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Police blotter for Tuesday, May 4, 2021

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. Assault At 5:48 p.m. on Friday, a 56-year-old man… Continue reading

(Peter Segall / Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Let’s continue the clean-energy conversation

We strongly agree that our energy security and delivering clean, low-cost power is a public interest

(Peter Segall / Juneau Empire File)
Dinner - Fiddlehead ferns, dandelion greens, fireweed greens, fireweed stalks, beach lovage, broccoli, bacon, onions, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
Dinner - Fiddlehead ferns, dandelion greens, fireweed greens, fireweed stalks, beach lovage, broccoli, bacon, onions, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
The MV Matanuska awaits repairs at the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal on Thursday as lawmakers at the state Capitol debated whether the Alaska Marine Highway System was actually a highway. A bill that would shape long-term planning for the system passed out of committee. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)

Opinion: The feigning champions of the ferry system

Token improvements aren’t anything to brag about.

The MV Matanuska awaits repairs at the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal on Thursday as lawmakers at the state Capitol debated whether the Alaska Marine Highway System was actually a highway. A bill that would shape long-term planning for the system passed out of committee. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)
This undated electron microscope image made available by the U.S. National Institutes of Health in February 2020 shows the Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, yellow, emerging from the surface of cells, blue/pink, cultured in the lab. Also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus causes COVID-19. A medical director at the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control says the numbers of active COVID-19 cases that are variants of concern are higher than what has been publicly reported in the province. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-NIAID-RML via AP

COVID at a glance for Friday, April 30

The most recent state and local figures.

This undated electron microscope image made available by the U.S. National Institutes of Health in February 2020 shows the Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, yellow, emerging from the surface of cells, blue/pink, cultured in the lab. Also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus causes COVID-19. A medical director at the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control says the numbers of active COVID-19 cases that are variants of concern are higher than what has been publicly reported in the province. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-NIAID-RML via AP
Gov. Mike Dunleavy (center) signs a proclamation ending the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration in the Alaska State Capitol on April 30, 2021. Dunleavy was joined by House Minority Leader Rep. Cathy Tilton, R-Wasilla (left) DHSS Commissioner Adam Crum(right), and Senate President Peter Micciche, R-Soldotna(far right). (Courtesy Photo / Office of Gov. Mike Dunleavy)

State ends COVID-19 disaster status, says state in recovery

ANCHORAGE — Gov. Mike Dunleavy on Friday ended the state’s COVID-19 disaster declaration, saying the state is in such a good position he doesn’t need… Continue reading

Gov. Mike Dunleavy (center) signs a proclamation ending the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration in the Alaska State Capitol on April 30, 2021. Dunleavy was joined by House Minority Leader Rep. Cathy Tilton, R-Wasilla (left) DHSS Commissioner Adam Crum(right), and Senate President Peter Micciche, R-Soldotna(far right). (Courtesy Photo / Office of Gov. Mike Dunleavy)
It's a police car until you look closely and see the details don't quite match. (Juneau Empire File / Michael Penn)

Police calls for Friday, April 30, 2021

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

It's a police car until you look closely and see the details don't quite match. (Juneau Empire File / Michael Penn)
Yukon Flats — a portion of the Yukon River between the towns of Circle and Fort Yukon — where many whitefish spawn. (Courtesy Photo / Randy Brown)

Alaska Science Forum: The secret life of an Alaska fish

In Alaska’s infinite waters swims a handsome, silvery fish.

Yukon Flats — a portion of the Yukon River between the towns of Circle and Fort Yukon — where many whitefish spawn. (Courtesy Photo / Randy Brown)
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Opinion: Please don’t sign tourism initiatives

What will happen to our economy if we lose say $200 million in tourism spending?

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Blood Sugar Support Plus Review: Risky Side Effects or Safe?

Let’s cut right to the chase. Fluctuating blood sugar levels is not easy to live with. They can lead to unwanted health complications ranging from… Continue reading

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Best Tarot Card Reading Online Sites For Accurate Readings

Best online tarot card reading sites for free tarot readings, counting down the most accurate online tarot readings services in 2021. It is quite difficult… Continue reading

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This undated electron microscope image made available by the U.S. National Institutes of Health in February 2020 shows the Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, yellow, emerging from the surface of cells, blue/pink, cultured in the lab. Also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus causes COVID-19. A medical director at the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control says the numbers of active COVID-19 cases that are variants of concern are higher than what has been publicly reported in the province. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-NIAID-RML via AP

COVID at a glance for Thursday, April 29.

The most recent available figures.

This undated electron microscope image made available by the U.S. National Institutes of Health in February 2020 shows the Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, yellow, emerging from the surface of cells, blue/pink, cultured in the lab. Also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus causes COVID-19. A medical director at the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control says the numbers of active COVID-19 cases that are variants of concern are higher than what has been publicly reported in the province. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-NIAID-RML via AP
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Manuka Miracle Review (UpWellness) Safe Honey Balm Skincare?

Manuka Miracle is a skin-rejuvenating honey balm from UpWellness. The balm uses manuka honey and other natural ingredients to give you smooth, radiant, hydrated skin.… Continue reading

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CBD Oil for Migraines: Top Hemp Products for Migraine Relief

When it comes to pain, few things are as annoying and as painful as a migraine. Not only does it hinder our ability to think… Continue reading

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Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, center, listens as residents discuss a levee they have concerns with on Thursday, April 22, 2021, in Hyder, Alaska. Hyder was among the Southeast Alaska communities that Dunleavy visited as part of a one-day trip. (AP Photo / Becky Bohrer)
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, center, listens as residents discuss a levee they have concerns with on Thursday, April 22, 2021, in Hyder, Alaska. Hyder was among the Southeast Alaska communities that Dunleavy visited as part of a one-day trip. (AP Photo / Becky Bohrer)
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Living & Growing: Sorrow transformed

By Laura Rorem While pondering together Henri Nouwen’s words: “Out of his solitude Jesus reached out his caring hand to the people in need. In… Continue reading

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Opinion: The $162M consequences of the cruise ship petitions

The initiatives would permanently extend the crushing economic consequences wrought by the pandemic.

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Free Psychic Reading Online: Best Psychics Can Help With Questions About Love, Career and Life

A guide to online psychic reading, counting down the best free psychic readings services for accurate tarot readings, psychic mediums, future telling, love readings, palm… Continue reading

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(Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: By-mail election decision needs public input

That seems like an important discussion to me.

(Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire File)
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Neuropathy No More Reviews (Blue Heron Health News) Legit or Not?

Neuropathy No More is an online program that shows users how to heal their body of this painful condition without taking medications or spending each… Continue reading

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