Good morning, Anchorage.

Anchorage Fire Department and Safe Kids Alaska trained 19 firefighters as child passenger safety technicians last Thursday at the Anchorage Fire Training Center to help families install car seats + free appointments are available + officials noted the training will boost young traveler safety.

Anchorage residents can register at 9:30 a.m. today at the Special Olympics building for the Law Enforcement Torch Run — a fundraiser for Special Olympics Alaska scheduled for tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. Participants may also purchase a commemorative T-shirt for $40.

Santos said the Pikka oil field will soon produce its first saleable crude as final equipment testing wraps by month end.

The project on the North Slope (a two-hour drive from Deadhorse) is the largest in decades and is expected to boost state revenue.

AAA reports Alaska gas prices averaged $5.26 per gallon today, close to the $5.60 record set in 2022 (driving costs are straining Anchorage drivers' budgets), while the national price remains near $4.53 per gallon.

With hunting season ahead, Alaskans are returning to Rabbit Creek Shooting Park this spring to practice and enroll in hunter education courses offered by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game — safety experts stress reviewing firearm rules before heading outdoors.

NOAA rejected a petition to list Gulf of Alaska king salmon under the Endangered Species Act yesterday, citing stable populations despite some declines.

State regulators and local fishing communities welcomed the decision as it means no new restrictions on king salmon take will be imposed.

Anchorage’s Wildfire Division is set to start clearing brush and thinning spruce trees in July to reduce wildfire risks near homes and wild areas — a measure supported by federal grants and outreach through Firewise.

Residents are urged to sign up for Smart911 alerts to stay informed.

Anchorage officials announced new building code updates that let developers build apartments with a single set of stairs to lower costs without reducing safety.

The changes, approved last month after nearly two years of review, take effect May 18.

Chugiak sprinter Fred Millen III, recovering from a torn meniscus, has recorded record-breaking 200 and relay times at local meets this spring.

He set Alaska’s fastest high school 200 time (21.88 sec) at the Anchorage Invitational.

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.

Midnight Sun 7s 2026

10 AM – 11:30 PM — Alaska Mountain Rugby Grounds — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience fast-paced rugby action and great vibes under the midnight sun.

Paint Nite: Late Summer Sunset

6-8 p.m. — Ravens Ring Brewing Company — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting experience while enjoying your favorite brews.