Good morning, Anchorage.

Supporters of Tony Kronos held a rally on May 31 in Anchorage to urge officials to keep his case active *emphasizing local unity*.

They said *continued public engagement* is key to ensuring his legal proceedings remain in focus.

A climber had a medical emergency near the summit of Denali late Saturday night and guides alerted the National Park Service to begin a recovery effort in the park while family members were contacted.

This summer, Anchorage and surrounding areas offer a lively mix of festivals and fairs featuring music, art, food trucks, and cultural celebrations.

Highlights include Live After Five (May 28–July 29), Vaniversary (June 6), and the Anchorage Pride Parade (June 27).

At Dimond High on Saturday, May 30, Dimond’s Nevaeh Watkins won state titles in the 100 hurdles, 100, and 200 races while Bartlett’s Deuce Alailefaleula secured his third straight shot put crown and Chugiak teams claimed state titles with record points.

Tri-Valley senior Taylor Eddington won four gold medals in the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 100- and 300-meter hurdles at the ASAA state track meet on May 30 at Dimond High, setting a prelim record in the 300-meter hurdles at 43.31 seconds plus marking her school’s breakthrough performance.

The unbeaten South Anchorage girls soccer team capped a dominant season with a 5-0 win at Wasilla High School on May 30, while the Dimond boys secured a 1-0 state title with a win over West Valley on the same day.

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.

Modern Nurse Fest Alaska

10 AM-4 PM — BP Energy Center — Free entry — Celebrate modern nursing with insightful sessions and networking in beautiful Alaska.

Anchorage Summer Concert Series 2026

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Tikishla Park — Free entry — Experience local talent under the stars in a beautiful neighborhood park.

Scared Scriptless Improv Show

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Nave — $18 online — Enjoy a laugh indoors and escape the summer mosquitoes with a lively improv performance.