Good Day
Anchorage
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The historic Carrs-Safeway at 1340 Gambell Street in Fairview will close next month — leaving residents who rely on its grocery and pharmacy services with fewer options. The 35 employees may transfer to surrounding stores while community advocates work to counter the loss. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Anchorage resident David Jensen is building new microchip scanning stations to help reunite lost pets with their owners. The stations will be in service starting Friday—letting anyone scan for microchips—and will beep when a pet is registered. Your Alaska Link
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On March 27th, the Alaska Army National Guard airlifted an injured skier from the Tordrillo Mountains using a Black Hawk helicopter from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson at 11:20 a.m.—the team stabilized the patient with in-flight care before transporting him to Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage. Your Alaska Link
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Beloved reindeer Star, the seventh animal living at the corner of 10th Avenue and I Street, died Tuesday after suspected poisoning and repeated tampering with his enclosure—his owner Albert Whitehead said he was euthanized because his health had declined sharply. KTOO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alaska Native youth have been using traditional knowledge and modern science to protect their lands and ways of life. They are opposing projects like Ambler Road and harmful mining permits—efforts aimed at preserving subsistence hunting and fishing for future generations. Alaska Beacon
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Anchorage Assembly passed an ordinance that lets the school district spend more than its approved budget if state funding increases, following a plan to displace 185 teachers to manage a $100 million deficit. The district will reverse most cuts and lower class sizes if a $1,000 funding increase is approved by May 15 — using only extra state funds and not raising local taxes. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 2nd, the Senate Education Committee advanced a school funding bill that boosts the Base Student Allocation by $1,000, and the bill now heads to the Senate Finance Committee for review—lawmakers remain divided over its cost and impact. Some education leaders and legislators worry that without stronger funding, schools may cut staff and delay vital repairs. Anchorage Daily News
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The Ataris Live in Alaska
7-11 p.m. — Williwaw Social — $25-$35 — Experience a night of nostalgic punk rock with The Ataris and an official Emo Night after-party.
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Alaska Electronic Orchestra Concert: Bass, Saxophones, & Great Vibes!
4-5:45 p.m. — The Nave — Check website for admission — Experience an electrifying musical fusion of saxophones and bass with stunning visuals at this unique concert.
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Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show
12:00 AM — Curtis D. Menard Memorial Sports Center — Check website for ticket info — Explore outdoor vendors and discover products for your Alaskan adventures.
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Anchorage Home Show
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Alaska Airlines Center — $10 General Admission, $8 Seniors & Military, Free 17 & Under — Discover the latest in housing solutions and enjoy family activities.
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Bright Ideas
3-7 p.m. — Anchorage Community Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an engaging performance that promises to spark creativity and inspiration.
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KillBill Sax Performance
7 PM – 1 AM — Chester Park Senior Housing — Free admission — Enjoy a night of soulful saxophone melodies from local artist Bill, rooted in Anchorage's music scene.
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Free Easter Meal Giveaway
6-7 p.m. (Additional times: 3 p.m. on 4/19, 10:30 a.m. on 4/20) — Life Church Bus Ministry — Free entry — Enjoy a festive Easter meal with prizes, an egg hunt, and pizza every evening.
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Alaska Statewide Tribal Business Office Conference
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Connect and learn at this annual training in Billing & Coding.
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Bright Ideas Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Anchorage Community Theatre — Affordable tickets available — Experience the excitement of Bright Ideas in a vibrant live performance setting.
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Alaska Aviation Museum Hall of Fame Gala
6:00-10:30 p.m. — Marriott Anchorage Downtown — Tickets required — Celebrate aviation legends in Alaska with dinner, auctions, and special awards.
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