Good morning, Anchorage.

Winter weather disrupted Anchorage roads yesterday, causing hazardous travel conditions and triggering multiple emergency responses amid four active alerts + officials urging drivers to stay cautious.

On Friday, oil executives Jeff Hildebrand & Bill Armstrong announced plans to expand operations into Venezuela's oil sector, saying they are ready to rebuild infrastructure there after recent government actions.

Their move may increase competition with Alaska's existing petroleum investments.

Anchorage schools will increase class sizes next school year due to an $83 million budget gap and limited state funding (teachers and parents worry that larger classes will compromise individual student support).

Anchorage counters faced fierce winds on Dec.

14 as 141 participants recorded 41 species and 13,225 birds in the local Christmas Bird Count; the tally set records for 90 bald eagles + a first ruffed grouse sighting, underscoring the event’s conservation value.

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.

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.

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.