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Anchorage
Friday, February 14th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 28-year-old man was convicted in Anchorage for the murder of an apartment manager following an eviction dispute in 2023. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alaska's ferry service will continue to suspend its popular cross-gulf sailings due to a 24% staffing vacancy, impacting revenue and the system's ability to return to pre-pandemic operation levels. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Susan Carney, newly appointed as Alaska’s chief justice, emphasizes the importance of a court reflecting its community amidst becoming the head of the state's first majority-female Supreme Court. Alaska Beacon
- ➤ Anchorage Assembly to vote on a finalized proposal for a 3% sales tax intended to reduce property taxes and fund city projects, requiring a two-thirds majority for a September special election. Anchorage Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 41st Iron Dog race in Alaska introduces a competitive lineup of 30 teams featuring former champions and new dynamics, including a husband-wife team and a father-daughter duo, as they prepare for the world's toughest snowmachine competition. Alaska's News Source
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Double Vision: A Night of Duality at Koot's Ice Bar
Experience an electrifying night of music with back-to-back sets from acclaimed duos, accompanied by hypnotic visuals in a unique ice bar setting.
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Alaska Sunday Meditation Classes at Namaste North
Participate in guided meditation sessions focusing on Buddhist wisdom in a serene yoga studio setting.
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Fireside Chat on Permafrost Changes
The event will focus on the transformation of the Arctic tundra over the past 75 years, highlighting the unique cultural and ecological aspects of Alaska.
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Alaska Design & Adaptation Collections Tour
The Anchorage Museum offers a guided tour focusing on the design and craftsmanship of Alaskan objects and artworks, accompanied by insights from local conservation experts.
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Alaska Outdoor and Environmental Education Symposium 2025
The symposium focuses on outdoor and environmental education for youth in Alaska, hosted by the Alaska Natural Resource and Outdoor Education Association and the Arctic Research Consortium of the U.S.
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The Queen's Cartoonists: Animated Music Experience
The Queen’s Cartoonists perform music from classic and contemporary animations while synchronizing their performance with video projections of the original films.
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2025 Western Regional IDeA Conference in Anchorage, Alaska
The Western Regional IDeA Conference brings together biomedical scientists to share recent research findings and foster collaborations among participants from the IDeA Western Region.
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Alabama Story Live Concert
Alabama Story will perform live at the Anchorage Community Theatre, offering an inspiring musical experience.
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Alabama Story Concert at Anchorage Community Theatre
Alabama Story will perform live at Anchorage Community Theatre, offering an evening of inspirational music.
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Chugach Hike and Alyeska Nordic Spa Experience
This event offers a scenic 3-mile hike through the Chugach mountains followed by relaxation at Alyeska Nordic Spa, featuring hydrotherapy and opportunities to see local wildlife.
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