Good morning, Anchorage.

Paul A. Bauer, Jr. served 22 years in the Army (including assignments in Cold War Berlin) and was stationed at Fort Richardson before choosing to build his life in Alaska with his family.

He encourages young adults to seek military service for adventure and responsibility.

On June 19, south Anchorage resident Julie Mitchell saw a moose enter her inflatable pool and try to bite a floating duck; the animal’s playful dip damaged the pool and reminded her of nature’s surprising side.

Today, Anchorage PD launched Hoop Heroes (a youth basketball league designed to build trust with local kids), with all 50 spots filling quickly.

Games are held Tuesdays at Mountain View Community Center at 5 p.m. and officials plan to expand the program next year.

A 61-foot pregnant fin whale died last week near Seward after its carcass was found on the bow of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship; NOAA Fisheries (working with Alaska SeaLife Center) is investigating the incident (while the company awaits necropsy results) amid calls for slower ship speeds.

Crews work to contain the 95-acre Starry Fire as Anderson residents remain under an evacuation order while the city stays on ‘go’ status for another 48 hours.

Anchorage officials announced that the long-vacant Big Timber Motel on East Fifth Avenue near Merrill Field Airport will be demolished in the coming weeks to eliminate safety hazards.

The city selected CYS Enterprises (bid of $202,468) to tear down the building and secure the site.

After receiving 1800 letters of interest, state officials advanced over 400 projects to the application phase of the Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen rural health.

Officials said implementation grants will be awarded beginning Aug. 1.

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.

Family Paint Party

6-8 p.m. — Ravens Ring Brewing Company — Check website for pricing — Unleash your creativity while painting a whimsical landscape with friends in a fun, relaxed setting.

Summer Concert Series: Matt Hopper & The Roman Candles

7-8:30 p.m. — Ray E. Storck Homestead Park — Free entry — Enjoy local music in a beautiful neighborhood park setting.

Ty Dolla $ign Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — Williwaw Social Outdoors — Tickets from $143 — Experience the unforgettable vibe of Ty Dolla Sign in Anchorage.

Summer Concert Series - Good Company at Stephenson Park

7-8:30 p.m. — Stephenson Park — Free entry — Enjoy local music in a beautiful neighborhood park setting.