 playgrounds in LA's schools ... "Kirk Douglas, in a way, has saved many lives - not just through his art, but through his humanitarian contributions to the planet," Spielberg said. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Congolese mourn their Rumba king Oct 25, 2008
Douglas Komakech, Birmingham City(United Kingom). Madilu was and will remain a great person in Congolese music. (Yahoo News -- DR Congo)
VP's role a matter of some debate Oct 24, 2008
Douglas Kriner, an associate professor of political science at Boston University who has studied the vice presidency, said Palin "probably misspoke" when she made her comment. Kriner said it would be a violation of separation of powers if the vice president was in charge of the Senate. (Boston Globe)
Allen Marine to close Juneau store Oct 24, 2008
"It's tough right now. I'm busy, but I'm only one man," said Bill League of Tanner's Service Center Inc. in Douglas. Western Auto-Marine General Manager John Weedman said he'd just come back from three marine trade shows, where the marine manufacturers were "nervous about the near term.". (Juneau Empire)
Juneau power outage caused by high winds Oct 24, 2008
Alaska Electric Light & Power Co. Vice President Scott Willis said about 4,000 customers, in downtown Juneau and Douglas Island, were affected for 30 minutes, starting at about 2 p.m.. The Juneau area experienced winds of between 50 and 60 miles per hour Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service. (Juneau Empire)
Harrowing hours after fishing vessel rolled Oct 24, 2008
"It was the most difficult flying in my career, hands down," said helicopter pilot Lt. Douglas Doll. The Katmai had at least two life rafts, but Coast Guard officials are still trying to determine how they were deployed as the ship foundered and sank. (Seattle Times)
• Events calendar Oct 24, 2008
Company of Fools presents Douglas Jones' and Ron Barnett's musical "Jack and the Beanstalk" at 7 p.m. at Liberty Theatre ... Company of Fools presents Douglas Jones' and Ron Barnett's musical "Jack and the Beanstalk" at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. at Liberty Theatre ... Company of Fools presents Douglas Jones' and Ron Barnett's musical "Jack and the Beanstalk" at 3 p.m. at Liberty Theatre. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
McCain: 'Innuendo, half-truths ... lies' Oct 23, 2008
Douglas wrote on Oct 22, 2008 12:39 PM:" TERRY, you've simply barked some crap to run down the ticket you don't support. I could puke up some garbage about Obama and Biden too. BUT, I never lie about your favorite son. I express my disdain for you lefties but I don't make stuff up, never did, never will. ". Mattb wrote on Oct 22, 2008 12:23 PM:" Flim Flam, do business's pay taxes? Seriously, do business's pay taxes?Speaking directly to whether 95% will not be taxed under Obama, what do you think... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Your Opinion Opinion overlooks Obama associates Oct 23, 2008
" Byron W. wrote on Oct 22, 2008 6:38 PM:" douglas12 wrote "Biden's comment was taken a little out of context" ... " douglas12 wrote on Oct 22, 2008 2:17 PM:" I agree with you that I would also like to get some insight into whom some of those appointments would be or at least a leak to the media or something about who's on the short list for them ... " naturally wrote on Oct 22, 2008 1:32 PM:" douglas - I understand you wanting to move into the here and now. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
'I feel like we got a righteous wind at our backs'... Oct 23, 2008
Power, pop, and probings from ABC News Senior National Correspondent Jake Tapper. is ABC News' Senior National Correspondent based in the network's Washington bureau. (The Drudge Report)
Tough fight for Senate GOP boss Oct 22, 2008
Rachel Maddow breaks down the newest numbers with former Gov. Douglas Wilder, (D) Virginia, who is now the Mayor of Richmond. The candidates in pictures. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
Adopt-A-Highway sign draws ire Oct 22, 2008
At first glance it appears to be an average Adopt-A-Highway sign, but if you take a deeper look at the "Men's Crisis Center" sign on North Douglas Highway you will see a social club's idea of a joke that local women's organizations say is offensive and demeaning to women ... Misleading message: A sign for the Men's Crisis Center is posted along the North Douglas Highway as part of the Adopt-A-Highway litter control program ... At first glance it appears to be an average Adopt-A-Highway sign, but... (Juneau Empire)
