Good morning, Anchorage.

49th State Brewing Company in Anchorage is hosting Alaska’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration today — live Celtic fiddle by Andrea Childers and hourly pot of gold giveaways set the stage for festive music and Irish food specials through Tuesday.

Gwich’in musher Jessie Holmes is sharing her culture along the Iditarod trail today with strong local community support.

She reached the Yukon River and received a gourmet meal (smoked salmon crostini and beef bourguignon) as a proud tribute to her heritage.

Sen. Murkowski introduced legislation on Friday to exempt public school districts from a new $100,000 fee on H1-B visas used to fill teaching gaps, as many districts face staffing shortages (Anchorage schools include 66 H1-B educators).

The measure seeks to relieve financial strains and maintain classroom stability.

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said during a news conference at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport that federal officials are evaluating investment in the Ambler Access Project — a planned 211-mile industrial road to unlock mining in a remote district.

Funding talks are ongoing and may speed up the development process.

Hilltop Ski Area hosts Methodology this Saturday, where snowboarders will challenge themselves on a slalom course as proceeds benefit Boarding for Breast Cancer.

Local gardening advice urges Anchorage residents who purchase bare root roses to pot them indoors with damp newspaper wrap (temperatures 35 to 45 degrees) until outdoor planting in mid-April.

Gardeners can swap seeds and supplies at the Seed and Garden Exchange on March 22 at Alaska Botanical Garden.

Anchorage grad Brandon Pili signed a $2M deal with the Seahawks and will stay with the team he won a championship with last month.

Jessie Holmes reached the Yukon River checkpoint at Ruby before 5 a.m. Friday, earning the First Musher to the Yukon Award with a gourmet meal he shared with a local volunteer.

He held his lead in the Iditarod race as teams headed toward Galena.

The Sand Point girls basketball team played in the state tournament at Alaska Airlines Center honoring teammate Kaipo Kaminanga who drowned two weeks ago—winning at regionals and rallying strong community support before their elimination on Friday.

Brandon Pili, an Anchorage native and Dimond High School grad, signed a $2M deal to remain with the Seahawks after winning a championship last month.

The UAA men’s basketball team lost to CSU-Dominguez Hills 69-58 in the NCAA DII quarterfinals on Friday, March 13.

They held a 53-52 lead until four minutes remained when CSU-Dominguez Hills outscored them 17-5 down the stretch.

Yukon River Science Symposium

All day — Denali Tower North — Free entry — Explore the latest research and developments concerning the Yukon River ecosystem.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Grade Checking IV - GPS Training

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Alaska Laborers Training School — Pre-requisite required — Engage in hands-on GPS training for grade checkers in Alaska.

Hidden Valley Hustlers Comedy Show

6-8 p.m. — Chilkoot Charlie's — Admission varies — Enjoy an evening of standup comedy featuring local talent from Hidden Valley.

Bear Grillz Live in Alaska

10:30 PM – 2:30 AM — Williwaw Social — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying night with Bear Grillz in Anchorage.

Alaska SHRM Conference

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hotel Captain Cook — $369 – $849 — Connect with HR professionals, enhance skills, and gain new insight at this annual conference.

Spaffdaddy Live Performance

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Peanut Farm — Ticket info TBA — Experience the energetic performances of Spaffdaddy, a local talent with Alaskan roots.