Good morning, Anchorage.

A 12-year-old boy fighting cancer delivered 124 Easter baskets to Providence Children’s Hospital and Alaska Native Medical Center today.

His act lifts the spirits of hospitalized children and inspires hope throughout the community.

Last week, ExxonMobil, Shell, and others spent $163 million acquiring over 1 million acres in the National Petroleum Reserve (Alaska), renewing interest in North Slope oil development.

The lease sale signals potential future jobs and increased investment despite legal challenges from conservation groups.

Anchorage’s Baha’i community shares stories of leaving Iran due to unfair treatment as Parisa Lotfi recalled her escape from Tehran + her account shows how family memories meet news of hardship abroad.

The Alaska Aviation Museum is constructing a new Alaska Airlines exhibit that will highlight the airline’s role in state aviation history — it is set to open in early May.

A rare Fairchild 71 that opened remote areas in Alaska is now being restored for display downtown — the project aims to preserve an important piece of our aviation history for local visitors.

A record lease sale in the National Petroleum Reserve saw ExxonMobil, Shell, and other companies spend millions on new land, sparking hopes for economic growth and job creation despite high costs and legal challenges (the sale hints at a new era for local energy development).

State seismologist Michael West said federal funds provided $2M to help start an earthquake early warning system, called ShakeAlert, that will alert residents in high-risk areas near Southcentral, Kodiak, Fairbanks, and Prince William Sound.

The project remains years away + depends on continued state support to expand monitoring across Alaska.

Anchorage Wolverines clinched their playoff spot on Saturday at Sullivan Arena with a 3-1 win over Wisconsin Windigo, where starting goalie Kai Weigel made 17 saves amid a strong team effort.

The win capped off a three-week homestand and energized local fans ahead of upcoming rivalry games.

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.

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.

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.

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.

ASIST Training Workshop

9 AM – 5 PM — Cook Inlet Tribal Council — Free — Learn essential skills to help save lives with suicide first-aid training.

Spring 2026 Graduation Ceremony

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Wendy Williamson Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate the achievements of Alaska Pacific University graduates at the annual graduation ceremony.

Teacher Tales: A Night of Storytelling

6-8 p.m. — Bear Tooth Theatrepub — Free entry — Experience inspiring stories from educators about courage and creativity in teaching.