Good Day
Anchorage
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friends of Boyer's Orchard has launched a campaign to purchase a one-acre property full of fruit trees hidden in a busy commercial area off Old Seward Highway—volunteers say the orchard is at risk of being developed and want to protect it for community education and events. The nonprofit must raise $580,000 to buy the property, which was appraised at $558,100. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Over the weekend, the American Red Cross of Alaska hosted its 2025 Sound the Alarm event in Anchorage where 86 volunteers installed 170 smoke alarms in 70 homes—a boost for fire safety. Your Alaska Link
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lingít Word of the Week introduces xíxch’ which means frog in a language spoken for over 10,000 years in parts of Alaska and Canada. The series features master speakers and airs on radio throughout the week—inviting locals to learn and preserve their heritage. KTOO
- ➤ Tlingit and Haida has paused its 2025 traditional food distributions—herring roe, salmon and kelp—due to federal funding cuts, leaving many Alaska Native families without these vital foods and prompting efforts to secure new funding for the program. Your Alaska Link
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Government Hill Community Council unanimously passed a resolution to make the area a secure trash zone by requiring bear-resistant containers on April 1 and the Assembly approved the measure in early April—Solid Waste Services provided the cans at no extra charge while leaders distributed flyers to help residents manage their trash properly. Community advocates say the change will help reduce bear conflicts in the neighborhood. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the Alaska Senate unanimously approved a law to strengthen oversight of the state's oil tax system—an effort prompted by the Department of Revenue’s 2019 decision to stop sharing detailed audit data. The measure is set to be reviewed by the House Rules Committee on Thursday morning and aims to prevent further losses in tax collections. The Alaska Current
- ➤ Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom and former senator Click Bishop filed for governor for the 2026 race on Monday when the filing period began—making them the first candidates to file. They have over a year to choose running mates as other cabinet officials may also decide to join the race. Must Read Alaska
- ➤ Dr. Charlene Aqpik (tribal elder) and partner Kendra Koster have gathered data on missing and murdered Indigenous peoples to inform lawmakers and improve Alaska’s case tracking, a project that originated from decades-old local stories. Their work led to Senate Bill 151 (Sept. 2024) and will continue to guide efforts to document cases and support affected communities. Alaska's News Source
- ➤ US officials are evaluating reopening the shuttered Adak naval facility and upgrading Eareckson Air Station to boost maritime patrol—an effort driven by rising Russian and Chinese military operations near Alaska. The move comes after three consecutive years of joint convoys in the Bering Sea and aims to improve US defense along the Aleutian Islands. Alaska Beacon
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Turnagain Arm Trail Run
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Turnagain Arm Trail, Northern Trailhead — Entry fee required — Experience the thrill of scenic trail-running races along one of Alaska's best trails.
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Alaska Cancer Partnership Annual Meeting 2025
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. — BP Energy Center — Free admission — Collaborate on strategies for a cancer-free Alaska with informative sessions and networking opportunities.
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Alaska State Adult BJJ Tournament 2025
1-3 p.m. — Avis Alaska Sports Complex — Registration required — Catch the excitement as competitors face off in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu matches.
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Chris Murphy Music Night at Little Italy
6 PM — Little Italy — Family dining — Enjoy a delightful evening of violin music alongside traditional Italian and Greek cuisines.
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City Nerd Nite: Hear Me Out
6-8 p.m. — King Street Brewing Company — Free entry — Local thinkers present inspiring ideas to envision a brighter Anchorage.
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Alaskan Fishing Adventure: Scenic Anchorage Stream
Full-day guided fly-fishing trip — 4-6 hours — Pickup from local hotel — Starting at $299 — Experience the stunning beauty of Alaska while catching fresh fish in pristine wilderness.
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Alaska Peace Officers Benefit Concert with Pam Tillis
7:30-10:30 p.m. — William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center — $55.00 — Enjoy an evening of music featuring country star Pam Tillis and special guests.
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2025 Hale Borealis Forum
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center — Refunds available up to 30 days prior — Connect with global leaders in healthcare and emergency preparedness for arctic communities.
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Yoga for Cyclists
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Kincaid Chalet — Cost not specified — Enhance cycling performance through mindfulness and mobility with certified instructor Diana Rhoades.
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Wilderness First Aid Training Course
7 AM - 4 PM — Student Conservation Association Alaska Office — Course fees apply — Gain essential wilderness medicine skills through inclusive and compassionate care in a transformative training experience.
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