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From Flood Recovery to Election Drama; Juneau's Latest
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Over the past two months, crews have cleared more than 700 tons of debris from areas affected by the Mendenhall flood. As flood-damaged debris has decreased, the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) announced that Monday, September 30, will be the final day for routine debris collection. Residents should move any remaining flood-related waste to the right-of-way for pickup and email floodresponse@juneau.gov to arrange collection before the deadline.
The House of Representatives rejected Speaker Mike Johnson’s six-month funding proposal on Wednesday, intensifying the risk of a government shutdown. The bill included a provision for voter ID requirements in national elections, which faced opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans. With the September 30 deadline approaching, negotiations between the House and Senate are crucial to avoid a shutdown beginning October 1.
Alaskans will receive $1,702 this year from the Permanent Fund dividend and a one-time energy rebate, according to the Alaska Department of Revenue. Direct deposits will begin on October 3, with paper checks arriving later in the month. The energy rebate portion will be exempt from federal taxes, while the rest of the dividend remains taxable.
A 76-year-old Alaska man, Panos Anastasiou, has been indicted on federal charges for sending more than 465 graphic threats to six U.S. Supreme Court justices. He is accused of making threats of assassination, torture, and racist and homophobic statements in retaliation for court decisions. Anastasiou faces 22 charges, including making threats against a federal judge.
Emergency road repairs on View Drive, related to recent flood damage, are set to continue through tomorrow. The work will involve removing asphalt, regrading, and paving. Local traffic will have access during grading, but the area will be closed on the day of paving. Residents in the area should prepare for potential schedule changes, as the work is weather-dependent.
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