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            The Alaska Marine Highway's ferry Tustumena has connected remote villages with the rest of the state since 1964. Its southwestern route runs from Kodiak to Dutch Harbor and provides the most affordable form of transportation within the region. 

            But as Anne Hillman found out, it's more than just a cheap ride, it's a community builder.