Good morning, Anchorage.

Communities across Alaska are preparing Memorial Day ceremonies to honor fallen service members during the holiday weekend.

An event in Wasilla will feature a ceremony at the Veterans Wall of Honor.

Williwaw Social, a longtime venue downtown, is closing unexpectedly after nearly 10 years, leaving event organizers scrambling.

Drake Night is now set for May 29 at Club Nyt Lyt — other events will be rescheduled.

Anchorage artist Robert Wyland said his whale mural was painted over in Dallas for FIFA World Cup branding without his consent & he claims this act violated federal law and calls into question who controls public art.

Alaska Airlines is offering in-state flights for 4,000 Atmos Rewards points from Anchorage to destinations including King Salmon and Adak, with travel available from June 9 through Sept.

27. Flight dates and booking deadlines vary (booking is available until May 25), so check details before planning your trip.

University of Alaska Anchorage summer enrollment rose by five percent from 3,500 to almost 3,700 students this summer, as more take flexible courses to graduate sooner.

The Alaska SeaLife Center admitted its first harbor seal patient of 2026 yesterday, treating a male pup (estimated to be under one month old) for care.

Long lines at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport persisted on Friday as intermittent outages on new TSA equipment led to delays of up to four hours, while technicians worked to improve wait times ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

Sen. Sullivan outlined Alaska’s new efforts to combat the opioid crisis with measures including the One Pill Can Kill – Alaska campaign and Bruce’s Law.

His proposals aim to educate families and hold traffickers accountable after a 40 percent surge in overdose deaths between 2022 and 2023.

As summer begins, state officials warn that Alaska's lakes and rivers remain dangerously cold even on warm days.

They advise families to plan water activities with life jackets and communication devices, and note children under 13 must wear a life vest — free loaner vests are available at launch sites.

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.

Garden Grooves – Solstice Edition

6:00 – 8:30 PM — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Free entry — Celebrate the longest day of the year with live music in a beautiful beer garden.

Anchorage Midnight Sun 5K & Family Fun Run

11:30 PM — Town Square Park — Registration fees vary — Experience a magical race under the midnight sun with festive activities and stunning views.