Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage launched Willow Commons, a program that pairs tiny homes with addiction treatment for residents without stable housing.

The city used opioid settlement funds to build 32 microunits, and Anchorage Recovery Center offers therapy, case management and life skills to support recovery.

Renowned DJ deadmau5 will perform on Saturday, Sept.

5 at 7 p.m. at the Borealis Theatre during the Alaska State Fair concert series. Presale tickets are available for Fair members while general tickets go on sale Friday, April 10 at 10 a.m.

A state report showed metals mining generated a $4 billion industry in 2024, contributing 3–4% of GDP with 3,533 mining jobs.

Nearly half of these positions were held by nonresidents (mirroring trends in oil and gas) and future projects remain in early planning phases.

School leaders testified on Mar.

30 at the state Capitol about teacher shortages, budget gaps, and aging facilities across 53 districts. Officials said even a historic funding raise has not kept pace with rising costs and urged lawmakers to secure additional funding for education.

Two school funding propositions are trailing by less than 1% and half a percent respectively; Proposition 9 would raise $12 million with a new tax levy for teacher positions while Proposition 1 would support building improvements, and additional ballots will be counted ahead of certification on Apr. 28.

Anchorage Fire Department introduced its new fire truck (Truck #1) today, boosting its emergency response capabilities.

Officials say the vehicle will support faster action in community emergencies.

An Anchorage boy who delivered 124 Easter baskets is nearly finished with his treatment, with one session remaining as doctors note steady progress; supporters have rallied around his inspiring fight + his determination to recover.

Jessie Holmes achieved her fourth straight win in the Kobuk 440 sled dog race on Sunday and bolstered her record in local sled dog racing events.

Alaska Olympians competed in Cross Country Alaska's final Tuesday Night Ski Race at Kincaid Park on April 7, joining new & familiar faces to officially send off the 2026 Nordic ski season.

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.

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.

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.

AkS SuperDraft 14

May 8-10 — Cartee Little League Fields — $50 — A fun-filled two-day softball tournament featuring custom jerseys and spirited competition for men’s and women’s teams.