Capital Chat

Juneau Bone and Joint Center is the largest orthopedic practice in Southeast Alaska. Dr. Hightower joins Capital Chat to discuss some of the new services being offered along with tips to stay healthy and ready to hike our amazing trails in Juneau.

At Juneau Bone & Joint Center, we provide expert orthopedic care for all of Southeast Alaska. Our board-certified physicians and dedicated care team have served the Juneau community for over 20 years, offering comprehensive services including digital MRI and X-ray, orthopedic surgery, and rehabilitation. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing back pain, or seeking advanced surgical treatment, we’re here to help you return to the activities you love. With our commitment to providing comprehensive healthcare to Southeast Alaska, JBJC is proud to be your trusted partner in orthopedic health.

Cancer Connection is a grass-roots, nonprofit organization that assists Southeast Alaskans living with cancer, their families, and support systems. Cancer Connection sponsors education programs and awareness events with the intent of prevention and early detection of cancer. Stay up to date with events happening in the Cancer Connection community.  From Board Meetings to Support Groups, to community events, you’ll find it all here. Support groups for cancer survivors are held every third Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 pm. Contact us for more information! (907)796-2273 or [email protected]

As of April 7, 2026, this episode of Capital Chat follows the continuing journey of Cade Jobsis and his family as they navigate hope, uncertainty, and cutting-edge science in the fight against a rare disease.

After a powerful, Juneau community-driven fundraising effort raised $1.15 million to cover hospital and regulatory costs, Cade was selected for a Phase 3 clinical trial in Dallas—an important and final step before potential FDA approval. Now nearly five years old, Cade is preparing to receive an experimental gene therapy known as Melpida, designed to address SPG50, a rare and progressive neurodegenerative disorder he was diagnosed with two years ago.

In this episode, Cade’s mom, Emma Jobsis, shares what the past months have looked like—from traveling between Alaska and Texas, to undergoing extensive medical screenings, to the emotional reality of waiting for treatment day.

Friends of Jensen-Olson Arboretum is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the projects and programs of the Jensen-Olson Arboretum, Southeast Alaska’s outstanding public garden and national primrose collection.

Caroline Jensen donated the historical arboretum property at 23-mile Glacier Highway to the City and Borough of Juneau. The arboretum was opened to the public in 2007 and has evolved into a garden destination and a living laboratory featuring over 1200 native and cultivated species.

The arboretum embodies Caroline’s vision of a garden that inspires learning in horticulture, natural sciences, and landscaping while preserving its beauty for aesthetic enjoyment and maintaining the historical and cultural context. Caroline’s garden is protected by a conservation easement held by the Southeast Alaska Land Trust so that her garden will remain for future generations to enjoy its beauty.

 The 2026 Juneau Travel Fair is scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM AKDT at the Mendenhall Mall. Organized by Travel Juneau, this free community event allows locals to find exclusive discounts on summer adventures, including whale watching, fishing charters, and flightseeing, while also offering opportunities to win Alaska Airlines tickets.

Chancellor Palmer joins Capital Chat to talk about Giving Day, the Honorary Degrees and Meritorious Service Award being presented this year and the Military Friendly designation the University just received. 

UAS operates from two locations in Juneau—Auke Bay and downtown Juneau.

The main UAS campus is located in Auke Bay, 12 miles from downtown Juneau. Housing, campus services, the library, and most classrooms are located in Auke Bay.

The Technical Education Center in downtown Juneau houses the UAS School of Career Educations, offering health care, construction, welding, mining, and power technology programs.

Email: [email protected]

• Call: 907-796-6100
• Toll Free: 877-465-4827

At Therapeutic Health & Home, Southeast bring expert care to you. They provide pediatric physical and occupational therapy where life happens; at home, school, and throughout the community. Their holistic services also includes pelvic floor therapy for all ages and specialized lactation support for infants.

Services

• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Lactation & Infant Feeding Therapy
• Pelvic Health Therapy
• Schools & Daycares

They empower children to reach their full potential by targeting key developmental milestones, gross motor skills, and emotional regulation within their natural environments. This mobile approach minimizes clinic anxiety and maximizes results. Beyond pediatrics, they are dedicated to restoring quality of life through pelvic health physical therapy for bladder and bowel control, and providing expert breastfeeding support to ensure a healthy start for infants and mothers.

Family Promise of Juneau walks alongside families in crisis—delivering life-saving services like homelessness prevention, shelter, and long-term stabilization. Together, we help families rebuild and thrive. The Taste of Promise event is coming up April 4th at Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall. Hosted by Family Promise of Juneau and supported by local restaurants and businesses, this event brings together the best flavors from around Juneau, with all proceeds going to support programs for families with minor children experiencing homelessness.

Get ready for a night of delicious food and drink, plus an exciting live and dessert auction, and this year, including a live band, Steady Going. Dust off your “Alaska Formal Wear” (whether it’s jeans and Xtratufs or that special dress you've been waiting to wear) and come celebrate with us. We can’t wait to enjoy this wonderful night together for a great cause.

Welcome to the story behind Ewing Dry Goods, a family-run business rooted in the rugged beauty of Juneau. In this episode, we sit down with Ashleigh & Dan Ewing, the makers behind the brand, whose handmade leather accessories and everyday carry pieces break away from the ordinary.

Drawing inspiration from North Coast Native traditions and classic American heritage style, Dan creates work that feels both timeless and distinctly personal. Each piece reflects a respect for culture, function, and individuality, built not just to last, but to stand out.

Join us as we explore the philosophy, process, and environment that shape Ewing Dry Goods, and discover how a small workshop in Southeast Alaska is making a big impression in the world of leathercraft.

The Plants Out of Place Fireside Chat" in Juneau is a community event focused on identifying and managing invasive plant species in Southeast Alaska, featuring experts from the Southeast Alaska Watershed Coalition and Tlingit & Haida. 

Event Details: The "Plants Out of Place" event is a fireside lecture scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Mendenhall Glacier Visitors Center.