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Anchorage
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage bike riders will attend a bike blessing event later this week to celebrate the start of safe riding season. Organized by local cycling advocates, the event will offer safety tips and blessings to promote community riding habits. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Volunteer diver Jim Lima cleaned the acrylic windows at the SeaLife Center’s seal habitat on Monday, Apr. 27 — a task that keeps views clear for visitors and supports the center’s mission. Lima, who has completed over 1,200 dives, has volunteered since 2014. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Anchorage Chamber of Commerce launched the annual Citywide Cleanup at Westchester Lagoon Saturday with volunteers and local business partners joining in the effort. Free trash pickup is offered by Solid Waste Services (via orange bags) and participants are encouraged to clean up areas most meaningful to them. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ Hundreds of bike riders gathered at the Dimond Center parking lot on Saturday for a bike blessing hosted by ABATE of Anchorage (a local motorcycle group). The event featured prayer, blessings, and a Rolling Thunder ritual to promote road safety for the riding season. Alaska's News Source
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center instructor died after injuries sustained in an avalanche outside the forecast area this week (colleagues and friends recognized his vital role in the local snow sports community). Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Russell Tabbert’s novel The North Face of Summer is set in the Kantishna Mining District during the 1970s when miners and environmentalists clashed over federal land rules. The book shows a kind look at people on both sides as they face big changes in Alaska’s history. Anchorage Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Major Anthony “Tony” April is retiring from the Alaska State Troopers after nearly three decades in uniform. His retirement announcement was made on Apr. 30 — marking 28 years of service to our community. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Seawolf duo clinched the GNAC multi-title + their first in over a decade on May 2. Their win boosts local sports pride and paves the way for a spirited season ahead. Alaska's News Source
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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.
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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.
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Women's Gold Nugget Triathlon
All day — Bartlett High School — Registration required — Empower women and girls through a spirited sprint triathlon event.
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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.
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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.
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Skinny Raven Twilight 12K & 6K
7-10 p.m. — Skinny Raven Sports — Registration fees vary — Kick off summer with a fun 12K or 6K run and enjoy live music and refreshments at the finish line.
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
June 2-4 — O'Malley Sports Center — $97 for observing coaches — Elevate your basketball skills with high-intensity drills designed for young players.
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