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Anchorage
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday in North Pole, members gathered at the Trooper Gabe Rich and Trooper Scott Johnson Memorial Park to honor fallen peace officers with proclamations from Governor Dunleavy’s office and the reading of 72 names — each accompanied by a bell sound. Alaska's News Source
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters are working to control a fire near the 2014 Funny River Fire site, with officials focusing on preventing its spread amid challenging conditions. Alaska's News Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new review of 'Ïyaġaaġmiut: People Who Live Among the Rock Caches' by Ch’igiioonta’ She Holds a Child shows how oral traditions (with written records and science) reveal 18th and 19th century Indigenous life along Alaska’s Brooks Range. Anchorage Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colton Penetac, a bowler and class president at Bettye Davis East, graduated on May 14 (a milestone) and will attend Belmont Abbey College where he plans to compete in bowling while studying math and sports management. He will host a summer clinic to encourage youth to take up the sport. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Officials from AWCC and Matson opened the new Matson Ocean Education Center on Saturday at The Point where the Placer and Portage Rivers meet the sea, and the center now offers daily marine preservation programs with a special focus on Cook Inlet beluga whales. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage tenants are protected by the Landlord and Tenant Act and municipal rules requiring landlords to maintain heat, water, and other essential services. Renters should notify landlords in writing and report unresolved issues to code enforcement at 907-343-4141 if repairs are not made within the required time. Anchorage Daily News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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