Good morning, Anchorage.

Peggy LeMaitre continues to wait for answers 14 years after her husband disappeared at the starting line of Seward's storied Mount Marathon Race (on July 4, 2012) and hopes new leads will soon emerge.

Anchorage will celebrate Fourth of July tomorrow with a downtown parade on Fourth Avenue and festivities at Delaney Park Strip featuring over 80 food trucks, carnival rides and live music.

A local doubleheader baseball game will add to the summer fun.

The weekly Spenard Food Truck Carnival marks 14 years of serving food trucks in a sunny Spenard setting; organizers say the event continues to attract local residents seeking diverse flavors (food options vary each week).

Researchers from the Alaska Bee Atlas and partnering agencies are studying more than 100 species of native bees that pollinate local wildflowers + crops.

The bees are adapted to harsh weather conditions and help keep Alaska’s natural landscapes thriving.

The Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game closed Ship Creek to all sport fishing — the measure aims to help more king salmon reach upstream amid low returns.

Anchorage officials warn that lithium batteries tossed in the trash are raising fire concerns after a recent landfill incident, and they advise residents to drop batteries at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility (a free disposal site at Central Transfer Station).

Residents are urged to use manufacturer-approved chargers and dispose of damaged batteries properly.

Alaska State Troopers are asking the public to vote in the Best Looking Cruiser contest hosted by the American Association of State Troopers; their entry is ranked 15th and voting is open until Monday, July 13.

Free legal aid will be strengthened as the Alaska Legal Services Corporation gets increased state funding from legal fees and a $1 million boost from the Rasmuson Foundation for its Community Justice Worker program, aiming to help 800 more households annually.

The funding begins next July.

Late summer is a great time to pick wild berries in Alaska as blueberries, cloudberries, and huckleberries ripen from mid-July through early fall; locals can explore Chugach State Park (Flattop Mountain Trail offers ample picks) for a delicious outdoor treat.

Anchorage sports fans are gathering at local bars after the U.S. defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0—boosting local business as they look forward to the team facing Belgium in the Round of 16 on Monday.

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.

6th Annual Ship Creek Coho Rodeo

7 a.m. – 7 p.m. — The Bait Shack — $25 entry fee — Compete for cash prizes in a community fishing derby for silver salmon on the banks of Ship Creek.

Cuddy Park Summer Concert Series Featuring Nervis Rex

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

Family Paint Night

6-8 p.m. — Ravens Ring Brewing Company — Supplies included — Create a colorful seasons-themed painting in a fun, welcoming environment.