Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage is connecting Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Ship Creek Trail in a $15.6 million project kicked off Saturday with a groundbreaking ceremony; the project includes a new plaza called (Dgheyaytnu) honoring local heritage and will be finished in 2027.

Norwegian filmmakers plan to screen their debut documentary, Anchorage Welcomes You, which spotlights homelessness and the human stories on Anchorage streets—offering a raw look at the ongoing crisis without a prescribed fix.

Anchorage band Modern Colour, active in the 1980s, is gaining a new European audience as collectors and DJs revive their rare synth-pop singles.

The members now connect online to reminisce about their limited-press records (once produced in small numbers).

A Superior Court judge dissolved an injunction that had paused efforts to close Campbell STEM Elementary School after the district held a public meeting on May 5 to address grant funding.

The school closure process will resume and an advocacy group will contest the decision at a May 14 hearing.

Local outdoor enthusiasts can learn how to use bear spray safely with tips from Brian Horner (Director of Learn to Return Training Systems).

His guide explains how to remove the plastic strap and position the can properly to create a protective barrier when encountering bears.

Anchorage Solid Waste Services wood lot is open for the season to help reduce wildfire risk by giving residents a place to dispose of yard debris.

The third-year program with the Anchorage Fire Department charges a $20 fee except on Fridays and Saturdays (when drop-offs are free).

Anchorage officials say the Citywide Cleanup program continues through the end of May as residents drop off free orange trash bags at Solid Waste Services sites (including the Materials Recovery Facility and other select spots).

Lawmakers are pushing bills to address stray dog concerns by expanding veterinary access and creating a spay-and-neuter fund using revenue from specialized license plates + donations, while another measure could add veterinarian care to the Indian Health Service to improve community safety in rural areas.

Alaska Beacon marks its 4-year anniversary today and has produced 5,670 articles connecting state government to the community.

The four-person team plans to focus on November elections with coverage on economy, environment, health, and education.

Lawmakers are proposing a state bill to fund spay and neuter services with revenue from specialized license plates and donations, while a federal measure would add veterinary care to Indian Health Service duties (aiming to ease shelter stress and reduce high dog bite rates).

Nathan Yuill, a 12-year-old who made 124 Easter baskets for sick kids during his treatment, rang the bell to celebrate finishing cancer therapy on Saturday.

Friends, family and school officials joined as Mat-Su Borough Mayor Edna DeVries declared May 9 (Nathan Yuill Day) in his honor.

A cruise ship outbreak featuring the rare (human-to-human) Andes hantavirus resulted in three deaths and led to passenger quarantines.

Alaska’s health authorities say the virus poses minimal risk to locals as robust surveillance and preventive measures remain in place.

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.

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.

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.

2026 Alaska Regional Conference

Educational sessions and networking for small businesses — Jun 9-10 — Marriott Anchorage Downtown — Fee info not specified — Access resources and matchmaking opportunities tailored for various business categories.

Summer Concert Series: Wiley Post Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Suzan Nightingale McKay Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of rocking live music and beautiful views in your neighborhood park.