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Anchorage
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 16, the Alaska Air National Guard rescued an injured cross-country skier near Girdwood using a night-vision helicopter to transport the skier to Providence Alaska Medical Center. Your Alaska Link
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fred Meyer’s Northern Lights store in Anchorage won the 2025 Golden Carrot award for its Alaska Grown displays and local support during the $5 Challenge. The award ceremony is set for Friday, Feb. 20 at 12 p.m. at the store. Your Alaska Link
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 200 students, families and educators packed a meeting to oppose proposals to close Fire Lake and Lake Otis elementary and cut programs while Campbell STEM is under review — the board kept Fire Lake and Lake Otis open for fall and will decide Tuesday, Feb. 24. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ Campbell STEM Elementary, Alaska’s first school focused on STEM education, is on a possible closure list after maintenance issues led the Anchorage School District to include it with little advance notice; parents mobilized quickly and the board will decide on Feb. 24 (special meeting planned). Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gus Schumacher—a 25-year-old local cross-country skier—earned a silver medal in the team sprint at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games Wednesday. He raced with teammate Ben Ogden and celebrated with family and coach Erik Flora. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ Anchorage’s Gus Schumacher earned silver for the U.S. in the men's team sprint free at Tesero, Italy on Wednesday, Feb. 18. His team finished 1.4 seconds behind Norway’s record-setting duo led by Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo. Anchorage Daily News
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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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Katherine Blanford Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Bear Tooth Theatrepub — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious antics of comedian Katherine Blanford, who's won hearts with her charming and energetic performances.
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