Good morning, Anchorage.

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response held its final event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month on Friday at Polar Bowl, offering free bowling & pizza and distributing awareness materials to service members and their families.

Spencer Edgars chats with Taylor Dallas Vidic on Songwriters on Songwriters about her debut album, Cat & Mouse, which features two musical halves recorded in Anchorage & elsewhere.

The discussion airs on Juneau Afternoon with in-studio performances showcasing Alaskan talent.

Alyeska Resort hosts its 49th annual Spring Carnival this week, a three-day celebration that marks 49 years of tradition and honors Alaska as the 49th state.

Rainey Spurlock, a 17-year-old Palmer native who began college at 13, will deliver UAA's undergraduate commencement speech on May 3 as she becomes the school’s possibly youngest-ever graduate.

She also works as a child actor and music producer (Rainey Laine) and values freedom and learning.

A dynamic river breakup from thick snow may cause dangerous floods in vulnerable villages.

State agencies + emergency managers plan River Watch missions starting early May to warn communities along the Yukon and Tanana Rivers.

Thick snow and a prolonged cooling trend are delaying river ice breakup, which could lead to dangerous flooding later, officials warn.

Anchorage residents should monitor local water levels for any rising risks.

Anchorage Parks & Rec closed a section of the Chester Creek Trail near Hillstrand Pond on April 20 because heavy runoff damaged the paved surface.

Repairs will begin next week + the trail is expected to reopen before the May 15 Bike to Work event.

Travel expert Scott McMurren advises Anchorage residents to book airline tickets early and pay a bit extra for seat selection amid rising jet fuel prices and increased checked bag fees.

He notes that using mileage points and planning local getaways can help offset higher travel costs.

Anchorage residents at South Park Estates are resisting planned evictions as owner (Shaun Debenham) proposes demolishing the park to build up to 150 townhomes.

The residents, fearing the loss of affordable housing and their investments, are organizing meetings and pressing for better relocation terms.

UAA junior Vivien Liessfeld from Germany won the GNAC indoor pentathlon title at Alaska Airlines Center on Tuesday and now aims to compete outdoors in Ellensburg on Monday and Tuesday.

She became the first woman in program history to long jump over 20 feet + setting a record.

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.

Yukon River Science Symposium

9 AM-4:30 PM — Denali Tower North — Register to attend virtually — Engage in discussions about Yukon River science and conservation.

Women's Gold Nugget Triathlon

All day — Bartlett High School — Registration required — Empower women and girls through a spirited sprint triathlon event.

Wacky Women 2026 Kick-off Meeting

6-8:30 p.m. — Anchorage Golf Course — $35 — Social gathering with golf course reps, appetizers, and door prizes.

2026 Kids Alaska State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament

9:15 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. — Avis Alaska Sports Complex — Registration required — A day filled with exciting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions for kids of all skill levels.