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Sunday, June 15th, 2025
Good morning, Anchorage. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, diverse groups gathered at the Delaney Park Strip—after marching in the 'No Kings' protest—to celebrate Juneteenth with local food vendors and nonprofit speakers honoring Black culture and history. Alaska's News Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A GAO report says the Joint Pipeline Office that oversees the Trans Alaska Pipeline System has cut back on work in recent years, leaving gaps in oversight especially at the Valdez terminal—officials say the office must update operations and resume regular public communication. Alaska Beacon
- ➤ Thousands of Anchorage residents gathered on L St. today to protest government actions on immigration, public service cuts, and national security—protesters voiced their united call that there would be no kings in America. The peaceful protest coincided with reports of arrests and ICE detentions from out‐of‐state, fueling debates on community safety and fairness—local citizens urged elected officials to address these concerns. Alaska's News Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ June 14th saw high school baseball and track events with teams like Dimond and Anchorage Bucs finishing tight games + standout athletes recording impressive times. Alaska Baseball League contests ended competitively + the men’s run highlighted top performances from local and visiting runners. Anchorage Daily News
- ➤ Local track and field athletes, including state champions Jason Lorig, Gracie Miotke, Tyler Drake, and Alliyah Fields, have committed to join the UAA Seawolves for the 2025-26 season. Their decisions mark a third consecutive year of local signings as athletes choose to stay in Alaska to compete with trusted coaches (and teammates they have known for years). Anchorage Daily News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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