Good Day
Anchorage
Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, April 7, firefighters from southcentral earned commendations for off-duty life-saving actions when they used the PulsePoint app to respond quickly to CPR alerts and deliver care before EMS arrived. Chugiak and Girdwood firefighters showed their skill and dedication by beginning treatment promptly + their actions helped many locals recover. Your Alaska Link
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage-based directors Bradford Jackson and Steven Cornfield traveled to Los Angeles on April 7th for the 25th Annual Beverly Hills Film Festival—where their Alaskan-made films were screened along the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Alaska's News Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers held the first hearing on a house bill to teach Alaska high school students about money on Friday — some representatives supported it while others did not. The bill is designed to help students prepare for financial success when they grow up. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ The Anchorage School District and Anchorage Public Library hosted bestselling author Max Brallier at West High on April 7 and will host him at Chugiak High today and at Service High on April 9. Each presentation lasts about 45 to 50 minutes and over 900 students signed up to attend. Your Alaska Link
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting May 7, all U.S. air travelers aged 18 and older will be required to show a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative—like a passport—to board domestic flights and access federal facilities. Alaska has updated its IDs and noted that tribal-issued cards will only be accepted if they meet federal standards set by recognized tribal governments. Must Read Alaska
- ➤ USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins sent a memo that may boost timber production in the Chugach and Tongass National Forests by speeding up actions like dangerous tree removal—an effort meant to lower wildfire risk and support local jobs—and it follows calls from Gov. Mike Dunleavy for more timber production. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ State lawmakers are addressing a nearly $200 million deficit and will soon vote on budgets and education measures—steps that may unlock state savings and propose a $1,000 per student funding boost amid low oil revenue. These actions must be completed before the session adjourns in mid-May. Alaska Public Media
- ➤ Anchorage Assembly Chair Christopher Constant said at Make It Monday that the city met many key goals over the past decade and that a bid package for building a port terminal at the Don Young Port will be received today—part of a plan to modernize aging infrastructure. He added that the Assembly will work to change housing rules and find solutions to homelessness—focusing on providing more housing options for young people and cleaning up public spaces. Alaska's News Source
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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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Bright Ideas Performance
3-7 p.m. — Anchorage Community Theatre — Cheap tickets available — Experience the excitement of the live ‘Bright Ideas’ performance in Anchorage.
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The Adventures of Tortoise & Hare: The Next Generation
7:15-8:15 a.m. — Alaska Junior Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved fable in a modern setting as Tortoise and Hare navigate new challenges with their children.
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