Good Day
Anchorage
Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Alaska Anchorage emphasizes its critical role as a dual-mission institution in providing flexible education pathways to meet Alaska's evolving workforce needs, with an upcoming forum on February 28 to discuss accreditation and the university's future. Alaska Beacon
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alaska Supreme Court ruled that residents who enjoy wildlife viewing can sue the state over predator-control programs that may endanger bears, reviving a previously dismissed lawsuit. Alaska Beacon
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Providence plans to sell its three assisted living and skilled nursing facilities in Anchorage, Alaska to the Ensign Group, aiming to ensure continued access to care amidst national challenges in the sector. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race start location was changed from Willow to Fairbanks due to insufficient snow cover, marking the fourth such relocation in its history for safety reasons. Alaska Public Media
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Alabama Story Live Concert
Alabama Story will perform live at the Anchorage Community Theatre, offering an inspiring musical experience.
-
Alabama Story Concert at Anchorage Community Theatre
Alabama Story will perform live at Anchorage Community Theatre, offering an evening of inspirational music.
-
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.
-
Alabama Story Concert at Anchorage Community Theatre
The Alabama Story concert will feature their inspirational music at the Anchorage Community Theatre, providing an exciting live experience for fans.
-
Protecting Childhood: The Power of Women in International Development
Celebrate Women's Day with Eileen Neave Purkeypile, a Director from Children’s Emergency Relief International. She will highlight the vital role of multigenerational women in championing children’s rights as she shares her experience advocating for children across Bolivia, South Africa, and the Philippines.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Anchorage
Welcome to the Good Day Anchorage, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Anchorage, Alaska community. If you like the Good Day Anchorage, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Anchorage.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Anchorage and across Alaska. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Anchorage
A free Anchorage community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddayanchorage.com/sitemap