Good morning, Anchorage.

Parking near the Anchorage airport terminal remains tight as the garage with over 1,000 spaces is nearly full, forcing drivers to park farther away & search for available spots.

Scuba divers and onshore volunteers will take part in the annual Whittier harbor cleanup on Saturday, with arrivals at 9:30 at the Whittier Tunnel.

The event, led by Dive Alaska, expects to clear up to 5,000 pounds of trash from the harbor.

The 11th Alaska Black Business Expo is held this weekend at the Anchorage Museum.

The two-day event features workshops, vendor exhibits, family-friendly activities, and a fashion show on Sunday — an effort to boost local entrepreneurship and celebrate Black History Month.

A report from the Alaska Department of Labor shows that nearly 23% of nonfederal jobs were held by nonresidents in 2024, with sectors like seafood processing relying on seasonal workers (data from unemployment filings).

The findings reflect a growing trend amid a shrinking local workforce.

The Anchorage School Board will hold a special meeting Monday, Feb.

9 at 6 p.m. at the ASD Education Center to address a $90M budget deficit that could lead to cuts in academic programs, student services and sports — officials are seeking cost-saving measures and invite public comment.

In May 2025, Alaska Department of Fish and Game biologist Jordan Pruszenski measured a grizzly bear on the North Slope while attaching a GPS collar with a video camera to study barren-ground grizzlies north of the Brooks Range (she worked with a Washington State University student to improve population estimates).

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is evaluating a lease sale for seabed mineral development in federal offshore waters — public comments are accepted until March 2 to help decide if the proposal should move ahead.

BLM announced an upcoming oil and gas lease sale in the National Petroleum Reserve that will offer 5.5 million acres for exploration — bids open on March 9.

The sale is part of a series planned under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to boost energy development in Arctic Alaska.

Alaska Regional Hospital donated $25,000 to the YMCA along Lake Otis Parkway Friday + the donation will expand heart-health programs and train staff for blood pressure screenings during Heart Month.

Eight US cross-country skiers with Alaska ties will compete in Italy after the upcoming torch lighting for the Winter Olympics.

Anchorage native Gus Schumacher, who trains at Kincaid Park, stands out among his peers (including Hailey Swirbul and Rosie Fordham) as the team gears up for the races.

22nd Annual All Alaska Roundup

2 PM – 12 PM — Hilton Anchorage — Check event page for registration fees — An annual recovery event fostering community support and connection in Anchorage.

2026 ASBJJF Adult and Masters GI Championship

9:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Avis Alaska Sports Complex — Registration fees applicable — Experience the thrilling competition of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Alaska.

Mushing Dogs to the Top of Denali: The 1979 Expedition

6-7 p.m. — Anchorage Museum — Free entry — Experience the thrilling story of the first ascent of Denali through the eyes of expedition members and author Nan Elliot.

Alaska Fighting Championship 173

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Sullivan Arena — Tickets available — Experience a night of thrilling mixed martial arts action in Anchorage.

25th Annual Guns N Hoses Charity Hockey Game

3:30-6:30 p.m. — Sullivan Arena — Check local listings for ticket info — A thrilling charity hockey game putting local heroes on the ice for a great cause.

Sitting Still: A Documentary on Landscape Architecture

7:30-9 p.m. — Anchorage Museum — $5 — Discover the visionary approach of landscape architect Laurie Olin in this compelling documentary screening.

You Have This Day And Maybe Another

7 p.m. — The Nave — Care-based sliding-scale tickets — Explore the thoughtful connections of care through contemporary dance performances that reflect on everyday life.

Saint Martin's Saints at Alaska Anchorage Seawolves Men's Basketball

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Alaska Airlines Center — Tickets required — Catch an exciting college basketball showdown between the Saints and Seawolves.

Artist Connect at The Nave

12-5 p.m. — The Nave — Free entry — Connect with local artists while painting plates for a charitable project.

Fairview Spring Play Program 2026

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Fairview Community Recreation Center — Check website for cost — A fun-filled mini camp with games, STEAM projects, and field trips for kids.