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Anchorage
Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage Assembly will review Mayor Suzanne LaFrance's 3% sales tax proposal at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Loussac Library. Small-business owners say the tax could further curb spending in a slowing market, even as expected revenue may help improve local services — including infrastructure, housing and childcare. Anchorage Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ America's new dietary guidelines were released on Jan. 7 urging everyone to eat real food by choosing whole proteins, fruits, and vegetables and avoiding highly-processed options. Alaskans continue to struggle with unhealthy eating habits and obesity, state reports show. Must Read Alaska
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wayne and Wanda, who have lived in Anchorage for four years, face a tough choice as harsh winters and isolation prompt Wanda to plan a move to the Lower 48 for family support and better mental health while Wayne worries about losing the local adventure he loves. Anchorage Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A scoreboard listing high school and college sports events was released on Jan. 10, 2026. Local athletes showed strong performances in hockey, basketball and cross country skiing races from schools across the state — reflecting a busy sports day. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Alaska’s top football prospect, Deuce Alailefaleula, committed to Boise State after an impressive season with 117 tackles and 14 sacks (he signed his letter of intent last Friday). He will join the Broncos in May, and his family as well as coaches celebrated his milestone. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ South High hosted the inaugural Amelia Nowak Memorial Tournament on Jan. 8 to honor the memory of the late basketball star and 2022 graduate whose passion for the game lives on. Five varsity teams and three junior varsity squads competed as organizers plan to grow the event (in the future). Anchorage Daily News
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Jason Russell at Koot's
8-11:59 p.m. — Chilkoot Charlie's — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a high-energy, family-friendly comedy show from the dynamic Jason Russell.
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Candlelight Concert: Rings and Dragons
6:30-7:29 p.m. — 49th State Brewing — $27.65 — Experience an enchanting musical journey with a tribute to fantasy themes by candlelight.
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2026 Alaska Forum Conference
8 AM – 5 PM — Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center — Open to attendees — Expanding opportunities with the inaugural Alaska Forum Career & Craft Fair.
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