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Kyle Worl gets launched into the air as he demonstrates the blanket toss at Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé before the start of the 2020 Traditional Games, March 6, 2020. The 2023 Traditional Games will take place at Thunder Mountain High School on Saturday and Sunday, April 1-2. Registration is now open. (Michael S. Lockett / Juneau Empire File)

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Traditional Games are returning to Juneau

Registration is now open and games will be livestreamed.

Sherry Patterson and her son Michael sort through the large pile of donations received on Monday as part of the Black Awareness Association of Juneau’s annual collection drive at St. Paul’s Catholic Church. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Holiday drive strives to honor King’s legacy through service

Black Awareness Association of Juneau holds MLK Day drive.

Friday night's basketball game was the second annual Take a Timeout to Talk - Suicide Prevention Awareness game. Coaches and players donned purple and Juneau School District Superintendent Bridget Weiss spoke at halftime about the importance of mental health and suicide awareness.

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JDHS hosts annual Suicide Prevention Awareness game

“The event is about encouraging teens to evaluate their lives…”

Courtesy Photo / Jonathon Turlove This 2019 photo shows Michael Orelove in Olympia, Washington, in 2019. On Jan. 3, Orelove died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 80.

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‘He really lived his life by a different set of rules’

Michael Orelove, a colorful character known for art installations, leaves lasting legacy.

Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire Lanie Downs with Cruise Lines International Association Alaska addresses the Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce along with other members of the community on cruise line projections and economic impact expected for 2023.

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Cruise ships projected to be closer to capacity this season

Last year ships were about 74% full, industry official says 90% projected for 1st quarter 2023.

Kat Moore of The Forest That Never Sleeps plays for a live audience. She’ll be joined by Seattle-based musician Ollella for new concert series Underground Connection’s first show on Friday and Saturday. (Courtesy Photo / Taylor Vidic)

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Making a new Connection: Concert series links Alaska and Lower 48 scenes

New concert series brings talent to town for two nights.

Safeway district manager Stephanie Kennedy and store director Mark Jones hand out a donation check to the Southeast Alaska Foodbank during a grand reopening ceremony on Wednesday. Foodbank manager Chris Schapp accepted the check on behalf of the foodbank. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Safeway celebrates grand reopening

Local foodbank receives donation at Wednesday ceremony.

A boat sinks at Andrews Marina inside Fisherman’s Bend on Tuesday. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Boat capsizes at Fisherman’s Bend

A 26-foot boat capsized while docked at Andrews Marina inside Fisherman’s Bend on Tuesday. Based on information received…

A donor gives blood at the Blood Bank of Alaska’s Juneau center. The BBA recently issued a news release asking for donations to coincide with National Blood Donor Month.(Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

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‘There is an urgency’: Blood Bank of Alaska puts out call for donors

The request comes amid National Blood Donor Month.

Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire CCFR and JPD respond to a crash on Thursday afternoon involving three different cars at the intersection of Vanderbilt and Egan Drive.

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Driver cited after 3-car crash at Vanderbilt and Egan Drive

CCFR reported only minor injuries.

JDHS senior guard Joseph Aline takes the ball down court during one of two games against Service High School this week. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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JDHS boys win one of two games against Service

Wednesday was recognized as Military Appreciation Night.

Courtesy Photo / Bartlett Regional Hospital Hannah and Adam Weed with their daughter and newborn son Ethan on Tuesday at Bartlett Regional Hospital.

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Rock-a-boat baby: Hospital welcomes 1st baby of 2023 with a special gift

Bartlett Hospital welcomes 1st baby of 2023 with special gift.

Takin’ Care of Bluegrass, seen here at Sandbar, consists of Jeremy Kane on banjo, Josh Fortenbery on guitar, Lindsay Clark on violin, James Cheng on bass and Andrew Heist on mandolin. They’re just one of five acts appearing on this month’s line up for the return of Gold Street Music concerts. (Courtesy photo / Annie Bartholomew)

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Gold Street Music returns home

“We’re really excited to be back where it all started.”

Home Depot in Juneau is where 60-year-old Anthony C. Perry was arrested Monday by JPD on an outstanding felony warrant for two counts of second-degree burglary. Perry was additionally charged with violating condition of release, resisting arrest and three counts of fourth-degree assault. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Man arrested on burglary and assault charges; accused of stealing regalia

Police say additional charges followed arrest.

The Coast Guard 45-foot response boat-medium. (Juneau Empire file)

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Coast Guard rescues two people, one dog

AMHS LeConte provided assistance in rescue.

JDHS junior guard Sean Oliver scores a layup against West Valley High School on Friday during the conclusion of the Princess Cruises Capital City Classic tournament. The Crimson Bears girls team also played against Anchorage Christian School. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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Capital City Classic finales offer chance for growth, coaches say

JDHS teams fall short of tournament titles.

James Snookes plays with his son Harry in the pool at the Dimond Park Aquatic Center as part of the SAFE Child Advocacy Center’s free sponsored event Family Day at the Pool. (Jonson Kuhn / Juneau Empire)

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A resilient ripple: Pool day held to promote positive childhood experiences

SAFE Child Advocacy Center hosts family day at the pool.

Capital City Fire/Rescue (Michael S. Lockett / Juneau Empire File)

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CCFR fights fire and propane leak off Glacier Highway

No injuries reported.

Juneau Police Department responds to motor vehicle crash on Egan Drive near Fred Meyer on Monday night. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)

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Plans in place to improve site of recent crash

Only minor injuries reported.

This photo shows a high school basketball. The start of the Princess Cruises Capital City Classic has been delayed due to flight cancellations, but is scheduled to begin on Wednesday. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

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Canceled takeoffs mean delayed tipoff for Capital City Classic

Games will be played Wednesday through Friday.