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Anchorage
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Grant Akaran, 31, from Pilot Station was rescued on Feb. 16 at around 12:30 p.m. by the Alaska Army National Guard after he went missing with minor injuries in deep snow near St. Mary’s; he had left on Feb. 14 while hunting for moose sheds along the Chuilnak River. Your Alaska Link
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage School District is proposing to close three schools; O'Malley Elementary and Government Hill Elementary will become alternative language immersion schools (French and Spanish) as part of the plan, with changes still under review. Alaska's News Source
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report shows 2025 ranked as one of the warmest years on record – local experts warn that future storms could grow more intense as conditions warm. Researchers are continuing to study these trends to help Anchorage residents stay prepared. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal fishery managers approved mandatory limits on pollock chum salmon bycatch during a 10-day meeting in Anchorage that drew intense public testimony. The new cap of 45,000 fish will take effect in 2028 to balance conservation of Western Alaska salmon with sustainable fishing practices. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Mayor LaFrance’s administration plans to convert the old Nordstrom building into housing and retail space after the Assembly reviews a property transfer ordinance today, allowing the Anchorage Community Development Authority to soon solicit proposals to redevelop the 80,000 sqft building. Anchorage Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Anna dolls are offering comfort to girls in Nightmute, easing trauma from last fall’s typhoon with therapeutic play sets and language-building sessions every Friday. This Friday, 30 more dolls will ship to Western Alaska communities + the dolls are thoughtfully personalized as Angela Tilsher leads the ongoing effort from Florida. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bethel’s former champion Pete Kaiser is returning to the Iditarod for his 16th attempt, joining 37 mushers in the 1,000-mile race, which begins March 7 with a ceremonial start from downtown Anchorage — he returned after skipping 2025. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Fairbanks musher Josi Shelley won her first Yukon Quest Alaska by finishing at 8:11 p.m. Monday in a 750-mile race completed in 9 days, 9 hours and 11 minutes. Her win followed a second-place finish last year along the challenging route in Golden Heart City. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ The South Anchorage Wolverines capped an unbeaten season by winning a 1-0 state championship when Oliver Zuber scored the game-winning goal and Jaeger Huelskoetter saved 22 shots to shut out the West Valley Wolfpack. The team celebrated the trophy with a water shower and strong camaraderie. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Musher Josi Shelley finished the Yukon Quest at Pike's Waterfront Lodge Monday after a week on the trail — while the 42nd Iron Dog race continues with teams racing from Big Lake toward Nome and then to Fairbanks after covering over 800 miles by Monday afternoon. Your Alaska Link
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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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