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Anchorage
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A recent poll shows 92% of tribal adults in Kipnuk want to relocate after recurring disasters like former Typhoon Halong, as flood risk remains high. Village leaders will hold a community meeting to discuss safe new land options + the next steps. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Downtown Hope Center plans to buy Plaza 201—located across the street from its shelter and soup kitchen—to expand its vocational training for those overcoming homelessness or incarceration. A donor has offered a matching donation up to $1 million, and the building is listed at $2.35 million. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Jersey Mike’s on 88th Avenue in South Anchorage donated 100% of its sales on Wednesday, March 25, to Special Olympics Alaska — the funds will cover travel, lodging, and meals for 27 athletes heading to the USA Games in Minnesota on June 20. Your Alaska Link
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One person died over the weekend when a skier triggered an avalanche near Haines Pass (close to the Canadian border), and rescuers helped the group while forecasters warn that unstable snow conditions persist in areas like Girdwood and Turnagain Pass. Alaska Public Media
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 35 companies set up booths Tuesday at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to hire workers for the summer tourism season. Attendees explored job opportunities with a streamlined digital process using QR codes & attracting younger applicants. Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alaska author Ch’igiioonta She Holds a Child released a book that explores the displacement of the Nendaaghe Dena people by telling family stories, mapping precolonial ties, and detailing cultural shifts in the Western Brooks Range area. Alaska Beacon
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Mar. 25, a federal appeals court reinstated nearly 160 million acres of critical habitat for ringed and bearded seals along Alaska’s northern coast, upholding the 2022 decision by NOAA (National Marine Fisheries Service) despite state objections over oil development. Alaska Beacon
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Alaska received $145 million from the federal government to boost aviation safety. The funding from the FAA Reauthorization Act and the Working Families Tax Cuts Act was used for weather infrastructure and new observing systems to reduce accident rates. Must Read Alaska
- ➤ The Alaska DOT is piloting new infrasound and sensor+drone technology along Seward Highway near Bird Point and on Thane Road to detect avalanches and reduce dangerous road closures. The project, funded by a $1.1M federal grant, will improve safety for drivers and crews during heavy snowfall. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Anchorage Assembly approved the $604.5 million school district budget on Tuesday with a 7 to 5 vote that includes closing three elementary schools—among them Campbell STEM—as part of a cost-saving measure. Local community members voiced opposition to the closures and program cuts. Anchorage Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will launch a new digital health record system at the Alaska VA Healthcare System on Oct. 24 in Anchorage, making it easier for providers to access veteran records. VA staff are beginning 40-hour training sessions now as the rollout continues nationwide & additional sites are scheduled through 2030. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Alaskan players helped the Colorado Mesa Mavericks reach the Division II national semifinals in college women's basketball on March 24. This first-ever milestone highlights local talent advancing on a national stage. Alaska's News Source
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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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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.
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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.
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Bear Grillz Live in Alaska
10:30 PM – 2:30 AM — Williwaw Social — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying night with Bear Grillz in Anchorage.
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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.
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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.
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Superhero Showdown
2-5 p.m. — Chuck Albrecht Softball Complex — Check website for cost — Put on your super suit for an exciting afternoon run or walk followed by a BBQ.
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Easy Hikes at Ruth Arcand Park
10 AM – 12 PM — Ruth Arcand Park — Free entry — Enjoy easy to intermediate hikes and the stunning beauty of Alaska's outdoors.
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2026 Alaska Emergency Nurses Association Conference
8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — BP Energy Center — $25 – $325 — Discover current topics in emergency nursing while earning credits and networking with colleagues.
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