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Anchorage
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Clara Baldwin is the first profoundly deaf Fur Rondy Queen today, and her crowning has prompted the festival to add American Sign Language interpreter services costing nearly $15,000 with over $12,000 raised so far. Your Alaska Link
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteors lit up the winter night across Alaska and sparked local interest as residents shared videos of the bright display. Anchorage watchers are encouraged to look up and enjoy the natural show as the season unfolds. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage is doubling its Healthy Spaces cleanup team by adding 10 crew members this spring to address trash buildup after winter; Mayor Suzanne LaFrance said the move uses funds from Solid Waste Services ($4 surcharge). Residents can report trash and illegal dumping online. Alaska's News Source
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Cook Inlet Housing Authority will break ground this summer on a 72-unit apartment complex for adults 55 and older in Airport Heights using relaxed zoning rules approved by the Assembly to lower costs; the first phase (24 units) is expected to finish in fall 2027. Anchorage Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After evacuating their village in October, Kwigillingok students have kept their basketball tradition alive by forming the Lady Eagles, who now play in Bethel and Anchorage. They will compete in the Coastal Conference in March + keep their community spirit strong. KBRW
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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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B4uDie Kick Off Party
7-9 p.m. — Chilkoot Charlie's — Check for admission details — Celebrate the start of Alaska's week-long comedy arts festival featuring top national comedians.
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Spring Improv Comedy Night
8-9:30 p.m. — The Nave — Mocktails available — Celebrate the return of daylight with a lively night of improv comedy and community spirit.
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Candlelight: The Soundtrack of the 60s
6:30-7:30 p.m. — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Ticket required — Experience a magical evening of The Beatles' classics performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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