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Anchorage
Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State inspectors in September 2025 noted scrubber discharge violations on Carnival cruise ships but did not receive any compliance data from the company—regulators are now negotiating a joint sampling program to better track water pollution. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ A local response team confirmed yesterday that all Doyon 26 debris was removed from the tundra — ensuring the area remains safe and clean. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson said on April 4 that planned training exercises may result in more than double the rounds fired compared to last year. Officials said the change is part of efforts to improve military readiness locally. Alaska's News Source
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage residents have new travel deals as Alaska Airlines adds daily nonstop service to Los Angeles & increases flights to Las Vegas and Phoenix starting April 25, while discounted international fares and summer cruises from Whittier offer more options amid global changes. Anchorage Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alaska's winter Olympians returned home yesterday after competing internationally, and community members now look forward to honoring their achievements. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ At Hilltop Ski Area on Saturday, 64 costumed skiers and snowboarders plunged into an icy pool during the Sink or Skim event, with one participant winning top marks for acrobatics. Hilltop will wrap its season with the Easter Egg Bash today — promising more fun on the slopes. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ On April 4, local high schools posted scores in soccer and track events with athletes achieving strong times and distances. The Kenai River Brown Bears beat the Anchorage Wolverines 4–1 in Friday NAHL hockey (play continues Saturday). Anchorage Daily News
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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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35th Annual Anchorage Salmon Run
10 a.m.–12 p.m. — Inlet View Elementary School — Cost info not provided — Participate in a unique 2 km running race in Anchorage and enjoy the local running community.
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