A year later, Weyhrauch awaits trial Oct 22, 2008
His attorney, Douglas Pope of Anchorage, who has been battling with federal prosecutors over the last year, said it is looking increasingly likely that a federal appeals courts may side with Weyhrauch. The effort by the U.S. Department of Justice to keep the case alive has even involved U.S. Attorney General Michael Mukasey. (Juneau Empire)
Palin in the biggest little city: News 4 has exclusive 1-on-1 Oct 22, 2008
Douglas County Republican Party1516 Hwy #395 Suite G,Gardnerville, NV 89460. Lyon County Republican Party460 West Main St., Suite 101Fernley, NV 89409. (KRNV.com, NV)
Obama: The potential for harm Oct 19, 2008
Douglas wrote on Oct 17, 2008 1:00 PM:" RIGHT ON GEORGE !NOBAMA 08. ". Dano wrote on Oct 17, 2008 12:10 PM:" If he gets elected?? I think you can put a nail in that coffin. McCain is done.Why dont you check out his plan and I think you will find the solutions and answers your looking for. You can see it on Dish network, or other cable channels and his web site. I have yet to see a McCain plan. Just lots of name calling, distractions and promises he can/would never back up.If you want 8 more... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Dems practice double standard Oct 17, 2008
OBAMA/BIDEN 2008OBAMA/BIDEN 2012 " Douglas wrote on Oct 16, 2008 12:50 PM:" You lefties are a really bad joke. " Xman wrote on Oct 16, 2008 11:33 AM:" I agree with Wesley. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Reveling in reptiles Oct 17, 2008
Nature enthusiasts of all ages will get that chance on Sunday, Oct. 19, when nationally known naturalist Scott Shupe presents a 45-minute program at the Douglas library beginning at 3 p.m. titled "The World of Reptiles." Shupe has spent the last couple of months crisscrossing Alaska, visiting schools and libraries with a motley group of reptiles that will get to spend several days in the capital city ... Nature enthusiasts of all ages will get that chance on Sunday, Oct. 19, when nationally... (Juneau Empire)
Typically Republican Nebraska can split up its electoral votes Oct 17, 2008
Democrats are still outnumbered by Republicans but have narrowed the gap in voter registration from 12,497 to 4,105 in Douglas County, which makes up most of the 2nd District. "When they started looking at where to play," Berge says of the Obama campaign, "this was one of those places.". (USA Today)
WYOMING: Energy-rich area GOP friendly Oct 17, 2008
"Not thrilled with McCain": Josh Swan, 25, raised in Douglas, Wyo. says his priorities and mind-set line up with the Republican ticket. (USA Today)
Soldotna brings 28-game streak seeking third championship Oct 16, 2008
" Asked if the Stars could compete against powerhouse schools like Juneau- Douglas, Service and South, he answered without hesitation. "Of course," he said. "Absolutely. " Though Griglione is just a cog in the wheel of Soldotna's variety of sleight-of-hand fakes and misdirection plays, Brantley said Griglione plays a huge role in the Stars' streak. "He's one of those gone-in-60 seconds guys," Brantley said. Griglione, who moved back to running back this season, is 31 yards from breaking Garrett... (Anchorage Daily News)
Obama would destroy economy, Lingle says Oct 16, 2008
Jim Douglas, left, of Vermont and Sonny Purdue, second from right, of Georgia, applaud as Gov. Linda Lingle, right, introduces Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin in Minneapolis. inToday s Edition. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Lawsuit Against God Thrown Out Oct 16, 2008
On Tuesday, however, Douglas County District Court Judge Marlon Polk ruled that under state law a plaintiff must have access to the defendant for a lawsuit to move forward. "Given that this court finds that there can never be service effectuated on the named defendant this action will be dismissed with prejudice," Polk wrote. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Parents struggle to pay child care bills Oct 15, 2008
Child care struggle: Joleen Langel plays with her 2-year-old son, Jesse, at a park in Douglas. Tuesday, October 14, 2008. (Juneau Empire)
McCain's optimism bucks pundits, polls Oct 15, 2008
I have no comment on anything, to anybody, said McCain economic adviser Douglas Holtz-Eakin. (). (Globe and Mail)
