Good Day
Anchorage
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage police said that a sedan overturned on Seward Highway between Bird Point and Girdwood early Saturday at 3:53 a.m., killing one man while injuring the driver after multiple calls reported the crash — the car came to rest on the Alaska Railroad tracks near Mile 92.5 — and the investigation is ongoing. Anchorage Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ US GoldMining updated its exploration activities at the 53,700-acre Whistler Gold-Copper Project, 105 miles west of Anchorage in the West Susitna Mineral District, after announcing encouraging drilling results on Feb. 10 and identifying over 25 targets. The company will prioritize targets for summer drilling as it moves toward an economic assessment that was announced on April 15. Must Read Alaska
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman was seriously injured when a vehicle hit her (around 3:04 a.m. Saturday) near Seward Highway between East 36th Avenue and Benson in Midtown, and police said the vehicle fled the scene while the northbound lanes were closed as they investigated the life-threatening injuries she sustained. Anchorage Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Anchorage’s Westchester Lagoon was created in 1973 when city officials transformed Chester Creek mudflats into a community gathering spot with roots in Native fishing, bootlegging, and early ski jumps. In 1976, a local radio host searched the lagoon for the Loch Ness Monster (Mark ‘Marcus In The Morning’ Lewis), adding a quirky chapter to its history. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Anchorage’s Spenard JazzFest runs from May 30 to June 9 and Pipeline Vocal Project added an extra performance inside Alaska’s News Source studio over the weekend to reach more local audiences— the festival now celebrates all genres of music. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, Energy Secretary Chris Wright and EPA administrator Lee Zeldin are visiting the North Slope on Monday to review key energy sites and to join Governor Mike Dunleavy’s sustainable energy conference in Anchorage. They will tour a pump station at Prudhoe Bay—an effort to balance energy development with environmental protection. Alaska Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Anchorage won the Division I girls soccer state title by defeating Dimond (4-0) in Wasilla on May 31. The Wolverines outscored opponents 11-0 over three wins and finished their season at 16-0-1. Anchorage Daily News
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Youth Camp — Tue, Jun 3 – Thu, Jun 5 — O'Malley Sports Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance ball handling and scoring skills while building character and confidence.
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Turnagain Training Kid's Summer Triathlon Camps
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Kincaid Chalet — Various fees apply — Fun-filled week of biking, swimming, and running for kids looking to improve their triathlon skills.
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
6:30-7:30 p.m. — 49th State Brewing - Anchorage — Tickets required — Experience the enchantment of a candlelight concert featuring beloved hits by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.
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Spenard Jazz Fest at the Museum
4:30-6 p.m. — Anchorage Museum — Free entry — Experience the sounds of Alaska with local songwriters at this celebrated annual jazz festival.
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Three Barons Renaissance Fair
Jun 7 – 15 — 3400 E Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK — Check event page for entry details — Step back in time for nine days of Renaissance fun with crafts, food, and entertainment.
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Corene Davis Graham Cancer Telethon
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Wilda Marston Theatre — Donations appreciated — Enjoy an evening of music and entertainment while supporting cancer research and honoring survivors.
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June PATH Training
9 AM - 4 PM — Alaska Primary Care Association — Free entry — Jumpstart your healthcare career with free CPR and mental health first aid training.
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Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Coldwater Lodge & Market — Cover charge applies — Enjoy lo-fi melodies and folk lyrics from the energetic Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners with special guest Rosie Rush.
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Eagle River Triathlon
12:00 p.m. — Chugiak High School — Check website for entry fee — Compete in the 2025 USAT Alaska State Championship with Olympic and Sprint distance events.
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DAD GAMES 2025
1-7 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Anchorage — Ticket required — Unleash your competitive spirit in the ultimate family arcade showdown.
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I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.
~ Louisa May Alcott
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