Good Day
Anchorage
Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Henning Inc. expands its Rocket Fuel program to feed over 300 students in Title One schools in Anchorage with meals for weekends, significantly impacting their attitudes and performance at school. Your Alaska Link
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen fire units responded to a mobile home fire in East Anchorage's Malaspina Trailer Park, quickly containing the blaze with no injuries reported. Alaska's News Source
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service has updated its extreme cold weather advisories and warnings to be region-specific rather than statewide and no longer requires wind chill, aiming to more accurately reflect the risks to communities in Alaska. KBRW
- ➤ Anchorage officials are conducting an online survey to evaluate storm damage for potential recovery support and future preparedness. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Incoming Anchorage Representative Ky Holland, with a history of supporting over 70 start-ups in Alaska, introduces legislation to foster economic development through the creation of the Office of Entrepreneurship and the Alaska Innovation Council. The Alaska Current
- ➤ Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance proposes a $2.9 million bond for safety improvements in Town Square Park to make it safer and more inviting, aiming for the bond to be on the April municipal election ballot. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Dave Bronson, with over 40 years of aviation and governmental leadership experience, has been appointed as the new manager of Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Alaska's News Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An unvaccinated Alaskan resident contracted measles overseas and is currently isolated in a hospital in Anchorage, prompting a public health alert and contact tracing efforts. Anchorage Daily News
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Alaska Sunday Meditation Classes at Namaste North
These Sunday classes offer meditation practices along with discussions on Buddhist wisdom for both beginners and experienced meditators in a tranquil yoga studio setting.
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Frosty Bottom Winter Bike Endurance Event
The Frosty Bottom features long and short course options for winter biking along the scenic multi-use trails in Anchorage.
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Free Avalanche Rescue Workshop at Glen Alps
This community-focused workshop provides winter backcountry travelers with an opportunity to learn and practice avalanche rescue skills, suitable for all experience levels.
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Yarnslingers: A Storytelling Event by 49 Writers and Anchorage Concert Association
An intimate evening of storytelling themed around 'Winter's Dark', featuring community contributions in a cozy venue.
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Swollen Members Concert
Swollen Members will perform live at Williwaw Social in Anchorage.
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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Tour
Engage in a guided exploration of Alaska's native wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, including a hike to Byron Glacier and opportunities to see various native animals.
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Alaska Meditation Classes at Namaste North Yoga
These Sunday classes offer guided meditation and discussions on Buddhist wisdom for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
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Alaska Forum on the Environment 2025
The Alaska Forum on the Environment is a premier hybrid environmental conference taking place at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center in Anchorage, featuring a range of topics and discussions relevant to Alaskan environmental issues.
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Real Estate Investing & Entrepreneurship Workshop
This workshop focuses on various strategies for earning income and building wealth through real estate investing, while fostering financial independence and networking opportunities.
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24th Annual Guns N Hoses Charity Hockey Game
This charity hockey game brings together local heroes for a fun and competitive event in support of community initiatives.
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~ Alfred Montapert
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