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Anchorage
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Construction has begun on Phase One of a new cold chain cargo campus at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport— a 29-acre project that will initially add 100,000 sqft of cold and dry storage to support cargo operations, with further phases planned to expand capacity. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ Job seekers and 30+ local employers met at Midtown Mall for a career fair hosted by Denali Staffing Group, where quick interviews and networking took place. Organizers announced another fair for August to offer additional opportunities. Your Alaska Link
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Private schools across Alaska formed a statewide coalition led by Dr. Jessica Parker of Mountain City Christian Academy in Anchorage. The 33-campus group meets monthly via Zoom and sends a representative to Juneau each year to discuss challenges and a potential federal tax credit program for student scholarships. Your Alaska Link
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal agents surrounded a Soldotna home on Feb. 17 & detained Sonia Espinoza Arriaga & her children; she & her two youngest were deported to Mexico while the 18-year-old remains in Anchorage jail, & community members plan a vigil Monday at St. John Methodist Church. Anchorage Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cory Rausch, a newly arrived trapper in Houston (Mat-Su Borough), sets up snares with his young sons as he prepares for Anchorage’s Fur Rondy auction. He checks his traps regularly and plans to serve meals from his catches. Alaska Public Media
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Cook Inlet Housing Authority will break ground this summer on a new senior housing campus near DeBarr Road in the Airport Heights area—featuring 24 mixed-income apartments and shared community spaces that address local affordability concerns. Your Alaska Link
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage women's hockey league celebrated Team USA's overtime victory on Thursday as the gold medal win inspired league president Christina Cyphers to encourage young players to embrace hockey's potential. League members (aged 18 to 70) felt the win was a reminder of what is possible in local sports. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Milli and Noob Noob, two tiny ermines at the Alaska Zoo, now serve as unofficial mascots for the 2026 Winter Olympics — a role that brings local charm and excitement ahead of the international event. Alaska's News Source
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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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