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Anchorage
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hilltop Ski Area hosts its 5th annual Sink or Skim Pond Skim event tomorrow from 3–5 p.m. as participants ski or snowboard an 80-ft pond in costume — with an Easter Egg Bash Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. featuring 1,000 hidden eggs and golden prizes. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ Anchorage will host a celebration at Town Square Park today to honor Alaskan athletes from the Winter Olympics and Paralympics. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. and will include food, music and an Olympic parade. Your Alaska Link
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spring thaw has left roads messy with heavy snowmelt and gravel, leading to busy stops at local car washes and windshield repair shops; businesses report more customers than last season as residents cope with the weather's effect on daily routines. Your Alaska Link
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UAA student Ileina Milos, who became legally blind at age 11 due to Stargardt’s disease, writes original music and plans to record a new album in Nashville this summer—her creative work aims to inspire others. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Alaska Literary Field Guide brings together works by over 70 poets and 19 artists to highlight 93 species and Alaska's scenic life in 300+ pages (blending art, ecology and culture). The book is featured today at the Anchorage Museum at 6:30 p.m. and at the Seward Poetry Festival April 22-26. Anchorage Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Alaska will receive $22 billion in investment in energy production and storage over the next five years, boosting the grid with oil+gas, hydropower, wind and solar and creating local jobs. The funds are set to modernize the electric system for extreme weather, cyberattacks and market shocks while supporting domestic manufacturing. Alaska Beacon
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University staff voted last month to form the union CAUSE-UAW (Coalition of Alaska University Employees for Equity) and await certification on April 8. The union formation means roughly 2,300 employees will not receive a 3% raise until a contract is negotiated. KTOO
- ➤ Rilke Schule German Immersion School in Anchorage got board approval to relocate to the former Lake Otis Elementary building and will share its move timeline soon to support a growing program. Your Alaska Link
- ➤ University of Alaska staff voted on Wednesday to form the Coalition of Alaska University Staff for Equity, a union that will represent 2,300 permanent employees and community campus workers; certification is expected on Apr. 8 with bargaining to follow. Alaska Beacon
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife officials from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game warn Anchorage residents that worsening winter conditions are driving moose onto roads and trails (with reports of aggressive encounters), and advise people to keep their distance, secure pets, and avoid feeding the animals. Your Alaska Link
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage Recovery said the new tiny homes will be full by Friday (many residents are homeless women seeking addiction treatment) as part of an effort to provide support for those experiencing homelessness. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During the 2026 Iditarod, race officials awarded five mushers for sportsmanship, leadership, improvement, and animal care. Hanna Lyrek, Ryan Redington, Jessie Holmes, Paige Drobny, and Riley Dyche received the honors — emphasizing the race's focus on character and the dogs' well-being. Your Alaska Link
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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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ASIST Training Workshop
9 AM – 5 PM — Cook Inlet Tribal Council — Free — Learn essential skills to help save lives with suicide first-aid training.
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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.
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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.
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2026 Alaska Science of Reading Symposium
12 p.m.—2 p.m. — Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center — Registration required — A three-day conference empowering Alaskan educators with reading science strategies.
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