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Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frequent flyers shared mixed reviews of Alaska Airlines’ revamped Atmos Rewards program during a Juneau trip. The program now awards points instead of miles and raises the threshold for titanium status, introducing a new Summit card (offering extra bonus points) with changes set to take effect in April. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ An Anchorage florist received 600 bouquet orders in one week as Valentine’s Day tested its seasonal strength, and the business is preparing to meet high local demand (a critical period for small retailers). Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lisa Weissler’s new book Capitol Crude reviews decades of oil industry influence on local politics, recounting how early oil discoveries sparked tax debates and how the move toward ranked choice voting now aims to lessen Big Oil's sway in government. Anchorage Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Wasilla High School are training as firefighters with rigorous hands-on exercises at Central Mat-Su Fire Department Station 6-2. The unique two-year fire science course prepares juniors and seniors for firefighting careers across the Mat-Su Borough with live drills and classroom learning. Anchorage Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gus Schumacher, Anchorage’s cross-country skier, had a challenging Olympic start with a crash on Feb. 13 in Tesero — yet he remains determined to improve as he prepares for upcoming races. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Officials changed the Yukon Quest Alaska 750 course to bypass Tanana amid rough trail conditions, and defending champion Jeff Deeter scratched after marker shortages and illness, letting frontrunner Josi Shelley pull ahead as the race continues while Fairbanks musher Jonah Bacon holds second place. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ Yesterday, the U.S. hockey team rallied to defeat Denmark 6–3 at the Olympics in Milan, with key goals from Jack Eichel and Brady Tkachuk and support from Noah Hanifin, even after Anchorage native Jeremy Swayman allowed an early long-range shot. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Day one of the 42nd Iron Dog Snow Machine Race began Saturday on Big Lake with 30 teams setting off on the 2,300-mile course to Fairbanks; many riders plan to reach McGrath for a rest. Four-time champion Todd Palin (in his 30th run) wished racers safe travels. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Players from rural communities joined a combined girls hockey team (Kodiak, Tok) for the state tournament at Ben Boeke Ice Arena as they lost 8 to 0 to the team from Chugiak and Eagle River on Feb. 12; coaches say the tough game forged new connections to build their game for the next match. Anchorage Daily News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Artist Connect at The Nave
12-5 p.m. — The Nave — Free entry — Connect with local artists while painting plates for a charitable project.
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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.
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Mariculture Nerd Night: Talks, Tastings & Shell Painting
6-8 p.m. — 49th State Brewing — Free entry — Dive into mariculture with engaging talks, tasty samples, and a little shell painting fun.
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Yukon River Science Symposium
All day — Denali Tower North — Free entry — Explore the latest research and developments concerning the Yukon River ecosystem.
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