Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage Canstruction is underway at Dimond Center through April 23 as teams build large-scale sculptures from over 23,000 cans that will be donated to the Food Bank of Alaska—boosting food supplies during summer when donations slow.

Cirque Mechanics will bring old-school theme park thrills to Anchorage soon, featuring vintage rides (and interactive shows) designed to offer local families a taste of classic amusement.

Alaska peony farmers can apply for disaster relief funding to help offset crop losses from harsh weather in 2023 and 2024; applications require proof of losses and must be submitted by May 15 as part of a $1.2 million federal program.

Anchorage’s Egan Center hosted the Alaska Young Professionals Summit where young workers learned about local job opportunities amid a decade-long population decline — speakers explained that strong local ties and affordable housing help retain future talent.

The school board moved the start of school to Aug.

13 and 14 after a unanimous vote, shifting dates nearly a week earlier than planned. Parents and educators say the change may conflict with summer travel, camps and visits.

A new weather station — built by Beadedstream — will be installed at Rabbit Lake next week to track ice thickness, wind and snow depth for safety and climate monitoring.

Taylor Highway reopened today for the travel season as state crews continue maintenance until Oct.

15 — drivers should be cautious on the wet, rough road with soft shoulders and limited services in remote areas.

After a long winter, local gardeners are planting seeds and wildflowers as Alaska Pioneer Fruit Growers Association hosts a fruit tree grafting workshop Sunday, Apr.

19 at Begich Middle School (from two to four p.m. with free scion wood and instruction).

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.