Good morning, Anchorage.

Yesterday, over 5,300 runners and 1,200 virtual participants gathered at UAA for the 33rd Alaska Run For Women amid rain—raising funds for breast cancer research—and celebrating survivors like Mackenzie Carpenter, whose journey of battling cancer inspires local hope—making the event a strong community success.

A fatal helicopter crash on the remote North Slope on June 4 killed Shiloh Schulte, a shorebird biologist from Maine, and Jonathan Guibas, a veteran pilot recently hired by a Wasilla aviation firm—rescue teams located the wreckage about 25 to 30 miles southwest of Deadhorse and an investigation is underway.

Indigenous Critical Reflections on Traditional Ecological Knowledge is a new book that brings together essays from scholars and Indigenous voices to show how traditional ways of knowing work with modern science.

The book grew out of a 2022 summit and includes contributions from Alaska, and will help academics, students and tribal leaders learn more about enduring ideas (the work of generations passing down vital knowledge).

Alaska prosecutors are charging 11 Whittier residents born in American Samoa with felony vote fraud for falsely claiming U.S. citizenship on voter registration forms—state officials later clarified that American Samoans are U.S. nationals not automatically allowed to vote in federal elections. Similar issues have been seen in Oregon and Hawaii as confusion over birthright citizenship continues.

On June 3, 2025, residents lined up at the Division of Public Assistance office at University Center Mall in Anchorage and waited over 90 minutes as few case workers were available—experts warn the heavy backlog and new work checks for SNAP and Medicaid could worsen the delays.

State officials said they added more staff to help vulnerable clients—though delays persist after the office reopened following a long COVID closure.

Summer travel deals offer discounted airfares and cruise options for Alaskans as Delta’s seasonal nonstops from Fairbanks provide round-trip basic economy fares at $218 starting July 6—while discounted flights from Anchorage to Frankfurt and low-priced cruises departing from Whittier add more choices. Travelers should note that basic fares do not include advance seat assignments and that wildfire-related closures may affect road trips on the Alaska Highway.

Alaska is holding its annual land auction for residents where state-owned parcels, including nine road-accessible lots in the Copper River Valley with starting bids at $63,000, are available until Oct.

1 at 4 pm. The highest bids will be opened on Oct. 22 at 10 am, and residents may bid online + in person or by postal mail while following local regulations.

The 2025 Alaska Baseball League season is underway with four teams after the Peninsula Oilers suspended their season—citing financial hardship and leading to a 30-game schedule that now ends around July 24 or 25.

The first rivalry game between the Anchorage Glacier Pilots and Anchorage Bucs is today at 2 p.m. at Mulcahy Stadium.

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.

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.

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.

DAD GAMES 2025

1-7 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Anchorage — Ticket required — Unleash your competitive spirit in the ultimate family arcade showdown.

Hockey Training Camp for All Ages

5 AM - 11 AM — Avis Alaska Sports Complex — Check website for pricing — Enhance your hockey skills with expert coaching and tailored development.

2025 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon

7 PM — Delaney Park — Entry fee varies — Experience a celebration of community and fitness with marathons, half-marathons, and fun runs during the Summer Solstice.

Penguin Peak Trail Brushing

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Bird Valley Trailhead — Free — Help maintain the Penguin Peak trail while enjoying the beautiful Chugach State Park scenery.

On-Site Tour of Preferred Care at Home of Alaska

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Preferred Care at Home of Alaska — Free entry — Discover top-rated senior living options and enjoy a tour showcasing exceptional care and dining.

MAYDAY! Live Concert in Anchorage

10 PM - 2 AM — Chilkoot Charlie's — Tickets available — Experience a wild night of music and mayhem with MAYDAY!'s first performance in Alaska.

SpaffDaddy Live Performance

8:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. — Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse — Ticket info not specified — Experience the unique sound of a local artist who grew up in Anchorage.